Bespoke Panelled Wardrobe Door Trends

Far from simply offering additional functionality to a bedroom, wardrobes also have a huge role to play in the way your restful sanctuary feels when you step inside. Replacing your wardrobe doors is a simple and cost-effective way to elevate your bedroom, and hinged doors with panelled detailing continue to be a popular option in both contemporary and more traditional properties.

The Enduring Popularity of Panelled Wardrobe Doors

Panelled doors started to increase in popularity throughout the Georgian period, during which the architectural style had strong and impactful flourishes. A marked step away from the simple plank style doors of the past, panelled doors helped to elevate interiors in a way that reflected the grand appearance of exteriors and allowed homeowners to showcase their wealth.

This penchant for panelled doors continued into the Victorian period. The population of the UK almost doubled between the start and the middle of the 1800s, which meant that houses were constructed quickly and in close proximity. As space was very much at a premium, elements such as doors and ceiling mouldings became features that allowed homeowners to indulge in a sense of luxury without needing an expansive garden or impressive driveway.

The Victorians' appreciation for luxury continued into the Edwardian period, which was a time when elegant details didn't go unnoticed. In many ways, this same attitude has prevailed throughout the decades and explains why panelled doors have never gone out of style.

If the elegant lines and traditional details found on panelled bespoke wardrobe doors are the right fit for your bedroom, here's everything you need to know about some of our favourite styles.

Wardrobe Doors with Understated Panelled Details

If you're looking for simple, understated wardrobe doors that will bring a timeless sense of style to your bedroom, our Bella Shaker or Bella Richmond doors are ideal options to consider. Both styles have clean lines, flat central panels and a raised frame, which will ensure your bedroom looks and feels polished and finished to a high standard.

Pro Tip: Choose a soft neutral finish to complement the style's understated sophistication, such as antique white, mussel or cashmere. Alternatively, choose a bolder finish, such as denim or kombu green to make a stronger visual impact and amplify the traditional features.

Panelled Doors with Traditional Features

If the traditional elements of panelled wardrobe doors particularly appeal to you, our Bella Canterbury doors could be perfect for your space. The sweeping cathedral arch detailing on each door is immediately eye-catching and can bring a sense of grandeur to a classic bedroom design.

Pro Tip: This style also provides an ideal opportunity to experiment with the juxtaposition of traditional and contemporary features by choosing a contemporary finish, such as high gloss light grey, Scandinavian blue or blush pink.

Lean into Country Chic with Tongue and Groove Panelled Doors

Charming, warm and welcoming, panelled doors with tongue and groove style details can offer a sense of country cottage chic to your bedroom. Our Bella Newport doors are an excellent example of this farmhouse style, offering a rustic yet refined look and feel to any space.

Another option here is our Bella Westbury doors, which also have a gently curved arch style detail that gives this style a very traditional aesthetic. Selecting a natural wood style finish will enhance these traditional design features even further, with warm toned wood finishes such as lissa oak and Halifax natural oak offering a timeless sense of style and sophistication.

Make a Statement with Detailed Panelled Doors

As well as being a highly practical addition to your bedroom, your storage cupboards and wardrobes can also become a striking visual feature with the help of some high quality bespoke wardrobe doors. The panels on our beautiful Bella Aldridge wardrobe doors divide each door into four vertically stacked boxes, which can offer a calming sense of balance and symmetry.

Guaranteed to turn heads in any colourway, selecting a light neutral tone offers plenty of versatility, which will enable you to switch up the style of your space with ease. Alternatively, choosing a heritage finish, such as rusty red, duck egg or indigo blue, may be better suited to your sense of personal style and your unique space.

A Fresh Take on Traditional Panelled Details

If your home or your sense of style leans towards the contemporary, there are also a number of panelled wardrobe doors with a decidedly modern feel. Our Bella Surrey wardrobe doors expertly tread the fine line between traditional and contemporary, with clean lines and subtle details creating a very versatile look which can easily adapt to a range of interior styles.

Alternatively, our Bella Ashford replacement bedroom doors take a more minimalist approach to panelling with elegant grooves offering clean lines and subtly curved edges.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wardrobe Doors

Do panelled wardrobe doors come in handleless styles?

While many traditional style doors can be elevated with beautiful hardware, there are also handleless options, such as our Bella Elland doors. This narrow framed shaker has a sleek profile, which can add character and style to a range of interior styles without dominating the space.

What finish should I choose for my new panelled wardrobe doors?

Panelled wardrobe doors are available in a wide array of different finishes, which can make it tricky to find your perfect match. Typically, matt and natural wood finishes look best, as they align with the traditional sense of elegance and timeless style that panelled doors can offer. However, you could also choose to subvert expectations by selecting a gloss finish, which can reflect light and help to increase the sense of space in your bedroom.

What are the benefits of bespoke bedroom doors?

Bespoke doors are crafted to your exact measurements, which will ensure that you can maximise the available storage space in your bedroom regardless of how awkwardly shaped your room's layout may be.