Space-Saving Wardrobe Designs for Small Bedrooms

Storage plays an integral role in every home. As well as helping us to organise our belongings, it also allows us to design and maintain stylish surroundings that don't feel overwhelmed with clutter.

In a small bedroom where space is at a premium, it's not always easy to integrate sufficient storage options. However, while some creative thinking may be necessary, spending the time designing functional storage options will ultimately help you to create a calming and tranquil bedroom that will feel like a real sanctuary away from the busy outside world.

Does a Small Bedroom Need Wardrobes?

Even the smallest bedrooms can benefit from offering clothes storage; however, traditional wardrobes are far from the only option. From slimline standalone wardrobes to built-in storage solutions, here we explore a variety of different options that can enable you to create enough storage space without overwhelming the footprint of your bedroom.

Build Wardrobes into Eaves

A pitched roof or eaves can mean that your bedroom has a lot of different angles. While these small, interestingly shaped spaces often can't be used for much, they do often present an ideal opportunity to incorporate some built-in storage.

Whether you're handy with a saw or you choose to enlist the help of a local carpenter, you might be surprised at just how much storage space can be crafted from scratch. Bespoke solutions also offer the opportunity to customise the types of storage your room contains, so you can ensure that you've got enough hanging space and shelves to organise your belongings.

Go Vertical in Spaces with High Ceilings

Another way to maximise space in a room with high ceilings is to integrate cupboards all the way up to the full height of the room. If you do want to explore this option, we recommend spending some time thinking about how you will safely reach the tallest cupboards, and a rolling library ladder could be the ideal solution.

To prevent your storage from overwhelming the room, it can be a great idea to choose bespoke wardrobe doors in the same colour as your walls and ceiling. Selecting a sleek style can also help to give your storage a seamless look, so we recommend looking at handleless bedroom doors with a streamlined silhouette.

Our Bella Chelsea doors have integrated handles with a gentle curve, which are effortlessly recessed into the door and can be positioned on the left, right, top or bottom to suit the configuration of your cupboards.

Optimise Stairs in a Room with a Mezzanine

Mezzanine levels can make the most out of a small room with high ceilings, and if you're working with a space that has stairs leading up to a mezzanine sleeping space, you could cleverly integrate storage into the area underneath the stairs.

For example, each stair could conceal an integrated drawer, with the tallest part of the stairs containing some hidden hanging space. There are so many ways to design a feature like this, so we recommend consulting an experienced joiner who will be able to talk through your options.

Transform a Corridor into a Walk-Through Wardrobe

If the main part of your bedroom is reached via a hallway or corridor, you could consider transforming this space into a functional walk-through wardrobe. As corridors tend to be fairly narrow, choosing bespoke wardrobe doors with a light-reflecting gloss finish can enhance the sense of space and prevent it from feeling too enclosed.

Build Out a Wall with Bespoke Storage Options

Building out a wall behind your bed can provide a significant amount of storage that doesn't take up nearly as much space as freestanding pieces of furniture. From open shelving containing your favourite books to shelves concealed behind beautiful cabinets to house your shoes, accessories and more, there are so many different configurations you could choose depending on the types of storage you need.

Pro Tip: You could also use this opportunity to integrate bedside tables, as well as concealed plug sockets and charging ports for your electricals to create a contemporary space that looks and feels like a boutique hotel.

Build Storage Around a Window

Walls with windows aren't particularly storage friendly; however, you could build a bespoke storage solution to frame the window and incorporate a cosy window seat in the process.

Pro Tip: This can be a great addition to a space that perhaps doesn't have any other architectural features, as it will draw attention and give the room some extra character and charm.

Divide a Long Room with a Shelving Unit

Rooms that are long and narrow can be extremely challenging to design; however, it's a layout that does offer the chance to utilise a bespoke unit as both a room divider and a smart storage solution. With a bit of imagination, a well-designed unit could offer open shelves on one side and a wardrobe area on the other side, while simultaneously creating different zones in an otherwise awkwardly shaped room.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which bedroom doors should I choose for a small bedroom?

Sleek slab style or handleless doors are often ideal for small bedrooms, as they have a streamlined look and you won't run the risk of getting your clothes caught on the handles. Our Bella Knebworth handleless doors are an excellent option, as the recessed handle offers a minimalist look that will help to ensure even the smallest bedroom retains a sense of space and airiness.

What colours should I choose when decorating a small bedroom?

Light and airy colours always work well in bedrooms because they help to establish a gentle and soothing atmosphere, which is ideal for rest and relaxation. However, if you're a colour lover, there's no reason why you shouldn't incorporate your favourite hues into your design. From drenching your space with colour to choosing colourful bespoke wardrobe doors, this is an ideal opportunity to put your own stamp on your home.