Corner wardrobes for the bedroom: types, configuration, sizes and design styles

Types of Corner Wardrobes for the Bedroom

Depending on the size of the room and its layout, you can choose different types of corner wardrobes:

• Built-in;

• Cabinet, or free-standing.

The design of built-in corner wardrobes in the bedroom can be any, according to the needs of a particular family. It is limited only by the size of the area allocated for them and the layout features.

Corner wardrobes can be of different shapes:

• Triangular: have a triangle in plan. Their advantages are large volume and ease of manufacture, and, therefore, a budget price. The main disadvantage is the significant area that they “take away” from the room.

• Trapezoidal: in plan they have trapezoids of different shapes. A big advantage of such wardrobes is that they can be easily combined with the rest of the bedroom furniture.

• Pentagonal: the most popular and in demand by buyers due to their capacity.

• Radius: have rounded shapes. The main advantage is an unusual design suitable for complex interior styles such as Art Deco, Empire. The downside is the complexity of production and the high price.

• L-shaped: in plan they form the letter L. A significant advantage of this design is the optimal use of corner spaces. The simplicity of the design can be pointed out as a minus.

Design of a corner wardrobe in the bedroom

A wardrobe standing in a room must match it in terms of style. It is good if the corner wardrobe in a small bedroom matches the color of the walls – in this case, it will not visually clutter the room. In a large room, you can use contrasting colors for painting the walls and furniture. The determining factor for the appearance of the wardrobe is the type and shape of its facades. They can be made of the following materials:

• MDF or fiberboard, covered with film, plastic, or veneered. The most traditional material, used in traditional interior styles.

• Mirror panel. Helps to visually enlarge the room, corrects unsuccessful geometric proportions, makes the room brighter. A matte pattern can be applied to the mirror.

• Special glass of increased thickness and strength, both transparent and matte. A layer of varnish, usually colored or a photo image, can be applied under the glass, which expands the range of design solutions.

• Combinations of different materials. For example, chipboard and mirror or chipboard and glass.

The shape of the facades can be either straight or radial. Additionally, they can be decorated with fittings in the general style. More about the design of the fronts of the sliding wardrobe doors.

Advice: Do not use corner wardrobes in the bedroom with mirrors if they are located opposite the bed, this can negatively affect psychological comfort.

Doors for a corner wardrobe in the bedroom

When choosing a design, in addition to the size of the corner wardrobe in the bedroom, you need to consider the way in which its doors will open. Doors can be:

• Swing: open in the usual way inward. The advantages of this design are its simplicity and reliability, swing doors are suitable for most interior styles. Disadvantages – a large free space in front of the wardrobe, required to open the doors. Suitable for large bedrooms.

• Sliding: designed like train compartment doors, to open them you need to slide them to the side. The main advantage is that you don’t need space to open the doors, the wardrobe can be placed almost right next to other pieces of furniture. The disadvantage is that the wardrobe protects the contents from dust to a lesser extent than a wardrobe with traditional doors. Suitable for small bedrooms.

Tip: When choosing a sliding wardrobe mechanism, you should pay special attention to the quality of individual elements. The door should move smoothly, without jolts or jerks. The door should fit as tightly as possible to the side of the cabinet.

Dimensions of a corner cabinet in the bedroom

Each furniture supplier has its own dimensions of standard products, and there is no single standard for the dimensions of corner cabinets.

Dimensions of corner wardrobes for an average bedroom:

• Height from 200 to 250 cm,
• Depth from 50 to 70 cm,
• Width on each side from 70 to 240 cm.

You can make a custom-made corner cabinet of any configuration according to individual dimensions, thereby making the most of the useful (and in some cases, useless at first glance) space.

Examples of corner cabinet layouts with dimensions

Filling a corner wardrobe in the bedroom

As a rule, a modern clothing storage system is located inside the wardrobe, consisting of the following elements:

• Shelves. They can be made of wood or metal, and are designed to store things in boxes, as well as suitcases and other items.
• Drawers. Various small items of clothing can be stored in pull-out drawers. It is better if they are equipped with a closer for smooth closing.
• Rods. This element is used for hanging outerwear on hangers. They can be located at different heights depending on what is supposed to be hung. So, for dresses, the height of the opening under the rod should be within 140 – 160 cm, for trousers, skirts or shirts – from 95 to 120 cm.
• Baskets. Mesh drawers-baskets are designed for clothes that can be folded, as well as shoes. They are convenient to use, since the contents are always in front of your eyes, and the linen in them is constantly ventilated. Baskets, like drawers, are equipped with a roller mechanism that allows them to be fully extended.

In addition, there are special hooks and shelves for bags, ties and other haberdashery items that can be installed inside the corner closet in the bedroom. More about the internal filling of the sliding wardrobe in the bedroom.

Tip: If the depth of the wardrobe is more than 50 cm, the clothes rail can be placed parallel to the back wall. If the depth is less, you can install short rods parallel to the sides.

Even a small corner wardrobe in the bedroom can significantly simplify the task of storing clothes and accessories, but if the size of the room allows, then in the corner you can organize a voluminous modern system that allows you to place not only clothes, but also sports equipment, materials and tools for hobbies, and other things necessary in the house.

Photo of corner wardrobes in the bedroom

A wardrobe for the bedroom can be made in any style and color. To decide which one is right for you, look at the photos below, they will help you make the right choice.