Think that you don’t have space for a walk-in closet? That’s not true, today I’m sharing small, even tiny walk-in closets that can be accommodated even in the smallest nooks and corners. And of course, I’ll share some ideas to organize such a space so that you could squeeze most of it.
First of all, remember that a small walk-in closet will have only three usable sides, so you shouldn’t clutter it to make finding things easier. Organize it so that you could easily see what you need at first glance. Second, choosing colors and shades for decor, opt for peaceful and light ones because they visually expand the space.
Make A Leading Rack
Make a series of high street shelves rising to the ceiling where you can keep things without them coming down on your head. At some point modular slots and shelves must be installed to hold shoes and purses along with small cubes and drawers that need to be set up to accommodate folded clothing and other items. You can also add various alternative configurations and improvements for the best organization.
Perfect minimalist closet layout with a leading rack on one wall, a mirror on the opposite wall and shoe shelves on the third one.
Very small walk-in closet in white with a leading rack on the left wall.
Hanging clothes storage and open shelves are probably only things you need in a fully functional closet (DLH Inc).
Tiny walk-in closet with a leading rack on the right and open shelving in the center.
L-shaped leading rack for clothes, drawers on the left and a mirror on the right wall.
Large wardrobe with racks and shoe shelves, drawers and a small mirror.
A leading rack is a must even a such simple closet behind curtains (Kelly Peloza Photo).
Clothes rack on the center and lots of open racks on the sides for shoes and accessories.
Open shelves and rackks all over the closet to accomodate as much as possible.
Drawers and open shelves under the window, open shelving and rack on the other walls.
Hexagon-shaped closet with drawers and open shelving, a window brings in much light.
A mirror in the center, open rack for clothes on the other sides.
Mirror doors of the wardrobes will help to visually enlarge the space reflecting the light.
Functional tiny closet with a clothes rack and open shelving for shoes and accessories.
Add Small Hooks
‘S’ and ‘L’ formed hooks are your best friends! Such hooks are easily available and can be used for many things in your closet: from shoes to coats and umbrellas. You can attach them to the walls or right to the cabinets if there are any.
Make some hooks right inside the drawers or wardrobes to hang everything you need.
Organize your jeans, pants and tank tops in the closet using hooks.
IKEA shelf brackets can be used to add a little extra hanging space.
Hang your belts and sashes on S-shaped hooks is a clever idea to squeeze some extra storage space.
Hang your bags and totes on S hooks.
Your tank tops can be easily organized using hooks.
Get Storage Baskets Or Drawers
Baskets and cubbies are ideal to store small items like socks and underwear. Even nightgowns or pajamas can be rolled up and put in storage baskets liberating a great deal of drawer space. This way they will be perfectly clean and won’t clutter the whole space, which is essential when the closet is really tiny. If you have drawers, you can of course use them for these things.
Drawers with glass tops for storing accessories and to easily find them when needed.
Komplement glass front drawers in IKEA Pax system will declutter the space and keep your things in order.
Minimalist cabinet with drawers to store underwear and socks in order.
Lots of drawers and sliding shelves are important for a narrow walk-in closet (Mike Knight Construction).
Simple drawer unit for a small closet.
Canvas baskets and laundry hampers can fit lots of stuff in your walk-in closet (Organized Living).
Rustic crates could be used instead of plain boxes to add some style to a closet (Alvhem Mäkleri & Interiör).
Baskets instead of drawers are a nice and comfy idea.
Cube storage is useful to organize all these accessories (Jerrica Zaric Interior Design, LLC).
Linen closet baskets to keep it pretty.
Light Up The Space
Lighting up a tiny closet is essential due to many reasons. First, light makes any space look bigger than it is. Second, it makes finding things easier and third, it’ll look more comfortable and welcoming with lots of light. Use chandeliers, LED lights, garlands and mirrors with lights to enlighten the space.
Maximize the lights as much as possible to make a closet bigger and cozier.
If there's a window, keep it to fill your closet with nautral light.
A mirror with lights will make you feel a super star.
Garlands will give additional light to your small closet.
Other Tips & Ideas
A small walk-in closet isn’t a curse. With all these useful tips and ideas there would be enough room for all your stuff. Hanging some art, making a statement wall or displaying some decor items would also make it looks less like utility space.
A cute botanical wallpaper turns a tiny walk-in closet into a beautiful room (Entrance Fastighetsmäkleri).
Add some art to make your closet looks less like utility space (BFDO Architects pllc).
Even a small mirror is a great addition to a neatly organized closet (Mihaly Slocombe).
IKEA PAX could fit even really small and awkward corners.
Even a nursery would win if you manage to squeeze a walk-in closet there (California Closets Maryland).