Closets are one of those overlooked places where color can enliven things a little. If you're looking for ways to bring something new into your day-to-day routine, here are five inspiring closets, each of which uses color in a slightly different way.
- Benjamin Moore's "Blue Lagoon" is the dominant color in Mike's studio apartment, where closet space is limited. The blue walls act as a backdrop for Mike's open clothes rack, which he keeps organized with a neutral wardrobe.
- Dressing rooms can be a good resource for creative closet ideas. This one, from a Hugo Boss concept store, pairs busy wallpaper with a simple modern chair in a solid color.
- Most people don't think twice about their closet doors, but they can be an interesting place to introduce contrasting color into a bedroom or hallway. Designer Kristine Mullaney created these glam closet doors with black-and-white paint and silver hardware.
- If you're looking for a quick and easy way to play with color, consider painting the inside of your closet. Since it's closed most of the time, you don't have to worry so much about finding the perfect color — experiment and have fun with the project.
- Arthur's bedroom is painted in a rich chocolate brown that's complemented by long white drapes covering a color-coordinated closet. It's a tailored, masculine look that's perfect for neatniks.
Photos: Kristen Lubbe, Hugo Boss Concept Store by Itunube, Kristine Mullaney Interior Design, Envelop A+D, Evan Thomas
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The utter lack of color in some of the wardrobes is absolutely horrifying.
Oh, ah, yeah! I love the idea of turning my closet into a dressing room, complete with mirror, chair and lamp. I feel relaxed just thinking about it.
Gorgeous photos!
Anyone know where I could get industrial-looking clothes racks like the one in the first photo?
My entire wardrobe is black, gray, and white. I find closets filled with tons of color to be horrifying! Each to their own.
pyrex - the monohrome wardrobes are probably a function of staging, wouldn't you think?
i have 2 closets painted on the inside...1 in hermes orange and the other in a deep rich saturated violet!
Yes, to each his own......
Some readers appreciate witty remarks.
Some readers are offended by wit.
Some readers like to take everything personally and get pissy when others have opinions and lives that differ from their own.
My comment wasn't meant to be "mean." I'm sorry if some of you took offense to a remark that had absolutely NOTHING to do with you personally.
Get over yourself.
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Great idea about painting the inside of the closet door first. Thanks.
lol, that wasn't a very witty first post, more snarky than witty.
I like the idea of painting the inside closet a bright color, it's a nice contrast to my nearly all black and grey wardrobe.
niche - I totally agree with you on everything you just said. It seems people get offended here very easily... usually when others are just commenting on personal preferences, ect.