We envy those who can pare down to the point that they barely need a closet. We usually feel like there's no such thing as too much closet space, but if we were able to live a more minimalist life, we'd consider converting our closet into something as useful as a home office or a tiny extra bedroom.
- Office in a Closet: This is a common conversion that we see a lot in small apartments. Advantages include a space that's tailor-made for built-in storage and the ability to close the door on your office at the end of the day. For some inspiring closet offices, see this post.
- Closet-Turned-Bathroom: Since closets are often located off of bedrooms and hallways, it makes sense to repurpose one if you need more bath space. For tips on converting a closet into a bathroom, see this post and this resource guide.
- Closet Bedrooms: If you need to maximize space in a small apartment or find a place for guest bed, closets can sometimes provide that extra room. For a few closet bedrooms from the Apartment Therapy archives, click here.
- Closet Media Center: Most people don't want a giant TV or stereo system to be the focal point of their home, but in a small space, anything sticks out more noticeably. The closet media center is a smart solution, since it allows you to tuck all your tech away when you're not using it. For more tips on hiding tech in your small home, see this post.
- Closet-Turned-Pantry: Small kitchens often lack enough storage space to accommodate food and cookware and dishes. If you're blessed with a closet close to the kitchen, you can add more storage space by repurposing it as a pantry.
- Other Ideas: We love the idea of a mini library in the closet, filled with books stacked to the ceiling. Another common conversion is the closet-turned-laundry-room, a convenient solution for hiding appliances and dirty clothes. Have any other suggestions? Add them in the comments below.
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• 1 Home Office in a Hallway from Raumplus
• 2 Twinline Tub/Shower Combos
• 3 Closet Bedroom from Alvhem
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• 5 Kitchen Pantry from Kitchen & Bath Ideas
Photos: Raumplus, Twinline, Alvhem, Janel Laban, Kitchen & Bath Ideas
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I'm actually hoping I can get away with this at the new place I'm moving in to. What a great way to officially *end* work at the end of the day! Only time will tell if it's successful...
To the man in the photo: are you coming out of the closet? :-)
My favorite ever was the closet turned bar that Eddie Ross did for Real Simple.
I would like three if it wasn't for the fact it seems like the room could have fit the twin bed anyways - so knocking out the closet seems over-dramatic.
I am going to steal the crown moulding affect for #3