A walk-in wardrobe is often a home-owner’s dream. Well-organised closets with ample storage need not be just a dream. Besides being functional, wardrobe fit-outs can add value to your home.
Whether you’re placing your home on the market now or adding value for the future, a walk-in has great appeal to a potential buyer.
Neat Wardrobes Suggest Proper Maintenance
Neat, organised closets give the impression that you take pride in your home. Buyers want to know that a home has been well-maintained.
Purchasers may feel that homeowners who attend to the details of neatly organised clothing and storage will also attend to other details. A home that has been properly maintained commands a higher purchase price.
Walk-Ins Add More Space
Just as you appreciate the feeling that clothing is not crushed or stuffed into a small, poorly ventilated closet, a prospective home-buyer will value the same attributes.
If your bedroom is full of storage boxes, overfilled bookshelves and packed chests of drawers, it may give the impression that there is not enough storage space.
Closets crammed full of belongings appear to be inadequate to contain a family’s possessions. Seeing this, a purchaser may conclude that the storage in the home is not adequate for their own family’s needs.
In contrast, a well-designed wardrobe gives the appearance of more space. You may be able to get rid of large, ungainly furniture now used for clothing, freeing up floor space.
Walk-ins can be outfitted with shelving, hanging racks, shoe storage and seasonal storage areas. Large walk-ins may include a centre buffet, which adds elegance and extra storage.
Wardrobes Fit into Awkward Spaces
A clever designer knows how to use all the available space. An awkward or unused area, such as under the stairs, garages and dark corners, can be converted into a wardrobe.
Our expert designers at Just Wardrobes are experienced in evaluating a space and recommending attractive, practical storage solutions.
If a wardrobe area includes a window, the wall space below and above the window can be incorporated into the design. This space may be wasted in an open floor arrangement.
In addition, sloped ceilings, corners, narrow passages and unattractive elements, such as electrical or plumbing lines, can be incorporated into the design. Encasing plumbing lines and building shelving and storage around them uses the wall space while hiding an unsightly element.
Wardrobe Detailing Adds Elegance
Adding stylish detailing to the walk-in adds elegance and increases visual appeal. There are a few details worth spending extra on. The aesthetic value can translate into a greater payoff at selling time.
Accessories, such as laundry hampers, belt racks, hooks and drawer inserts let you custom-design the space.
Walk-ins should be well-lit so that items can be easily identified. Spotlights, downlights and wall sconces add beauty as well as function. If a window is incorporated into the design, attractive window coverings can accentuate the window’s beauty or hide its flaws.
Window coverings, such as Roman shades, blinds or curtains, can add a touch of beauty to the space. Open curtains to let light in during the day. Close them at night for privacy and aesthetic.
Choose attractive materials. Just Wardrobes offers timbergrain melamine in several finishes to match your décor. White melamine blends with all types of decor. Choose from our wide selection of edgings to give a personalised touch.
Wire shelving is a budget-friendly option that complements modern décor. Powder-coated shelving, baskets, racks and hanging systems work particularly well in children’s rooms and areas with high humidity.
A professional design team will turn your dream walk-in into a reality with practical suggestions for function and appearance.
As you showcase your home to prospective purchasers, your walk-in may make the difference. In the meantime, you can enjoy the convenience of a well-designed wardrobe.
