No matter how spacious your home is, creating the perfect storage systems for its bedrooms is a challenge. Fitted built in wardrobes in Sydney will help you to make the most of your space and is ideal for those awkward corners (including alcoves, eaves and any spaces that are too small for standard fittings). When it comes to buying fitted wardrobes, however, there are a number of things to keep in mind to ensure that you see the most success.

Why choose a professional?

There is a good choice of professional companies who can design and install fitted wardrobes in your home – and this is reflected in the price. The best way to find a professional is personal recommendations from friends and family. If you don’t know anyone who has recently undertaken such a project, your best bet will be to jump on the internet. Don’t be afraid to grill the showroom staff and trades people about their products and services.

Commissioning a professional

If you have a small, straightforward project or feel confident in your own design abilities, you might feel comfortable entrusting it to a local carpenter. An independent designer will offer one-off designs and total flexibility, whilst a carpenter is likely to look to you for direction. As joiners very rarely have showrooms, it is important that you ask to see a portfolio of their work before signing on the dotted line to ensure they can deliver.

Creating a brief
No matter what type of professional you choose, you must put together as detailed a brief as possible (with pictures from magazines or the internet, etc). Ask questions about the construction of the project and ensure that you consider the professional’s ideas, too.

Agreeing terms
Ensure that you are 100% clear about the payment terms (such as when the deposit is required, how much the deposit is – typically between 30 and 50% of the total price, etc). Never pay in full upfront and ask for a breakdown of materials and labour.

Points to consider for dressing rooms

• Ensure that the wardrobe is designed to keep clothes, shoes and accessories in order;
• Having rails at varying heights will best utilise the space – full length for dresses and half length for shirts or trousers;
• Opt for plenty of drawers (perhaps with a secure unit for jewellery) and plenty of room for shoes;
• Having a walkway width of at least 1 metre will allow for the opening of drawers and selection of outfits in comfort; and
• Opt for his and hers sides (if space permits) – better yet, ensure that you both have your own mirrors.

Points to consider for bedrooms

• Fitted built in wardrobes in Sydney will make the best use of space, regardless of the size of the room;
• A bank of wardrobes will free up the remainder of the room for more decorative pieces;
• If you’re after a sleek look, hide some of the drawer units behind some full-length doors;
• The entrance to your ensuite can be designed to blend in with the wardrobe doors on either side of it; and
• Fitted wardrobes are a safe option for children’s bedrooms (where freestanding units may topple).

Spaceworks Design deals in custom wardrobes, home office fitouts, modular furniture, bookshelves & custom Cabinets in Sydney, Australia.