The walk-in wardrobe is a popular trend in modern homes. It not only represents the relative advantage of users in this impetuous society and space occupation, but what is even more rare is that it breaks the innate restrictions on space when storing storage in traditional wardrobes. , So what are the design considerations and advantages and disadvantages of walk-in wardrobes?
First, Design considerations for walk-in wardrobes
1. Install the cabinet to keep the size
There should be at least a 5cm margin between the size of the cabinet and the surrounding wall, which is convenient for on-site installation. The so-called tight seam is actually a misunderstanding.
2. pay attention to the selection of sophisticated hardware
These hardware parts are an important part of ensuring quality. If they are only cheap for a while, it will cause trouble for future maintenance. Design a pouf or telescopic rod in the wardrobe, which can sit and hang when changing clothes, which is the performance of humanized design.
3. Do a good job of moisture-proof treatment
Most architectural design concepts place storage close to the kitchen and bathroom, at least one wall. If the homeowner’s locker falls into this category, moisture resistance is especially important. First, waterproof the adjacent bathroom or kitchen, and then, during use, place some moisture-proofing agent in the kitchen.
4. Consider whether the small environment is suitable for a walk-in wardrobe
Before deciding to make a walk-in closet, a homeowner should analyze whether its external environment is suitable for a walk-in closet.
5. The size of the space occupied
There are usually two types of wardrobes: one is the division of the building itself, and the other is to divide the space by yourself or the designer. In fact, the latter does not need to be large in space, just enough. Some clothes that are rarely worn at ordinary times should not take up space. Please take them out after finishing. This is the embodiment of the activity space.
6. The choice of lamps is safe
Light is a problem that needs to be considered in any wardrobe. Therefore, the configured light should not only ensure the illuminance, but also pay attention to its calorific value. It is more appropriate to choose a lamp with a built-in bulb and a lampshade to avoid potential safety hazards. The location of the switch is installed. should also be considered.
7. Design should start from ergonomics
The design of the walk-in wardrobe pays attention to the rationalization and humanization of the collection function. The interior of the walk-in closet is mainly assembled from boards. Although the process is not complicated, it is not easy to do well.
Create walk-in closets in different styles according to the homeowner’s living habits and preferences.
The homeowner should make the overall design according to the overall lighting, color tone and material combination before the house decoration, and then do it together with the home decoration after the plan is confirmed. This avoids problems such as chamfered edges due to floor tiles that should have been carpeted.
8. Avoid cluttered clothes
Because the wall cabinets in the walk-in closet are mostly open, all the clothes are exposed outside, which is easy to be messy and messy. Therefore, the division of the board should be reasonable. Before the board is divided, the size of the objects to be placed, including length, width and weight, should be fully analyzed. Which are commonly used and which are spare, and who is suitable to be placed on top and who is suitable for Put it below, whether it is convenient to place and take it, and so on. Based on these analysis, create a shelf segmentation map.
Second, the advantages and disadvantages of walk-in wardrobes
1. Advantages of walk-in closets
The storage space is complete, the clothes are displayed neatly, the access is convenient, and there is ample space for activities. Generally, a mirror should be equipped to facilitate fitting.
2. Disadvantages of walk-in closets
Since the cloakroom requires 1-2 meters of activity space in addition to the storage space, it is easy to waste space. Therefore, it is more suitable for large units (recommended units over 200 square meters). Small and medium-sized units are still better with wardrobes. Cabinet door, dust-proof effect is relatively poor, generally it is completely dark, must be used with lighting, sealed space, poor air circulation, if the quality of the wardrobe board is not good, it is easy to have peculiar smell.
