Where to Hide Things When There's No Space? Pros and Cons of a Closet in a Small Apartment

Today, almost all apartments are equipped with a closet. For some, it takes up an entire room, while for others, only a part of it.

However, in a small one-bedroom apartment, there may simply not be enough space for a large number of items, let alone a full-fledged closet. Let's try to figure out whether it's worth organizing such a storage system in a small apartment.

Preserving square meters in living spaces

A separate closet is an excellent solution for those who don't want to overcrowd their already limited living area with wardrobes. It's better to hang most of your clothes there, and keep the dresser with bedding in the room.

Maintaining order

It's much more comfortable to store and organize items that are in one place. Ideally, the closet should also include a spot for ironing.

Time-saving in packing

It's convenient when you can not only store clothes and shoes in one place but also change into something else. Additionally, this solution helps keep dust away from other living areas.

Maximizing space usage

If you use all the walls up to the ceiling, you can ergonomically fill the closet with storage systems.

It's also recommended to buy a mobile clothing stand for everyday use.

Gradual Setup

Setting up a closet gradually will cost much less than buying ready-made wardrobes all at once. You can zone the living room using a dense curtain on a rod. Fabric not only preserves natural ventilation but also makes the interior cozier.Design: YUHOMEdesign Babintseva

Using as a Utility Room

Even in a small closet, there will be space for a utility room with bulky items that don't find use in other parts of the apartment.

Cons

Necessity for Relocation

The placement and dimensions of a closet should be planned from the beginning, as builders rarely account for storage space. You can avoid relocation only if the closet is separated by a curtain or built as a lightweight structure from gypsum board or glass.

Fast accumulation of dirt

Dust will constantly accumulate on open shelves, settling on clothes.

Need for Ventilation

A solid door in the closet will create a ventilation vacuum inside the room, resulting in items acquiring a stuffy smell. To avoid this, it's best to plan an exhaust system in advance.