Improving your Home with a Luxury Dressing Room by HMK
What is more satisfying than rows of shoes all lined up perfectly, clothes hung in colour order, zero mess, zero clutter, and a total dream space to get ready in? These sought-after rooms were once reserved for the Cribs-esque homes, but now they are becoming a must-have for homeowners. Fast becoming one of the most desirable spaces within a bedroom or separate room in the home, these
and luxurious closets are the ultimate in luxury and can be designed to suit any room size because they are completely bespoke. You can fully customise them to complement the way you dress, for example, if you have lots of long dresses, rails will be integral and if you have a love for shoes, pull-out shoe storage or open shelves can help you see and gain easy access to your favourite pieces.
The Luxury Dressing Room at a Glance
A dressing room is a space dedicated entirely to clothes, shoes and accessories, designed around the way you actually dress. A bespoke design combines hanging rails for long garments, deep drawers for bulkier pieces, pull-out or open shoe storage, and often a dressing table with good lighting. Mirror-fronted cabinets keep the room feeling open, seating gives you somewhere to perch, and layered lighting matters because these rooms are frequently windowless. It works best sited off a bedroom or in an adjoining room, and it does not need to be large. At Handmade Kitchen Company we design and hand-build bespoke dressing rooms.
Another reason to have a love for dressing rooms is that it's a space hidden away where you can completely experiment with colours, prints and ideas that you may not find yourself using in another room of the home. After all, it's a space dedicated to you, so make it as personal as you can. A dressing room is way more than a walk-in closet. It is a room essentially dedicated to everything fashion-related, a fashionista's dream come true, a perfectly organised space replete with seating benches, sofas, islands and even chandeliers. At Handmade Kitchen Company, the indulgent allure of personalised luxury seamlessly merges with the practical essence of organisational efficiency. Our passion lies in crafting bespoke dressing rooms that not only exude elegance but also prioritise functionality.
What to include in a dressing room
The purpose of a dressing room is simply to store clothes, shoes and accessories. Think about how you want your clothes stored. Do you require lots of hanging space for longer garments, roomy drawers for bulky jumpers or shelves for your ever-growing shoe collection? Are you getting ready in this space, so a dressing table and storage for makeup is essential?
Space needed for a dressing room
Dressing rooms can work on a smaller scale and you don't have to fit wardrobes around the whole perimeter of the room. Ideally, you want the dressing room to be situated either off a bedroom or in the adjoining room.
Dressing room design ideas
Let's look below at some options you can include in your walk-in closet.
Opt for mirror-fronted cabinets
Mirror-fronted cabinets in a dressing room can break up the feel of the units looking boxy. They keep the space feeling more open and airy, providing an illusion of space and another place where you can check yourself before heading out.
Make the furnishings a stylish focal point
Adding furnishings to the dressing room is a really simple way to transform the space, adding colour and pattern.
Incorporate seating
If you have the space in your dressing room, adding an ottoman, bench or window seat not only provides a handy perch to sit on when putting on your shoes or staring at your clothes while deciding what to wear, but can also double up as storage.
Plan the light
Light in the dressing room is key to keeping it functional. Dressing rooms tend to be darker spaces and sometimes windowless so ensuring they are well lit is crucial. Choose a strong overhead light, for example a chandelier, and incorporate spotlights or LED strip lights within the wardrobes themselves. You will instantly see what's inside and it will still feel glamorous and luxurious.
Include a vanity
A dressing table is a great addition to the dressing room, creating the perfect space for storing small accessories, jewellery and makeup. Just make sure the space is well-lit and hang a large mirror above to make it a practical as well as pretty space to get ready.
Luxury Dressing Room FAQs
What is the difference between a dressing room and a walk-in wardrobe?
A walk-in wardrobe is essentially storage you can step into. A dressing room goes further, adding a dressing table, seating, proper lighting and often furnishings, so it is somewhere you get ready and spend time rather than simply a place to keep clothes.
How much space do you need for a dressing room?
Less than most people expect. A dressing room can work on a smaller scale, and you do not need wardrobes around the entire perimeter. What matters more is the location, ideally off a bedroom or in an adjoining room, and cabinetry designed around the space you actually have.
What should a dressing room include?
Start with how you dress. Long hanging rails for dresses and coats, deep drawers for knitwear, pull-out or open shelving for shoes, and a dressing table with storage if you get ready in there. Mirror-fronted cabinets, seating and layered lighting then turn it from storage into a proper room.
How do you light a dressing room?
Layer it. These rooms are often windowless, so combine a strong overhead light such as a chandelier with spotlights, and add LED strip lighting inside the wardrobes so you can see the contents clearly. Good light above a vanity mirror is essential if you are getting ready in there.
Where does Handmade Kitchen Company design dressing rooms?
We design, hand-build and hand-paint bespoke dressing rooms, wardrobes and bedroom furniture from our workshop in Essex, for clients across Essex, Hertfordshire and North London.
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Step into a realm where dressing rooms are meticulously tailored by HMK to evoke a sense of relaxation and opulence. We take pride in redefining the dressing room through bespoke design, ensuring that yours is not only a reflection of your unique style but also a sanctuary of rejuvenation. Contact us today for more info, we look forward to hearing from you. You will be able to see our dressing room design in our Bridger's Barn
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