Bedrooms
October 7, 2022
40 Walk-In Closets That Will Make You Want To Declutter Immediately
There are few things more rewarding — or glamorous — than prepping for a night out in a perfectly organized walk-in closet. We’ve curated the most gorgeous House & Home–worthy closets featured in our pages and beyond. Scroll down for some rooms that will give you serious closet envy — and no, we’re not talking about the clothes.
Here are 45+ walk-in closets that will inspire you!
If you’re putting in a walk-in closet, take cues from Lynda Reeves’ lakehouse bedroom that features custom closets and storage from California Closets. The thoughtfully laid out room features two sliding doors for a grand entrance, and has the perfect combination of modern and rustic design with its wood-panelled walls, vintage lamps and neutral palette.
Wall-to-wall built-ins maximize space and provide tons of storage in this principal dressing room on Lake Huron. Windows allow natural light to come in and provide lush outdoor views so you can always coordinate your outfit to the weather.
In this walk-in closet, custom bookshelves are a clever way to fill the space above Ikea cabinets. A five-tiered rack allows the homeowner’s shoe collection to remain on display, while a traditional armchair is a comfy spot to ponder your next OTTD.
Designer Nyla Free starts her mornings right with a stylish walk-in closet that doubles as a coffee bar. The neutral space features greige cabinets, polka dot flooring and a marble-look backsplash. A woven basket and rug warm up the space.
This celeb-worthy closet comes with loads of storage for the homeowner’s vast collection of shoes, bags and clothes. A centre island has plenty of drawers for jewellery, lingeries and smaller accessories like scarves. The groove pendant brightens up the room.
This walk-in has a real retail vibe, with large glass doors that resemble a shop showcase. Designer Ali Budd had the cool raise system installed so this Toronto homeowner could show off and easily access her extensive jewelry collection. The room is bright and airy thanks to white oak floors, high ceilings and white finishes.
At the 2021 Princess Margaret showhome, the dressing room exudes modern glamor. Cladding the cabinets in a textured paper amps the cosiness of this private primping space. Full-height closets and a smoky mirrored island provide ample storage, while a window seat adds an element of comfort.
This sleek and modern vanity has a hotel feel with streamlined lighting and cabinets. A fluffy stool adds a playful boho element.
Dark built-in cabinets give this condo closet a distinct presence in the room. An ottoman is a handy spot to take shoes on and off, and double as extra storage in the compact space.
This modern custom closet has all the bells and whistles: integrated lighting, open shelving, angled shoe shelves and rods for hanging clothes. It’s like your own personal, high-end boutique!
Decorate your closet as thoughtfully as any other room! In this global-inspired walk-in closet, a prized photograph of a European church detail holds pride of place above a collection of beloved trinkets. A colorful rug ties the whole well considered look together.
Busy executive Poonam Singh needed a walk-in closet to house all of her work clothes. The built-in shoe shelves give her heels the attention they deserve, and a generous tufted ottoman makes getting ready in the morning that much easier. Rose gold accents and pink velvet make this space feel pampering and personal.
This petite closet gives the illusion that it’s double in size, thanks to calm blue-green paint. Built-in shelves means every pair of shoes has its place, while a bistro-style light fixture acts like a piece of jewellery.
Les Ensembliers’ Richard Ouellette and Maxime Vandal wanted their closet to feel light and airy, so they opted for sleek clothing racks, rather than heavy cabinetry. A rustic round table holds the couple’s beloved books and special objets like jewelry and blue and white ginger jars.
There is so much to love about hotelier Christiane Germain’s closet! The mirrored panels actually conceal a Murphy bed, so it’s the perfect spot for her grandkids to sleep when they stay over.
How dreamy is this Vancouver sub-penthouse’s walk-in closet? The built-in cabinets with mirrored fronts and a spacious island in the middle are just begging to display a covetable collection of designer garments and accessories.
“Guests often want to hang out in here and drink champagne,” says designer Julie Charbonneau of her covetable dressing room. A blush sofa, floor-to-ceiling drapery and a rack of pastel clothing are a feminine touch.
In Olympic champion Tessa Virtue’s bedroom closet, all eyes are on her impressive collection of footwear. Damask wallpaper offers subtle texture and French-inspired elegance.
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Interior designer Scott Yetman’s walk-in closet is a sartorial refuge with rows of well-kept dress shoes and crisp suit jackets. Plus, heated marble floors (not shown) offer comfort underfoot on cold winter mornings.
From the plush ottoman to the painterly rug and walls of sleek white cabinetry adorned with gold hardware, this modern space is what closet dreams are made of!
Design duo Nate Berkus and Jeremiah Brent’s sprawling L.A. home wouldn’t be complete without a jaw-dropping closet. Brushed gold racks and picture lights add a dash of luxury without distracting from the neatly folded garments.
It would be a shame to keep clothes as beautiful as these hidden behind doors. Rolling racks keep ornate garments on display. A vintage Singer sewing chair and a weathered rug complement the colors in the clothes.
Sleek and simple floor-to-ceiling cabinets keep clothes out of sight, making items like the vintage chair and Ventetian-glass poliedri chandelier the main attraction.
This polished men’s walk-in features shallow drawers that allow ties to lie flat, with deeper drawers beneath for sweaters and golf shirts.
Open shelves hold the shoes while an open-concept hanging unit lets the colorful clothes do the talking. A pretty tufted bench, exotic wool rug and a modern gold light fixture give this compact space a show-stopping look.
This small walk-in is kept streamlined with an extremely curated collection of clothes. A floor-to-ceiling window offers floods of natural light.
Mirrored surfaces and a winter white palette give this dressing room a super spacious feel, while a plush bench and worn runner create a luxurious environment.
Maximize space with a double-hanging system for shirts, skirts and shorter garments. Luxurious amenities like illuminated shoe racks and a purse collection behind glass-panelled cabinet doors offer a glamorous place to get dressed.
In this dream dressing room, linen-covered boxes hold shoes and sweaters, doors hide hanging closet areas, and the marble-topped island features drawers on both sides. Antique pulls and a delicate 1930s chandelier enhance the room’s vintage appeal.
The dressing room has built-in storage and shelving in every corner. A small desk doubles as a vanity and impromptu office, while shelving above the desk displays favorite shoes and photographs.
Designer Lisa Rogers transformed an extra bedroom into an elaborate storage space. The absence of doors allows homeowner Patricia Lovett-Reid to see all of her clothes at a glance. A freestanding unit in the center of the room provides more storage and a spot to lay out outfits.
Separate a closet or dressing area with affordable curtains in lieu of doors. Damask drapes create an elegant entrance into homeowner Betsy Aziz’s principal bedroom’s dressing room. The star pendant, a trademark of designer Connie Braemer, adds a touch of whimsy.
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Panelled closets and drawers keep essentials organized behind a tailored façade. The custom cabinetry, designed by California Closets, offers ample floor-to-ceiling storage. Crystal knobs, richly upholstered benches and mirrored doors exude luxury, while softly-lined drawers are the perfect place to store treasured jewelry.
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If you’re lucky enough to have a walk-in closet, make sure it has an island. The drawers act as a perfect space to keep smaller items like jewelry and belts organized, and the surface allows you to display a selection of your favorites.
Keep things organized with open shelving and clean lines. Plenty of natural light sets off the clean-lined components, like open shelves, walnut wall panels and stainless steel clothing rods, all of which enhance the boutique-shop style closet. Extra storage boxes keep out-of-season items out of the way and open shelving makes getting dressed a cinch.
Designer Christine Ralphs’ crisp white dressing room highlights her love of fashion, artwork and statement design. White walls and extra-tall cabinets reflect natural light, while a graphic striped rug and Deco-style light fixture introduce contrast.
Stylist Sabrina Linn’s dressing room, which connects the bathroom to the bedroom, has no doors, creating flow and a reason to keep it tidy. She installed prefab shelving to make use of the available vertical space and create the look of custom built-ins.
A shoe rack is a must for any organized closet or dressing room. A built-in that blends seamlessly with the rest of your shelving is preferable, but a free-standing shelf like this one can work just as well — goodbye unsightly hanging door organizer!
White marble, brass knobs and Georgian-style mouldings create a gracious and stylish storage space. The island’s drawers store delicates such as lingerie and stockings. The bench provides a convenient spot for packing handbags and suitcases. Beaded pink pendant lamps and brass hardware add lustrous details.
Storage space is cleverly added to a bedroom’s entryway. Foregoing doors gives the area the feeling of a small dressing room and makes it easy to access. White built-ins and chrome hardware create a clean, modern look.
Designer Rosie Daykin had sleek white closets installed in her contemporary principal bedroom. The custom built-ins offer lots of hanging and shelf space, while spotlights illuminate the contents when doors are open. Vein-cut travertine flooring adds elegance to the room.