Walk-in to style and comfort

Nishant Shah, interior designer and business head, Collins Kitchens & Wardrobes, tell us how walk-in wardrobes can transform our private spaces, however big or small.  

Photographs: Courtesy Collins Kitchens & Wardrobes

An ideal blend of space, design and decor to elevate your home.  Have you always secretly longed for a walk-in closet in your home? You aren’t alone. Closets offer a true reflection of the user’s daily routine and lifestyle. And walk-in closets have always been synonymous with luxury. The opulence of the space, the customised usability, the elegant aesthetics and the sheer comfort of a walk-in wardrobe make it desirable for many.

The lockdowns during the pandemic had us re-evaluating the essence and luxury of our own homes. As a result, the average spend on luxury and comfort purchases have increased by 35 per cent post pandemic. This is reflective in the interior design sphere as well — a current significant trend in the home decor sector is the demand for walk-in wardrobes. However, there are several misconceptions and beliefs that inhibit many home owners from building the walk-in closet of their dreams. The biggest one is that walk-in wardrobes require extensive areas and do not serve multiple purposes. Many also mistakenly believe that walk-in closets are exorbitantly expensive and that they require considerable efforts to maintain and organise.

The truth is that the innovations and modernisation in the world of furniture and home decor have made the distant dreams of walk-in closet a very feasible reality. Chic partition systems, attractive aluminium shutters, state-of-the-art hardware solutions and exquisite glass sliding doors can all be used to create a plush walk-in closet in any space. The size of the space is no longer a constraint because meticulous planning and dynamic design is all you need. There are a plethora of design options to meet every preference, apartment size and budget.

In 2022, some of the biggest closet trends include

Minimalism: One can never go wrong with minimalist style. A minimalist design for your walk-in wardrobe will give your room a brighter, fresher and more organised look. While neutral colour palettes never go out of style, don’t be afraid to experiment with vibrant colour accents.

Multiple Purposes: A walk-in wardrobe can be so much more than a storage solution. Add in a vanity corner, comfy furniture, a storage island or a stackable washer and dryer to make your closet more functional.

Custom Lighting: Skylights, LED strip lights and storage lights all add up to give you your dream walk-in wardrobe. A big trend in 2022 is a nuanced combination of symmetry, clean lines and customised lighting for walk-in closets.

A walk-in wardrobe add contemporary comfort, style and beauty to any home. Combine them with sleek aesthetics and polished accessories to elevate your living experience.