Wardrobe for a teenager's bedroom - aspects that you should pay attention to when choosing

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Wardrobes are an important part of any teenager’s room; they store clothes and other things, as well as books, stationery and other little things that any teenager has a lot of. It is important that your child has his own space, arranged in a way that suits him. Practicality and functionality come to the fore, so it is very important to take into account the interests and hobbies of a teenager.

You need to arrange your teenager’s room correctly so that he feels comfortable.

Which option to choose

When selecting furniture, you need to remember a few general recommendations:

• Give preference to natural materials . It is ideal to purchase wood products, but you can also use wood-based options; modern MDF and chipboards meet all safety standards. You should not buy products with a large number of plastic inserts or composite materials;

Most models of modern furniture are made from chipboard

• Consider the features of the room . If the area is small, then to visually expand the space it makes sense to purchase a cabinet with mirror doors from floor to ceiling. Girls will appreciate this decision, but this option is also suitable for a boy;
• Always involve your teenager in the selection process . At this age, it is important to show the child that his opinion is taken into account, and his tastes and preferences should be taken into account, so that he uses the closet with pleasure and feels comfortable and comfortable;

Teenagers love non-standard, original solutions

• If there is a lack of space, choose sliding wardrobes. Due to the sliding door mechanism, it is convenient to use such structures even in small rooms. This option is also good because the design is selected to suit your room and is made specifically for it;

Compartment structures can occupy an entire wall

• When installing standard options with hinged doors, remember that free space is required in front of them . When open, the doors take up space; they should not create interference or rest against the bed or other elements of furniture;
• Corner cabinets are suitable for square spaces . They help to use space efficiently, because most often nothing is installed in the corner. Such solutions are well suited for non-standard rooms in the attic floors and rooms with two blank walls without door or window openings;

Example of a functional corner design

• You can install the built-in option . It either closes a niche or partitions off part of the space from floor to ceiling, creating a large compartment for storing things. If the space allows, then you can equip an entire dressing room; girls will appreciate this solution;

Compact built-in design in a teenager's room

• It is important to decide on the size of the cabinet in advance . To do this, it is worth considering two factors: the number of things that need to be folded and the area that can be allocated for these purposes. Remember that things need to be placed freely, and not to jam all the shelves and hangers.

Bookcases

Since all teenagers are studying, the issue of storing books and stationery should be resolved immediately. If there is not enough space, then you can allocate part of the space in the closet, but it is better to put a separate element, albeit a small one.

The bookcase stores not only books, but also souvenirs, collections, useful little things, etc. This also needs to be remembered when choosing

Let's look at the design options that are most often used:

• Open options are good because everything you need is at hand. They can be either free-standing or frame the work area, as shown in the photo below. It all depends on the configuration of the room and ease of use for the teenager. The size is selected individually depending on the number of things that need to be folded;

Open wooden option in minimalist style

• Cabinets with doors also have their advantages. The most commonly used options are those with a glazed top and solid doors or drawers at the bottom. This solution allows you to quickly find the things you need from above and hide all the little things from below. The design can combine open and closed segments.

If there is little space, pay attention to cabinets combined with the workplace. They are compact in size and convenient because everything you need is at arm's length.

Combined design is compact and easy to use

• A loft bed with a wardrobe and a work area below is an unusual and compact solution. One design combines a bed in the upper part and a closet with a work area in the lower part. You solve three problems at once in one fell swoop, which is very convenient and economical, since such a kit will cost less than individual items, and will take up much less space;

This option combines several furniture elements at once.

• Another solution is a design that combines a sofa or bed and storage space . On the side, on one or both sides, there is most often a single-leaf long wardrobe for things, and hanging modules of an open or closed type are fixed to the wall.

Option with a sofa bed and a wardrobe framing it

Wardrobes

This option is easier to choose from one side, since it is closed. We will discuss the main varieties below, and here we will tell you how to choose the optimal solutions for different rooms:

• For minimalism, it is best to use a simple cabinet of 2-3 sections . It will emphasize the severity of the interior and is very suitable for teenagers who strive to maintain perfect order in everything;

To prevent the design from being too strict, it can be enlivened with bright accents

• For classic furnishings and rooms in the Art Nouveau style, standard wardrobes are well suited. The main thing is to choose the design of the desired color;
• For modern designs , cabinets with an original design are selected; they can have a glossy surface and an unusual configuration;

A large number of drawers is an excellent solution for a teenager’s room

• Large compartment designs are more suitable for girls. It would be ideal if you could separate part of the room and equip it with a real wardrobe with a mirror and separate lighting.

Floor-to-ceiling closet creates plenty of storage space

Decor features

A wardrobe for a teenage boy will differ from a product that will complement a girl’s room in several ways.

• Girls will need a larger model and a mirror. Attached modules with open shelves will serve for decorative items, bright photos, and cute souvenirs.
• Boys prefer rigor and conciseness of forms and functionality. They prefer closed systems.
• The color scheme for boys contains all shades of blue, brown, beige, gray. Girls choose white and the light part of the palette, but not necessarily pink. During their childhood years, they most likely became quite tired of this color.
• There are universal options that will be appropriate in any case. These include: green, sand, orange, light green. Cabinets whose facades consist of contrasting color segments look interesting.
• A model decorated with floral motifs looks harmonious in a girl’s bedroom. And young men will be delighted with images of cars and musical instruments. Many teenagers, regardless of gender, prefer photos with landscapes from exotic corners of the planet and easily recognizable places, city lights at night or abstract drawings.

Options for girls and boys

Regarding the choice in this aspect, there are several useful recommendations:

• Functionality is important for boys . Furniture should first of all be comfortable to use. The sizes should not be too small - things should be arranged freely so that it is easy to find everything you need and maintain order inside;
• Girls need a lot of space for their things . A dressing room is what you need, but it can’t be installed in every room. Lots of shelves and drawers are also welcome. In addition, the appearance of the furniture is also important; cabinet doors can be decorated with patterns, and if it is a compartment design, then with photo printing;

Photo printing makes the cabinet unique and one of a kind

• If you don't have enough space, choose combined options that combine a storage unit, a bookcase, and a table. It is important to choose the optimal ratio of the sizes of each part so that there is enough space for everything that needs to be folded.

This option combines everything a teenager needs

It is very important to take into account the child’s preferences and interests in order to create a comfortable environment for him. Don't forget this aspect.

How to choose the right wardrobe

Let’s briefly figure out how to organize the selection process so that the result satisfies both you and the child:

• Be sure to involve the teenager himself in the process . This is no longer a small child who can be bought anything, this is an independent person, and you should show that you understand this;
• Entrust the choice to a teenager . But at the same time, voice all the conditions: restrictions on space, volume and features of the room. Give advice and evaluate all the options he likes from a rational point of view in order to find the optimal solution;
• Explain that you should not choose too radical options . At this age, a child can go to extremes and choose options with flashy colors or unusual configurations. It is necessary to carefully explain that after a couple of years the teenager himself is unlikely to consider this choice to be correct;
• Make the final decision together . Explain why one option or another cannot be chosen or why a certain model should be chosen.

Wardrobe options for children's wardrobe

Let's look at three design options that are best suited for children. Each of them has its own characteristics, which are described in the corresponding section below.

Freestanding wardrobe

This traditional solution has the following features:

• Low price . Ready-made designs will cost less than custom-made ones, and this is an important factor;
• Mobility . The cabinet can be moved to any place in the room or removed if necessary, without damaging the floor, walls and ceiling;

Ready-made options can be rearranged anywhere in the room

• Different sizes . The width can vary from 50 to 300 cm, it all depends on which option you need;
• Varied content . There may be shelves, drawers, clothes rails, etc. inside.

The design is tailored to the child

Built-in wardrobe

This option is gaining increasing popularity for the following reasons:

• Rational use of space . Most often, the shelves are located from floor to ceiling and there is a lot of storage space;
• Possibility of installation in non-standard premises . Since the design is made to order, it can be adapted to niches, uneven corners and any room height;

Large size gives a lot of usable space

• The design is made to order . Therefore, the internal content and external design meet all the requirements put forward;
• Retractable door opening system . This is also a plus, since when opening the doors do not take up useful space.

Sliding wardrobe of unusual shape

Wardrobe as part of the “loft bed” structure

Let's look at this option as well, since it is well suited in limited space. There are such solutions:

• A design in which the entire space under the bed is reserved for a closet . Such systems have a lot of storage space; most often there are both classic compartments and drawers. Great option for teenagers;

This layout provides plenty of storage space

• Small dressing room under the bed . It turns out a classic compartment with shelves around the perimeter, in which all the teenager’s things can easily fit;

A wardrobe under the bed is an interesting solution

• A combination of a storage closet and a workplace. There is a tabletop in the design, and there are often shelves for books. A universal solution for a small room.

This design is functional

High tech

Boy's room in high-tech style

Laconism and equanimity are the basis of the style. Smooth wall surfaces, a minimum of functional furniture with hidden cabinets and drawers, cool shades in the design. This is very practical, especially for a teenager who does not like cleaning and likes to keep little secrets from his parents.

With this design, a children's room for a teenage boy turns into a “spaceship”, complemented by practical furniture with chrome fittings, metal shelving and sports equipment. This is a space for athletes, computer geniuses and lovers of technology in all its forms.

Criteria for choosing a cabinet for a children's room

We have dealt with the main design options and aspects of choosing a specific option wisely. But it’s worth remembering a few important requirements for a closet in a teenager’s room:

• Sustainability . The structure must stand securely and not tip over even with a strong push. Therefore, it is better to choose furniture without legs;
• Safety . It is better if the closet does not have protruding corners and handles that can cause injury. The optimal option is with handles recessed into the surface;
• Capacity . Everything necessary should be freely located within the teenager’s reach. You can’t pack shelves to capacity—it’s unsafe;
• Environmental friendliness . Furniture must be made of safe materials.

Modifications

Teenagers love products that can be transformed. Because of their age, they are already capable of making the transformation from one position to another. The most common furniture options are:

• a wardrobe that hides a sleeping place with a lifting mechanism during the daytime;
• a loft bed with a wardrobe at the base;
• wardrobe with a built-in retractable or folding work desk.

It is important to devote enough time to choosing the right wardrobe for a teenager’s bedroom. This will allow you to purchase a product that will satisfy both the parents and the mature owner of the room.