How to choose a corner wardrobe in the hallway - types of design and furniture perspective

The first impression of an apartment or house is formed when a guest enters the hallway. And, if the living room is the “heart” of the apartment, then the hallway is its “face”, which must be flawless. To make it look stylish and neat, while maintaining its functionality, it is necessary to use a competent approach to interior design and selection of furniture. The storage system for clothes and shoes is the central element of this room, which should be as spacious as possible, but compact. In this case, a corner cabinet in the hallway, the photo of which is presented below, is the best option.

Types and features of filling built-in corner cabinets in the hallway

The filling of a corner-type built-in wardrobe—in other words, its internal arrangement—should be carefully considered in advance.

It must be functional, comfortable and maximally adapted to the needs of the home owners.

The standard contents of a hallway closet should include:

• free compartment for outerwear. It can be equipped with regular hooks, a hanger bar or a retractable pantograph hanger. If there are children in the house, then it makes sense to choose a closet with a special second row of hooks located lower;
• top section for hats and scarves;
• lower compartment for shoes - with a shelf or a specialized grid for storing them;
• one or more boxes for storing attributes - gloves, umbrellas, handbags.

It would be great if the closet was equipped with a closed compartment to store things that home owners rarely use.

When selecting the filling, it would be nice to take into account all the little things. Let's say, if you have a separate shoe rack, then the shoe department in the closet can be very small - thanks to this you can make the space larger for other things

Corner cabinets are also usually equipped with optional, but very functional elements:

• open side shelves for storing small items and decorative items;
• key holders in the form of a row of small hooks or a closed box;
• drawers that slide out.

How to choose the right one

When choosing furniture for a narrow hallway, you need to take into account many nuances:

material of manufacture - a large number of people pass through the corridor, so the furniture must be durable and reliable. The most ideal material is considered to be natural solid wood; cheaper models are created from MDF or laminated chipboard; style - the shape and design of furniture is chosen in accordance with the overall style of the room. Therefore, it is not recommended to use cabinets with artificially aged surfaces when creating modern interiors; shades - the colors of the facade should not stand out from the overall color scheme of the hallway. For small rooms, light shades are considered optimal, providing a visual expansion of the space; dimensions - dimensions are a decisive factor when choosing a cabinet

Particular attention should be paid to length and depth. The number of necessary pieces of furniture depends on the spaciousness and versatility of the model.

It is quite difficult to choose high-quality furniture that suits all parameters for a small hallway. To do this, you must first determine which pieces of furniture must be in the corridor, and which can be replaced.

It is most convenient to purchase a hallway as a set. The modular system will help make the room stylish and neat. With a competent and rational approach to the choice of furniture, in a narrow hallway you can create an ergonomic living space that can provide all residents of the house with maximum convenience and comfort for many years.

Selection rules

To choose a corner cabinet that matches the characteristics of the room and style without sacrificing functionality for a long service life, you need to take into account some nuances:

• It is necessary to pay attention to the quality of the cabinet material, its facades, doors, fasteners and fittings. Elements of internal filling must also be made of durable materials: rods, hooks and hangers made of metal, shelves made of wood;
• A small hallway has its own selection rules. The cabinet should visually appear compact and not clutter up the room. To do this, you should pay attention to the color of the facades, giving preference to light shades. Choosing a white cabinet will be impractical, but beige, peach, light gray and similar shades will help visually make the room more spacious. A narrow, tall cabinet will visually raise the ceiling, and a mirrored door will expand the boundaries of the room;
• a closet with open shelves visually increases the space, but the slightest clutter on the shelves will lead to cluttering of the entire interior.

Dimensions, type of door opening, choice of filling system depend on the dimensions of the room. If you cannot choose a suitable option, then you can always make a cabinet in the hallway with your own hands.

Filling corner cabinets

Like any sliding wardrobe, the corner wardrobe has a certain set of shelves, drawers, baskets and sections for hangers. The peculiarity of the corner cabinet is its shape: there are a number of inconvenient places that, nevertheless, must be used. In some models there are more such inconvenient places (diagonal), in others there are fewer (L-shaped). Proper filling of these inconvenient places is the main task when developing the internal filling of a corner cabinet.

It is necessary to plan the filling in stages

How to fill corners

The difficulty is the use of narrow triangles in diagonal and trapezoidal models. Shelves are usually located here. This is the best option, because there are always small things that can be stored on these shelves.

Shelves are made on the sides of the diagonal corner cabinet

No matter how much you look for options for filling such structures, standard layouts almost always have shelves installed there. There are creative options. For example, a compartment for some long and narrow things - such as umbrellas, skis and ski poles. Or - add hooks or jumpers for storing ties, belts and other similar small items. There are simply no other opportunities to use this type of space.

There is another difficult area that also needs to be carefully considered - the right angle formed by the adjacent walls. Most often there is a compartment for clothes on hangers (hangers, hangers). The most problematic design in this regard is in the form of the letter G. If there is no partition between the two parts, everything is solved simply - a pole is placed in the middle, and crossbars are attached to it.

Internal filling of a corner wardrobe without a partition

If there is a partition, you will have to come to terms with the fact that some part of the space will be inconvenient to use. Typically, out-of-season or rarely worn clothing is sent to this area.

If there is a partition, part of the department will be difficult to access

By filling in the tricky spots, the remaining space can be planned more easily. You just need to decide on the number of different types of things that you plan to place in the closet.

Other content

Inside a wardrobe there are usually three types of filling: shelves, hanger bars and drawers/baskets. Since we have already partially placed the shelves and crossbars, we need to think about whether you need drawers/baskets, and if so, how many and how large they should be. If the furniture is planned for the bedroom, linens are usually stored in drawers, ties, socks, etc. can be stored. In this case, there can be three or more boxes.

If we are talking about a hallway or corridor, then you can only store gloves and some household items in the boxes. One or two boxes are enough here, but you can do without them at all.

An example of filling a five-wall wardrobe

The drawers are not located at the very bottom - so you have to bend or squat to use them. They are placed at hip or waist level. Below and above there are shelves or another compartment for hangers. It all depends on the number of different types of clothes you have.

In corner wardrobes for hallways, the lower part is reserved for storing shoes. In the simplest version, these are shelves with a height of 30 cm for shoes and sandals, and a little more for boots and shoes.

Visual variety

Option for a mirrored wardrobe.

The sliding wardrobe is designed in a variety of design options:

Semicircular corner hallway.

• Mirrored. An elegant way to decorate your hallway. It is also a visual expansion of space. Cabinet options are available in full and partial mirror design. That is, either the cabinet doors are completely covered with a mirror, or have separately built-in mirror elements.
• Stained glass. An original glass sheet interspersed with colored pieces on top is used. Sometimes the whole picture is formed in this way.
• Photo. Thanks to photo printing, it became possible to overlay an image on a mirror surface. This technique is especially applicable in the practice of radius cabinets. With it, photo printing gives the room a feeling of incredible comfort and tranquility.
• Sandblasting drawing. Can be compared with the above mentioned method. Here you can also draw various drawings. The method differs in that the glass retains its reflection effect with the exception of matte surfaces.
• Use of natural materials. Professional designers recommend using leather, bamboo, rattan, etc. to finish the front mirror sides of a sliding wardrobe. This is something more original and perfectly increases the level of comfort in the room.

Printing patterns on a mirror.

Advantages and disadvantages

Corner structures are often used in hallways, and this is no coincidence. The advantages of such cabinets are difficult to overestimate:

• Increasing the functionality of the room. These types of cabinets make use of corner space that is usually left untapped. This allows you to seriously save useful space. This plus is especially relevant for small corridors.
• Compactness. The hallway is a place that greets and sees off owners and guests every day. Therefore, this area should be cozy, comfortable and as spacious as possible. Corner cabinets take up little space, they do not interfere with freedom of movement, and they look neat. At the same time, they accommodate a large number of things, not inferior to traditional options.
• Style. Modern manufacturers offer corner cabinets to suit every taste. These are both elegant classics and modern original models. A variety of colors, textures, finishes and designs allows you to choose an option that can decorate any hallway. The unusual shape does not at all spoil the appearance of the products, but, on the contrary, becomes a highlight that emphasizes the impeccable taste of the owners.

There are few disadvantages to such furniture. The main thing is not always correct and functional internal content. The contents of such cabinets often consist of classic elements. Shelves of non-standard shapes are rarely used.

Tips for arranging a hallway

In a narrow room, it is better to place furniture whose depth varies from 35-40 cm. Thanks to the corner hallways, there will be enough space for movement in the corridor.

Light furniture visually expands the area. However, in large families with small children it is recommended to accommodate wenge-colored corner hallways.

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Structure, types, sizes

The corner wardrobe can be built-in or cabinet. In built-in ones, room structures are used as walls, floors and ceilings. A façade with sliding doors is attached to them. That is, this design turns out to be stationary - the guides are attached to the walls, floor and ceiling. The advantage of this type of corner cabinets is its cost-effectiveness, the disadvantage is the impossibility of portability. Another important point: the walls, floor and ceiling must be level, otherwise the structure will be skewed, which will negatively affect the operation of the sliding doors.

The cabinet corner wardrobe has its own walls, floor and ceiling

Cabinet corner wardrobes are full-fledged furniture with walls, floor and ceiling. They differ from a regular wardrobe in the presence of sliding doors and in the fact that in height they usually occupy the entire space up to the ceiling. They are delivered from the factory or workshop disassembled and assembled locally, as they have such dimensions that they simply will not fit through the doors.

Types by structure

The shape of corner wardrobes can be of several types:

• L-shaped. The closet occupies two adjacent walls and the corner between them.
• Diagonal. In cross section they have the shape of a triangle. Convenient in small spaces, allowing you to use the space between two doors or windows on adjacent walls.
• Trapezoidal. They have a slightly larger area than diagonal ones.
• Five-walled. The most massive option.

To make the difference in structure more clear, it is better to look at all models in a graphical representation (pictured below).

Types of corner wardrobes

If we talk about ease of use, then the best option is L-shaped. Normally, you can assemble the contents in a five-wall and trapezoidal wardrobe. The most inconvenient, of course, is the triangular one. It will have triangular shelves on both sides, which are not very spacious. At the same time, the middle will be empty, since the filling of the cabinet is located along the walls. The same can be said about the five-walled room, with the only difference being that there are no triangular shelves here.

What material

Any of the designs can be made with elements of radial technology - with rounded corners. Such sliding wardrobes are made from MDF, the manufacturing technology of which allows the production of rounded shapes. MDF is also laminated and there are no fewer color options.

Corner L-shaped wardrobe with radial elements

As you can see in the photo, near the entrance and in the middle part the corners are not sharp, but rounded. Firstly, it looks beautiful, and secondly, it is safer - there are no sharp edges on which you can seriously hurt yourself.

Dimensions

The easiest way is usually to decide on the height - right up to the ceiling or a couple of centimeters lower. All other parameters depend on the room in which you plan to install a corner wardrobe and the available space. We can probably say about the minimum sizes:

• If the cabinet is diagonal with a triangular cross-section, then the minimum length of the sides at the right angle is 120 cm. The volume will be very small, although they can also make walls with a length of 100 cm or even less.
• If one of the walls is longer (120 cm and 80 cm, for example), it is worth considering the option of a trapezoidal section. On the side that is longer, a partition is placed, the depth of which is about 40-45 cm, and a straight line is drawn from it to the short side.
• If the walls adjacent to the corner are short, an L-shaped structure can be installed. Moreover, one of them is desirable to be at least 120 cm, and the second can be shorter.
• Five-wall sliding wardrobes can be installed against walls with a length of 80 cm or more. That is, it can be placed even in the smallest corridor. But due to its great depth, it will “eat up” a lot of space, making the room even smaller.

In a small room, the best choice is an L-shaped design. It is the least massive and leaves more space free. To visually assess this, draw all suitable types of cabinets on the floor plan. Then you can calculate the remaining free space.

A few words about the depth of wardrobes. There are two standard options - 45 cm and 60 cm, the minimum depth is 40 cm. With a width of 60 cm or more, a regular crossbar or pantograph is installed under clothes on hangers in the closet (so that the entire height to the ceiling can be used). Smaller models require a special rod that allows you to place hangers parallel to the door, since the hangers have a standard width of 55 cm and simply do not fit.

Types of structures

According to the type of design, a corner wardrobe can be:

• Hull;
• Built-in.

The advantage of a free-standing model is that it can be moved, which means there will be no problems if you move.

Built-in wardrobe in the hallway.

For a built-in design, the shelves are attached to the sides of the cabinet and the wall of the room. Then the doors are hung. The advantage of such a system is its versatility and space saving. The disadvantage is the impossibility of installation in another room.

Built-in shelf design.

The wardrobe can have different shapes. There are the following types of structures:

• L-shaped;
• Trapezoidal;
• Diagonal;
• Radial.

The sliding wardrobe, consisting of two modules adjacent to each other, has the shape of the letter “L” in plan. One of the parts, the wider one, is usually intended for outerwear and has a bar that occupies the corner. The short module is equipped with shelves.

The sliding wardrobe, consisting of two modules adjacent to each other, has the shape of the letter “L” in plan.

The diagonal-shaped cabinet has great depth on one side. This model is suitable for small rooms where a standard width design would take up a critical amount of space. Decorated with a mirror, such a system will increase the space, and the diagonal orientation will give the room dynamics.

A system decorated with a mirror will increase the space

Corner radius cabinet is an unusual design solution. The door guides are arranged in an arc. This design has all the advantages of other models and is the highlight of the interior. The absence of corners looks attractive.

Corner radius cabinet is an unusual design solution.

The shape of radius systems can be:

• Concave;
• Convex;
• Wavy;
• Asymmetrical.

The asymmetrical design consists of parts of different depths.

By combining radius and straight modules, combined storage systems are created.

Convex wardrobe design.

Facade of a built-in corner wardrobe in the hallway: shapes, materials, decor

The facade of the cabinet is its front part, which also includes the decorative design of the doors.

The shape of the facades of built-in corner cabinets can be straight, radius or asymmetrical.

The straight facade has the shape of a rectangle. It fits perfectly into almost any interior design. As a rule, in this case the corner cabinet has the shape of the letter “L”.

The design with a radius facade is made in the form of a semicircle or oval. There are three types of radius facades:

• with an outer radius - that is, convex. This option is ideal for masking external corners;
• with an internal radius - concave design. This is not the most practical product, especially if the radius is large;
• with a variable radius - in the form of a wave. An original solution for spacious hallways. In this case, one part of the product has an internal radius, the other - an external one.

Typically, the following materials are used for the production of facades:

• Chipboard is the most budget option. Its main advantage is the variety of color options. You can even choose chipboard with a very realistic “wood” texture. The disadvantages of this material include poor performance;
• MDF is a more expensive and reliable material. For the manufacture of facades, MDF with a glossy surface is most often used. It also allows you to make curved structures;
• plastic is a lightweight, environmentally friendly and low-maintenance material.

The facade is responsible for the external attractiveness of the entire structure. For their decoration you can use:

• mirrors are the best decor for cramped and narrow corridors. In addition, they also perform a practical function: they can be used to evaluate your appearance when leaving the house;
• glass is one of the most versatile finishing options. It can be used as inserts or overlays over doors. Frosted glass looks impressive - it allows you to expand the space;
• photo printing - applying any images to the cabinet facade using UV printing and laser engraving.

To create a luxurious and rich interior, the facade decoration uses natural wood or leather.

How to choose

When guests enter the hallway, they should immediately understand the style in which your home is decorated. Furniture should fit harmoniously into the decor, continuing the overall concept, and the closet is no exception.

Corner models in a classic style are usually made from solid wood. Variations made from MDF are also allowed, but always with a wood texture. Classics are characterized by elegance and solidity, regular geometric shapes.

The structure of such products usually includes closed compartments with hinged doors and drawers. There is a carriage upholstered stand with open hangers and built-in poufs. Moldings, curly handles, and occasionally carved ornaments and gilding can be used as decorations. The color scheme is predominantly dark (dark and light brown, sometimes beige).

The Provence style is also characterized by wooden furniture with hinged doors. Light shades (white, gray, beige) and metal fittings of simple shapes predominate here. There is practically no decor. The design of the products can be assessed as simplicity with a slight touch of French romance.

Art Nouveau style implies asymmetry and originality. Combinations of round and geometrically straight shapes, combinations of different colors, and uneven block heights are acceptable here. Doors can be either hinged or sliding. Silk-screen printing, photo printing and other methods of furniture decoration are actively used.

Minimalism is characterized by laconicism and restraint. Chromed metal fittings of a strict design, the absence of drawings and other decor - these are the distinctive features of such models. Only a combination of contrasting shades (usually black and white) and mirror elements are allowed. Glossy surfaces are often used. Curved fronts of radius cabinets can fit into both modern styles. It all depends on the choice of design nuances.

For small corridors it is better to choose light furniture. This way you can visually expand the space. The same choice should be made if the walls and floor of the hallway are decorated in dark colors. A cabinet of any color would look appropriate in a spacious and bright room. Although against the background of light walls, dark options stand out especially impressively.

When thinking about the size of your future closet, focus on two main points. Assess the space that you can allocate for furniture and think about what things and how many you are going to store in it.

Its internal content also depends on what will be placed in the closet. Think about whether you need shelves for light clothing or whether it is better to allocate more space for a hanger bar, whether you will need drawers, whether you need open shelves, etc.

Colors

When choosing a cabinet, you need to take into account its appearance so that it completely matches the wallpaper, the design of the walls, ceiling and floor in color. If you lose sight of this point, you can seriously make a mistake, and even the most functional furniture will constantly “hurt your eyes.” In a bright hallway it is better to place an equally light cabinet, since dark shades will create disharmony. Good models from the Ikea brand are produced mainly in light pastel colors.

White corner cabinet Pax from Ikea

The dimensions of the room also play a role. If the hallway is very small, then the closet should not be dark, otherwise it will reduce the already miniature space. If the corridor is decorated in a classic style, then a cabinet with a wood-look facade will fit in. At the same time, wooden frames and other elements made of such material in a single color are hung on the walls.

All shades of wood are often used, in particular the color wenge. Light, uniform colors and animal prints are also appreciated—zebra stripes are in demand.

Corner wardrobe in wenge color with lighting and decorative inserts on the facades in the hallway

What to avoid:

• Do not buy models with several bright colors on the facade. Such a cabinet will make the hallway colorful and overly saturated with shades. This is not the only item in the room, so you need to approach colors selectively and with taste.
• Avoid flashy, overly bright colors. Even if you really liked such a wardrobe in the photo, in reality it will attract a lot of attention, which will not be beneficial to the interior of the dressing room.
• The combination of old-fashioned copper-colored handles, curls next to new materials, like translucent blue, green or pink plastic, metal is not very successful.

Dark red color looks interesting in the hallway

Fashionable shades for the closet: lilac, rose quartz, blue, mustard, silver, beige, dark red, peach, blue. White and black shades in combination are still in fashion and are ready to complement any style, bringing something fresh and at the same time strict.

Advantages and disadvantages

The design of the corner cabinet allows you to use space in the hallway that is difficult to fill with ordinary furniture without it cluttering up the space. There are both advantages and disadvantages of choosing a corner cabinet in the hallway over a regular one.

Advantages	Flaws
Suitable for hallways of any size and shape. Particularly useful is placing a corner cabinet in a small, narrow corridor, in which a regular cabinet either will not fit or will be very small and of little functionality.	Can only be equipped with standard filling elements. You can equip a small wardrobe with curved shelves or drawers, but if the corner module is large, it will not be convenient to use them.
It is not inferior in capacity to a regular cabinet, and depending on the specific type, it even surpasses it.	The radius type of wardrobe is not suitable for a small hallway.
Saves space	Higher cost compared to conventional, linear wardrobes.
Able to correct poor planning	A corner hallway with a wardrobe can be made with your own hands, but it will not be easy.
The convenience of using a corner hallway, which consists of free access to the contents of the wardrobe from both sides.
Suitable for use in any interior.
Multifunctionality: a corner closet for a small hallway can store not only clothes, but also shoes and some household items. In comparison, an ordinary wardrobe does not contain a shoe rack. In addition, a corner cabinet often also performs a decorative function thanks to the shelves located on the outside of the cabinet.
A mirrored wardrobe visually increases the space more than a regular compartment with a mirror on the door. This is explained by the fact that a linear wardrobe “pushes” the walls, while a corner wardrobe expands the space diagonally.

The most important advantage that a corner cabinet for a hallway has, photos of the varieties of which are presented below, is that it can replace all the furniture needed to be placed in the hall. In addition, it has an attractive appearance: a wardrobe placed in the corner of the room will never look bulky.

Shape and dimensions

The dimensions of the storage system for the hall should be such that it can easily accommodate not only the clothes of all household members, but also visiting guests. The dimensions of the cabinet should be selected taking into account certain facts:

• Is it planned to store items from all seasons inside the wardrobe, or is there a separate storage system in another place for non-seasonal items?
• For a small and narrow corridor, a cabinet of appropriate dimensions is selected. But even for a spacious hallway, you should choose proportionate furniture so that it fits organically into the space;
• If there is a child in the family, you need to plan the location of the hangers at such a height that he can reach them. Typically, the distance from the floor to additional hangers is 110 cm.

The minimum wardrobe height is 140 cm to accommodate winter clothes. Maximum height is limited by personal tastes and preferences.

If the corridor is small, it is recommended to place narrow corner hallways up to the ceiling - this way the space visually increases, the ceiling “rises” up. The recommended minimum wardrobe depth is 35 cm, and the width of the wardrobe depends on the size of the hallway and the volume of occupancy.

Corner cabinets in the hallway can have different shapes:

• triangular storage system - with this design, the wardrobe occupies the entire corner of the hallway, the doors are located diagonally. Built-in structures are often made this way. The triangular design can be installed in both spacious and small hallways. If the storage system is large enough, you can go inside. In appearance, such a cabinet looks bulky, but it has the largest space for filling of all other types. In addition, the cost of a triangular structure is the lowest, since the most financially expensive part here is the doors;
• square shape - the two side parts of the structure form a right angle with two adjacent walls. This is a spacious, inexpensive storage system, which is most often installed in large hallways because it takes up a lot of space. Below are ideas for designing such structures;
• trapezoidal - when placing this design, the two side parts are located at an angle, suitable for installation in long narrow hallways;
• g-shaped - the design consists of three modules, one of which is a corner cabinet, and the other two resemble conventional linear storage systems. This is an ergonomic cabinet that visually takes up less space than other types. Often the L-shaped design contains combined storage systems: a closed cabinet, open shelves, drawers, a bench, a hanger. Photo design ideas for such systems are shown below;
• radius cabinets - characterized by the presence of a semicircular facade - convex or concave. The first form is usually found in large halls, and the second type is the best option for saving space. These are original designs with a stylish appearance.

Modern hallway corner furniture

An entrance hall with corner furniture has received wide demand. This is due to the peculiarity of combining many functions, ease of assembly, which can be done with your own hands, and a variety of design types. The high functionality of the corner hallway cannot be underestimated; in addition to the closet, there are always various shelves on which you can conveniently arrange various items. The corner furniture includes all the necessary items: hangers, mirrors, hat shelves, umbrella holders, seating and a shoe rack.

Corner furniture is installed in the corner of the room and can have several options:

• In the form of a corner cabinet with additional elements on one or both sides;
• The cabinet is connected on the same level with various bookcases and shelves arranged at right angles with each other.

Choosing a corner hallway implies its further assembly. If the furniture is expensive, then it is better to entrust this process to professionals. If you wish, of course, you can complete the assembly yourself, using drawings and instructions that contain a description of all stages.

Sliding facades

If you've settled on sliding doors, consider the types of sliding systems.

Hanging

The simplest design. It became popular due to the low price of the mechanism. The elements are mounted to the ceiling or attached to the top of the cabinet. The fasteners are made from the inside, using special rollers. Guide corners are installed below. In this case, there must be a perfectly accurate placement on the floor. Doors of this type can cause a lot of trouble. They are mainly made from particle boards, which can sag in different directions over time.

With overlay profile

In contrast to hanging doors, overlay doors were created that do not sag and do not create inconvenience. The design is more successful and stable, but at the same time it weighs a lot. Along the edges there is a profile that strengthens the door structure. The main rollers with bearings are placed at the bottom. Additionally, upper wheels are installed that support the canvas. The disadvantage of such doors is that if a foreign object gets into the rail, the door leaf may warp or jump out.

Support sliding system for cabinet doors

Framework

The most durable and less prone to sagging. In addition to horizontal reinforcement, there is also a vertical profile. The rollers contain mini-tendrils that prevent the system from falling out of the track, deforming or breaking. Steel and aluminum are used in the manufacture of the profile. Therefore, the panels become more rigid, but do not become heavier. The profile has the following qualities:

• Wide choice of materials: you can use not only standard chipboard, but also wood, glass structures, and mirrors.
• Large selection of colors, including different textures: plastic, metal and wood.
• Versatility. Such doors are installed not only in the closet, but also in the bathroom, and in any room to cover the opening.

Coplanar

Such doors look solid, creating an ideal monolithic facade. The canvases are installed so that they are on the same level and do not overlap adjacent elements. There are no frames here, and the structure can be assembled with your own hands from several canvases, the dimensions of which reach 2 meters in width. They are quite large in weight - up to 70 kg. They are considered high-end and fashionable in the market. Coplanar systems are expensive and require specific cabinet dimensions. For example, for the PS40 from Cinetto, its width should be no more than 3600 mm.

All valves in coplanar systems are located in the same plane

Advantages and disadvantages

The choice of a specific model of a corner wardrobe for a hallway is determined by various factors, each of which affects the ergonomics and aesthetics of the room. This piece of furniture has enough advantages:

• spaciousness - the design features of the corner cabinet provide a large internal space with modest external dimensions. This is achieved due to the ability to fully use the niche adjacent to the corner, occupying it with rods for hanging clothes and free space below, where you can hide sports equipment, shoes, and large household appliances (for example, a vacuum cleaner) that are not used before the onset of the season;
• compactness - saving space in the hallway is the main task that a corner wardrobe helps solve. There is no need to calculate the swing of a swing door, which, when open, can interfere with free passage. Placement in the corner of the room complies with the principles of ergonomics: the hallway is not cluttered with randomly placed and hung shoes and outerwear, everything you need can be conveniently folded and taken from the closet;
• versatility - installing a corner wardrobe eliminates the need for home owners to add shelves for shoes, clothes hangers, and a mirror to the hallway. All this can replace a piece of furniture with mirrored doors, open side and closed internal shelves, rods for hanging jackets, coats, fur coats;
• aesthetics - most popular furniture manufacturers offer a wide range of models designed for the hallway. Just look at the numerous photos, the design of corner wardrobes is simply limitless. They can be made of different materials, in different colors, with a variety of decorative elements, which will allow you to choose the option for the hallway that will best suit the planned interior in terms of style and financial capabilities of the apartment owners.

Along with the advantages, this piece of furniture has some disadvantages:

• the impossibility of rearranging the furniture - corner furniture, and especially the built-in wardrobe will not be able to be placed in the hallway in any other way over time. To update the interior of the room, you will either need to replace the cabinet with a different model, or even abandon this piece of furniture to use other design solutions;
• constant care of components - if you do not keep the rail for moving the doors clean and in good condition, quite soon it will be problematic to use the cabinet. The accumulation of dust and dirt in the corners and untimely lubrication of mechanisms will prevent the doors from moving smoothly and closing completely.

By door type

Doors for cabinets are made from particle boards, as well as wood, glass and mirrors. For small hallways, designers come up with ideas for installing furniture with full-length mirrors. Leather, bamboo and rattan are also used as façade coverings. The decor can be stained glass painting, drawn images, photo printing. Frosted painted glass and translucent plastic enhance the richness of the hallway colors.

The door mechanism is:

• Swing. The most common system in which the canvas opens forward. The door is hinged and attached to the frame. The advantages of this mechanism: low price, as well as ease of use of shelves in the open position of the door. But at the same time, the hallway must be rather large so that there is free space for opening.
• Sliding. Such doors are created according to the principle of compartment doors. They do not open outwards and do not require much space. The mechanism works so that the canvas moves sideways. The cost is much higher than that of a swing door. The closet can be narrow or wide: there will still be a significant saving of space in the hallway. The rail system is located both at the bottom and at the top. In a cheap model, the mechanism may fail over time.

Expert opinion

Bashir Rabadanov

Technologist at the furniture company Woodband

In wardrobes, a significant proportion of the internal space is occupied by doors. Take this into account when planning. Typically, the useful depth of the cabinet is reduced by 9–10 centimeters.

Advantages of the sliding mechanism:

• Silent door operation.
• Use of fabric from any material.
• Profile - made of steel or aluminum.
• Durable rollers made of metal or Teflon-coated plastic.
• High reliability.

Sliding wardrobe in the hallway with a pattern on the mirrors.
At the same time, the mechanism also has its drawbacks. It requires periodic maintenance - cleaning the rails from dust, foreign objects, and dirt so that the roller can move freely along the guide. Otherwise, the canvas will not work correctly.

Filling

The storage system is planned based on what exactly needs to be placed and in what quantity. Outerwear, hats, and outdoor shoes are stored in the hallway. The design is equipped with a system of open shelves, cabinets, clothes rails and drawers of varying depths.

Option for a corner cabinet in the hallway.

For rarely used or seasonal items, for example, a snowboard or sled, you can allocate a separate section in a corner that is difficult to access and hidden from guests. The upper shelves are allocated for suitcases. For small things that should be at hand, it is necessary to provide a separate drawer or shelf.

Compartments for outerwear

It is convenient to store clothes on hangers hung on a bar. If the height of the cabinet is large, you can use telescopic lifting mechanisms.

It is convenient to store clothes on hangers hung on a bar.

Shoe storage

Several shelves should be allocated for shoes. They can be regular or retractable, straight or angled. Modern storage systems allow you to conveniently place shoes in low baskets that allow access to air and allow you to see the contents.

Wardrobe with compartments for shoes.

Shelves and drawers

In addition to the main shelves and drawers for clothes, corner systems can be supplemented with:

• Open shelves with rounded edges for small items and decor;
• A separate system of children's shelves and a hanger at a convenient height;
• Drawers for storing gloves and other accessories;
• Key keeper;
• Shoe shelves - straight or at an angle;
• Place for storing hats;
• Shelves for bags and suitcases.

Useful additions

Some corner hallways may have useful additions:

• small boxes for gloves, some other small things and objects so that they do not get lost;
• hooks and hangers for children's clothing, located at a height convenient for the child;
• supply of key holders - small hooks or cabinets for storing keys, located in a visible place;
• one or more shoe racks;
• a separate shelf for storing hats and a separate box for storing accessories;
• side open shelves for storing decorative items. In addition, they will help you quickly find the right thing.

Sometimes the storage system is equipped with a separate shelf for a bag, as well as a bench with a reclining seat, under which there is a drawer. A useful addition to a corner cabinet will be small lamps built into the shelves: they will help when searching for small items, and will also create excellent decorative lighting for the hallway.

How to choose the right one

First of all, size is important: the smaller the room, the more compact and taller the piece of furniture will be, because it is planned to place a considerable number of things in it. In this case, you should take into account the depth of the product - it should be no less than standard so that there are no problems with storing clothes on a hanger.

You should decide in advance on the desired content of the internal space and external elements, so as not to waste extra time in the store choosing the appropriate model, which has everything: a clothes rail, a certain number of shelves with the required height, mirrored doors, and other elements.

The corner closet should be as functional and convenient as possible - it will be actively used not only by family members, but also by guests. Therefore, it is worth checking the strength of the guide mechanisms, drawer closers, fittings, and the quality of the base material and sliding doors.

An important factor when choosing a specific model of a sliding wardrobe with a corner design is the external finish. The smaller the hallway, the lighter the surface shade should be - this ensures a visual enlargement of the small space.

It’s good if the model fits harmoniously into the overall interior of the hallway - in terms of colors, texture of finishing materials of the walls, ceiling, floor, doors to adjacent rooms. A dark cabinet will look too bulky against the backdrop of light wallpaper, and the bright colors of the doors will become an awkward spot that does not at all decorate the strict wood finish.

A corner wardrobe is the best option for furnishing a small room. Functionality, attractive appearance, ease of use, durability - all these characteristics help to competently organize the useful space of the hallway.

How to place it correctly in a small hallway?

For a small room, a sliding wardrobe is much better suited than a regular one with hinged doors opening outwards.

It is better to place a wardrobe in a small area.

It would also be wise to purchase furniture with accordion doors. This will lead to more efficient use of space.

Accordion doors also fit economically into space.

The choice of which corner to place the cabinet in depends on the wishes of the owners.

The choice of location for the closet depends on your preferences.

But there are a few rules here:

1. The cabinet should not interfere with the opening and closing of the entrance and interior doors.
2. It should not interfere with free passage. This will cause numerous inconveniences, and during emergencies it can cost lives.

The closet should not interfere with opening doors and walking from room to room.

Location rules

It is necessary not only to choose the right interior items, but also to arrange the furniture correctly so that it is pleasant and comfortable to use, and also does not create discomfort while moving around the room.

To do this, the following basic rules and recommendations are taken into account:

• furniture must be arranged in accordance with the specific shape of the room, therefore it is not allowed to use the same method for arranging different objects for each room;
• a full-length mirror is definitely used in the room;
• in small rooms, a cabinet with sliding walls is used, or a corner cabinet installed in a certain corner of the room is considered an excellent solution;
• Under the closet there is usually a narrow shoe rack, and with this arrangement it does not take up free space in the room.

Thus, hallway furniture is presented in a huge number of types. It differs in sizes, shapes, designs and materials of production. The comfort of using the room for its intended purpose depends on its correct location. It is advisable to initially purchase furniture made in a certain style in order to get an attractive and complete room. It is allowed to buy both sets and individual elements, but they must fit well with each other and a design project will help with this.

Types of models

Modern hallway cabinets come in a variety of models on the market.

The equipment can be supplemented with both open shelves and closed ones

Corner

They are great for small spaces as they fill a corner while leaving the rest of the space free.

In terms of capacity, the closet is equipped with open and closed shelves, mezzanines, hangers, and baskets.

It can be case-mounted or built-in. The second option, in some cases, requires redevelopment of the premises to organize a niche. Doors can be hinged or sliding.

Standard wardrobe option in the hallway

Direct

This is an installation option close to one of the walls of the corridor. In a large hallway, it can easily replace a dressing room.

Modular

Includes several items. They can be combined into one composition or installed separately. Typically, such a set consists of a bedside table, a narrow wardrobe, a mirror and a hanger.

Interesting and convenient design solution

Radial

Such models are mainly made to order. Their difference is the curved front part. The side walls can also be made in a similar configuration.

It looks very extraordinary, attracting attention, emphasizing the refined taste of the owners

Minimalism is perfect as always

Variety of angles

Laconic hallway design.

With the standard layout of apartments in multi-storey buildings, the corner closest to the door is always internal. True, there are also exclusionary situations in a private house or luxury apartment.

Small closet in the hallway.

But if we are talking about “Khrushchev” buildings, a closed cabinet or an open shelving would be very practical. But a wardrobe definitely won’t fit here, although you can come up with something. Of course, this will be an individual order. However, if you don’t want to bother with installation, just install open shelves (stands with hangers are included in the package).

Compact corner cabinet.