Customised smart home-storage solutions
Walk-in wardrobes are just the beginning when it comes to customising storage for more stylish and easy living; even there options abound.
His-and-hers wardrobes can be created to suit, with hers perhaps having a revolving shoe rack and makeup station, while his could include pull-out tie racks and discreet drawers for socks and cufflinks – a luxurious space justifiable for its practicality.
Making the best use of the room available by filling the corners is one of the main goals of custom storage, as it allows for cleaner lines and easier movement around the house.
Drawers could be built against a sloping wall where it is difficult to reach corners – ideal for a loft conversion – or a custom-made desk and shelving could be used to form a home office in a newly apportioned part of the home.
In the garage, heavy-duty shelving and cupboards can support lifestyles with dedicated space for motorbike helmets and leathers, for example, as well as all the tools.
Elevated cupboards in laundries are great for keeping chemicals safely out of children’s reach.
Floor-to-ceiling shelves can replace standalone entertainment units in the lounge with wrap-around designs made to hold the collections of books, records and ornaments.
A special spot in the lounge may even be found for the dog bed or cat perches.
Children’s rooms are much easier to tidy when everything has its place.
Often the biggest challenge with custom storage is envisioning how an area could be different.
Design firms are experts at this, and many builders have experience acquired through years of renovations. There are also businesses that specialise in custom storage solutions.
Seeking professional advice and support may be very worthwhile both for the design and materials, as some firms have ready access to precision machining tools, quality fixtures that swing and slide as you want, and thick melamine-coated boards.
The effectiveness of custom storage is
Floor-to-ceiling shelves can replace standalone entertainment units in the lounge with wraparound designs made to hold the collections of books, records and ornaments.
also due to the visual impact of a tidier, more streamlined room, so it’s not a project where you want to chance the finish.