Looking to add internal wall in bedroom - looking for advice
Hi all, first time posting here. Hope you can give me some advice.
I have a long narrow bedroom (2.8m x 6.6m) with a wardrobe on the back wall, sort of free standing. I don't think it looks great but it's the only place I can put it. I'd like to add an internal wall that comes into the room about half way to define separate areas for the bed and the wardrobe, so it's almost like a walk in wardrobe. The other benefit of the internal wall is that it will give me some privacy as the window in the bedroom is opposite a block of flats.
My dilemma is that people have told me this isn't a good idea and no one wants to walk into the wardrobe before the bedroom, suggesting it could hurt the resale value.
I wanted to know what you think, do you think it's a good idea? Are there other options?
I've attached floor plans of the current layout and with the wall added. The door into the bedroom is bottom left. The door at the bottom leads into the en-suite. There is a door top left that leads to the balcony and the window is at the top. I've also attached a photo of what it could look like with the wall added.
Thanks
James
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6 years agoI like the idea in theory, but I wonder if both the spaces you create could end up feeling a little cramped? In terms of resale, I think some people would love it, some would plan on removing the wall (which would mean new flooring, redecorating). Could a less permanent solution such as an L shaped wardrobe extending into the room instead of the wall be another option?
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6 years ago@Chopchop Thanks! I was thinking mirror on the divider wall too.
@Emily Nice idea, thanks! Only thing I'm worried about with that is that it might be a little dark as the wardrobes would block a lot of the light from the window.
I mocked it up in two configurations. Having the wardrobes on the right would block a lot of light but create a nice little area between the bedroom and en-suite. Having the wardrobes on the left wouldn't block so much light and feel like a continuation of the hall way. Leaning towards the first option. What do you think?
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6 years agoThere's nothing wrong with the back to back wardrobes.............however, the L-shaped is in my little humble opinion much more professional looking. It creates a stand alone dressing area. With the back to back, you have wardrobe space both in the bedroom area, where you could have placed another item of furntiure ie Chest of drawers etc and the other side.
I think if you can do it, then please do stick to the L-shape and create a proper dressing area and separate bedroom. It will be worth the end result.
I liked the idea of having the wardrobes not going to the ceiling to let the light flow over, that works. However, I don't think you need worry about having ceiling height units, the bright white Led's that you get these days are like daylight.
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6 years agolast modified: 6 years agoI use floorplanner! Here it is with your two wardrobes back to back.
I'd say if a customer came to me to build the L-shaped wardrobe I'd say it was more than do'able for 2k. The last set of wardrobes that I made a frame for from scratch and then decked out with doors was only £1200. Therefore, another £800 to make it l-shaped and stick furniture panels on the back, definitely.
I say, approach some handymen, show them your designs, tell them your budgt is £1500-£1600 and see what they say!
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