Fitted wardrobes in 2 different size alcoves with bed in front
Victorian bedroom that has a fireplace, different sized alcoves. We are placing the kingsized bed in front of the blocked fireplace which needs fitted wardrobes either side. Our problem is the gap behind the headboard. So how do we make it look symmetrical and use the space well? * asded photos and plans. ignre the dressing table ! we are adding an ensuite so quite tight space. please give me your ideas thank you .
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minnie101
2 years agoYou could build out the chimney breast but then you’d lose storage. I would try and keep the doors the same size if possible and paint the wardrobes in the wall colour so they blend in. Use art, cushions, throws etc tomake the bed the focal point
Mel Williams thanked minnie101minnie101
2 years agoThat is tricky
what if you were to panel the chimney breast to match/complement the wardrobes so essentially extend the chimney breast with panelling so the hanging space on the lefthand side of the right alcove wouldn't have a door (if you get what i mean!) See if you have the height to have double rails in one wardrobe to maximise hanging space.
https://www.jvcarpentry.com/built-in-wardrobes-around-chimney/Mel Williams thanked minnie101Mel Williams
2 years agolast modified: 2 years ago
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