Wardrobe Design: Sizes, Internals and Materials That Work
Get the dimensions right first
- Depth: 600 mm for hanging (550 mm minimum); 350–400 mm for shelving-only units.
- Hanging rod height: 1,050 mm for shirts, 1,600 mm for long garments.
- Shelf spacing: 350–400 mm for folded stacks.
- Full height to the slab — the loft is free storage; wasted headroom is not.
Plan internals around what you own
Count your hanging garments, folded stacks, bags and suitcases before drawing. A typical couple's wardrobe needs 1.8–2.4 m of hanging rod, 8–10 shelves, 3–4 drawers, a pull-out for accessories and a dedicated tall bay for suitcases.
Shutter choices
- Hinged — full access, cheapest, needs clearance in front.
- Sliding — no swing space, but you lose one-third of the front access and some depth to the track.
- Openable with a mirror panel — earns its place in a small bedroom.
Soft-close hinges and quality channels matter more than the shutter finish.
Materials that last here
BWP or BWR-grade plywood carcass, HDHMR for painted shutters, laminate or acrylic finish for durability, and 0.8 mm edge banding. Avoid MDF in humid corners and never place a wardrobe directly against a damp external wall without a 25 mm air gap and a vent.
Details people appreciate later
Internal LED strip on a door sensor, a pull-out trouser rack, a locker drawer, and a laundry pull-out so clothes never pile on a chair.
Design it with us
Our interiors team measures, plans internals to your inventory, and quotes with hardware brands stated.