Sometimes seen as a luxury, sometimes seen as the home feature to have for self-styled fashionistas coping with their retail therapy addiction, most would agree that walk-in wardrobes are something that would be tricky to fit into an HDB flat. This list shows off 7 best HDB walk-in wardrobes we’ve seen so far to spark inspiration for your own renovation plans.
Contents
- Walk-in wardrobe pros & cons
- 2. Whimsical, yet modern with an acrylic archway
- 3. Classy and timeless walk-in wardrobe & study
- 4. Rustic eclectic walk-in wardrobe
- 5. Scandinavian walk-in wardrobe with lots of mirrors
- 6. Boutique hotel jungalow
- 7. Display-oriented walk-in wardrobe
- How to protect your clothes from dust and mould in a walk-in wardrobe?
- Best HDB walk-in wardrobes
Walk-in wardrobe pros & cons
Before you tell your interior designer that a walk-in wardrobe is a non-negotiable feature in your new home, here are some factors you’ll need to consider:
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Extra storage space – A dedicated area to stow everything from your clothes and bags to accessories and even footwear. | Requires the sacrifice of a lot of space – Walk-in wardrobes usually take up minimally 1/3 of the master bedroom or a whole other bedroom. |
| 2-in-1 vanity area – Most walk-in wardrobes are able to accommodate a vanity setup so you don’t have to carve space out from your bedroom for this purpose. | Expensive – With all the carpentry work required, you can expect to pay several thousand for a walk-in wardrobe. |
| Luxurious atmosphere – Walk-in wardrobes immediately give you a sense of grandeur and make you feel like you’re in a high-end hotel suite. | Possibility of mould due to lack of ventilation – Not all walk-in wardrobes get ample amounts of sunlight or proper ventilation, and this might lead to mould growth on your bags and clothes over time. |
| Better natural flow from bathroom to bedroom – Comfort of having a dedicated area to get dressed in the morning, and a roomier bath and bedroom experience overall. | High cost to remove or repurpose room – Once your walk-in wardrobe has been assembles, consider it pretty much permanent. Any change to the room will require a fair amount of hacking. |
1. Luxe open-concept walk-in wardrobe
Image credit: SGinterior
Defined by sleek lines and simple, minimalist visuals, this walk-in wardrobe by SG Interior has the vibe of an upscale perfume boutique display but within the confines of an HDB. The cool earth tones of this room are given a luxurious touch through accents such as soft glow of the recessed strip lighting, as well as the black marble countertop on the island.
Image credit: SGinterior
This area is open concept as well, meaning that the bed is right opposite the bed. This, combined with the wardrobe doors’ tinted window panes, adds to that luxe appearance, resembling the look and feel of a hotel suite.
2. Whimsical, yet modern with an acrylic archway
Image credit: Author Interior
In a home defined by arches and iridescent shades, this walk-in wardrobe by Authors Interior bears a whimsical modern contemporary appeal. The built-in furniture has sleek lines and is done up in a consistent shade of blue for uniformity.
Image credit: Author Interior
This means that almost all the homeowner’s items are kept away from view for a minimalist look, whilst also drawing more attention to the handful of choice decor pieces on display. They’ve also managed to transform this corner of their home by having the entire walk-in wardrobe framed by an iridescent acrylic arch.
It definitely adds to the visual appeal, making it as though you are looking at a portal to another dimension.
3. Classy and timeless walk-in wardrobe & study
Image credit: Weiken
Practical, sensible, but without compromising style, this walk-in wardrobe in a 5-room HDB by Weiken is one that has a sense of quiet dignity. With a palette of greys and wood shades, there is a clean, almost professional corporate office setting to the place. The simple, straightforward design of the walk-in wardrobe, alongside subtle details like fluting and black tinted glass, certainly help to add to that atmosphere.
The walk-in wardrobe is also conveniently situated beside the study area, which really streamlines that move from the bedroom to getting dressed for remote work.
4. Rustic eclectic walk-in wardrobe
Image credit: Third Avenue Studio
This home by Third Avenue Studio is a blend of modern contemporary neutral palette designs with colourful vintage centrepiece features, and the walk-in wardrobe is no exception. Done up in a rich tiffany blue, with rattan panes, it provides a valuable visual contrast to the greys and whites of its surroundings.
Image credit: Key Concept
Creamy, spacious and comforting, there is a veritable sense of chill in this Scandinavian home by Key Concept. Its walk-in wardrobe is no different, with the room flanked on one side by the wardrobe space and the other by a full-length mirror.
Image credit: Key Concept
6. Boutique hotel jungalow
Image credit: Sense & Semblance
Somewhat eclectic, with a mix of contemporary luxury looks and jungalow vibes, this walk-in wardrobe by Sense & Semblance is a great reference point for those who want a unique take on a luxe home design.
Image credit: Sense & Semblance
Here, the black and white modern design is brought to life by the greens and golds found both in warm lighting as well as the chinoiserie wallpaper. These accents really bring the fun into this walk-in wardrobe-bathroom combo.
7. Display-oriented walk-in wardrobe
Image credit: Design 4 Space
With plenty of strip lights providing the dark mint green wardrobes a faint almost luminescent glow, this walk-in wardrobe by Design 4 Space oozes class. Feeling like a mix between a fashion display and a tailor’s parlour for the likes of 007, there is very much a veritable sense of subtle understated style at play here.
Image credit: Design 4 Space
How to protect your clothes from dust and mould in a walk-in wardrobe?
All homeowners know that dust is a common fiend we all have to face. Even if you’ve built yourself a walk-in wardrobe with cabinets or glass doors, you’ll still find dust accumulating on the shelves after some time. Here are some tips to minimise the growth of dust bunnies:
- Make a conscious effort to wipe down your shelves and rods every 2-3 weeks with a microfiber cloth
- Keep your prized possessions and winter clothes in breathable fabric garment bags
- Store lint-heavy items such as towels and bedding in vacuum-packed bags or in a lidded container to prevent shedding
As for mould, here are some things to note:
- Be sure to keep the levels of heat in your enclosed wardrobe to a minimum by opting for LED bulbs
- Invest in moisture-absorbing products such as Thirsty Hippo or activated charcoal packs to remove moisture from the inside
- Consider adding a ventilation fan on the sides of your wardrobes to circulate air
Best HDB walk-in wardrobes
From fashion to showcase area, walk-in wardrobes are always a useful addition for homeowners that need a bit more space for all of their clothes. Perhaps for those who’ve yet to consider it, this list of aesthetic walk-in wardrobes would serve to get you thinking about having one yourself.
For more home inspiration:
- This Yishun 4-room resale HDB has lots of curves
- A brutalist Geylang Bahru HDB flat
- This ID firm specialises in dark, grungy, Batcave-style interiors
Cover Image adapted from: SGinterior, Design 4 Space, Sense & Semblance, Author Interior
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