From Espresso Machines to Museum-Quality Lighting: 7 Walk-In Closets That You Won’t Want to Leave
As today’s buyers seek out hyper-amenitized homes, they also crave elevated everyday spaces. Plush and spacious hotel-like primary suites and spa-like bathrooms are sanctuaries for homeowners, and as these become more of a design focus, so do walk-in closets and dressing rooms. No longer just a place to store your expensive clothing, epic shoe collection, designer handbags, or jewelry and watches, the walk-in closet is now a full luxury experience. Many designers create high-end closets with aesthetically pleasing displays, lighting, hidden storage, and even amenities like a champagne bar or espresso station so owners can feel inspired to start their days in complete luxury. Closets are becoming less of an afterthought and more of a place you want to spend time in. From bursts of color and large windows to playful prints and museum-quality lighting, these closets across the world will have you ringing up your interior designer for the ultimate closet refresh.
Photo : Anthony Barcelo
A BOUTIQUE-STYLE CLOSET WITH A CHAMPAGNE BAR
Who said closets need to be hidden away? This beautiful colorful closet in a home in Santa Monica, California—listed for $7.4 million—features printed wallpaper, a terraced balcony, beautiful shelving, and displays to show off your most prized handbags. To top it all off, there’s a champagne bar so you can sip on some bubbly as you plan your outfit.
A LIGHT-FILLED CLOSET WITH HIDDEN STORAGE
Built in 1928, this $8.5 million Miami Beach, Florida home exudes whimsy and charm. With a pink facade, pool with water features, native foliage, and large terraces, there are few homes in the area with as much character as this. Luckily, fashionistas will also love the light-filled closet with ample seating area, printed wallpaper, and mirrored hidden storage.
Photo : The Carroll Group
A SHOE LOVER’S PARADISE IN FORT LAUDERDALE
A waterfront home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida with rooftop patio, resort-style outdoor dining, and a pool—plus a walk-in closet for the ultimate shoe lover? It can all be yours for $6.2 million; shoes not included, of course. The closet has shelves for luxury handbags, shoes suitcases, clothes, and more. It looks similar to a storefront than a home closet, which makes it feel like a shopping experience every time you walk in.
Photo : Gibeon Photography
A CLOSET DEDICATED FOR SKIING
There are few things more luxe than a closet dedicated to one hobby. At a home in Moonlight Basin in Big Sky, Montana, there is a closet dedicated exclusively for your skis and winter gear. Designed by Centre Sky Architecture, there are lockers and a wall dryer to both organize and heat boots, gloves, and hats. There’s also a bench for getting ready and easy access in and out for the ultimate mountain convenience.
Photo : Pacific Sotheby’s International Realty
A WALK-IN CLOSET WITH CHANEL LIGHT FIXTURES
This $12 million home in Carlsbad, California wouldn’t look out of place in Miami or San Diego, and it has a contemporary beach house meets tropical vibe. The six-bedroom home also features an epic walk-in closet, complete with Chanel logo light fixtures, a center island, cove ceiling, and wraparound shelving.
Photo : Engel & Völkers McCall
MUSEUM-QUALITY LIGHTING TO ILLUMINATE YOUR HANDBAGS
This custom-made estate, listed for $28.5 million in McCall, Idaho is designed to perfection. The highly amenitized home has a conservatory, theater, game room, two four-car garages, elevator, and heated driveways. The year-round home also has fabulous lake and mountain views. Above all, the primary suite’s closet is like its own wing and larger than most people’s apartments. There’s custom wood shelving, high-end lighting, and display case shelves to hold beautiful handbags.
Photo : Barbara Pitt/VHT Studios
A CARRIE BRADSHAW-APPROVED CLOSET IN NEW YORK
Olympic Tower in New York City has nearly everything: incredible views, a full-wall onyx fireplace, furniture and fine artwork, a full-time concierge, and a 22nd-floor gym. Unit 42DE also has a custom-made closet and dressing room made of solid walnut with smoked glass doors and inlaid LED lighting accents. What makes it extra special is a laundry unit directly in the closet. It doesn’t get much more convenient than that.
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