You may be looking for closet door ideas to tuck away clutter and make a room appear more minimal, but don’t underestimate their ability to add to your overall design plan too. “Closet doors are an opportunity to make a generic eyesore into something that enhances the feeling and look of the space,” says interior designer Shannon Eddings of Shannon Eddings Interiors. From French doors to sliding doors, there are many options to choose from depending on how much space you have in a room. Finishing touches such as bold paint colors, textured door panels, and eye-catching door hardware can intentionally add value to the overall space. To help you get started on your next closet door makeover, we asked interior designers to share their best tips and design ideas.
What can I use instead of folding closet doors?
“There are plenty of ways to design a functional closet door without using folding closet doors,” says Jennifer Ami Kole of Jenami Designs. Murphy doors, sliding doors, and pocket doors are all good options if you’re looking to save space. As the following closet door ideas show, consider the room’s big picture and use the doors intentionally to add value and texture to the overall space.
Before adding bells and whistles, remember that closet doors function to conceal storage and should usually be opaque, says interior designer Susan Yeley, creative director and owner at Susan Yeley Homes. “They have the power to make maximalists look like minimalists,” she explains.
What’s in style for closet doors?
There are endless types of closet doors and design ideas, says interior designer Eleanor Tate Trepte of Dekay and Tate Interiors in Palm Beach. But lately, she’s been seeing a lot of French, bypass, and wallpapered doors, along with custom closets when space allows.
“We are seeing a lot of contrasting and unique doors that separate the room with charm and interest,” adds Shelby Van Daley of Daley Home. After all, walking into a closet space is how you start and end your day, Trepte says—you might as well go with a design that makes you feel great and lifts your mood.
How should I decide on closet doors?
Closet doors shouldn’t be an afterthought, whether in a living room, bedroom, or mudroom. “Such fundamental elements of a room like the closet door should be decided fairly early on in the design process to ensure that you can marry function and style efficiently and effectively,” says Kole.
Start by making sure the doors work within the limits of the space. “A good closet door experience should be smooth, almost effortless when opening,” Kole adds. Then, you can add flair through more unique design details.
Now, onto the closet door ideas.