How to disguise an open closet in a room.

Open shelves and hanging rails are becoming popular alternatives to walk-in wardrobes, but how can you keep an open closet from taking over the room? Here are 20 open-closet ideas for the bedroom ; browse the examples and choose the solution that suits your space.

Hidden closet ideas – curtains

Open closets are useful for seasonal clothing and can help when storage space is limited. To make the most of the room, use an alcove or niche for hanging rails and shelves, then hide the storage area with curtains or sliding doors. This keeps the bedroom looking elegant while protecting clothes from dust and still leaving everything easy to reach.

Ideas for an open closet and shelving system

Using curtains to cover a closet area can add color and softness to the room. If the closet stays completely open, it needs to be kept tidy so it does not look messy. Sliding doors are another practical option.

Use an alcove or niche as an open closet

Metal sliding doors

Colored sliding doors

Sliding doors in the nursery

Funky and functional