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Small closet: 5 tips to transform your extra room

Check out inspiration and ideas for creating a closet with the perfect space for self-care and personal organization

By Yeska Coelho

Submitted at Jan 22, 2025, 1:00 PM

05 min de leitura
Project by Letícia Nanetti

Project by Letícia Nanetti (Edson Ferreira)

For those looking for practicality and functionality, a small closet is the key to achieving both. With a few clever organizational solutions, even the smallest spaces can be transformed into a practical place for easy storage and routine. When it comes to self-care, the closet becomes a strong ally for residents. Even better if you have an extra room to adapt. Here are 5 essential tips for optimizing your closet and ensuring that every space is put to good use:

1. Bet on vertical shelves and niches


Meet the home of actress Clara Moneke, designed by Tom Castro. In the photo, a closet with shelves, a dressing table and a rug.

Actress Clara Moneke's home, signed by Tom Castro. (André Nazareth/CASACOR)

Verticalizing is a great solution when space is tight. Installing shelves or niches up to the ceiling helps free up floor space and also allows you to store items such as bags, shoes and organizer boxes.

2. Use modular and adjustable organizers


Tânia Salles - Master Suite and Closet. Project for CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023. In the photo, closet with dressing table.

Tânia Salles - Master Suite and Closet. Project by CASACOR Minas Gerais 2023. (Daniel Mansur/CASACOR)

Modular organizers are an excellent option for a small closet, as they can be adjusted according to your needs. Adjustable shelves, drawers and baskets allow you to better distribute clothes, accessories and shoes. What's more, they help prevent clutter and ensure that everything is visible and accessible.

3. Invest in a clothes rack


Discover the 750 m² home of soccer player André Balada. Designed by Tom Castro. In the photo, a closet with a mirror and tennis shoes.

Projeto de Tom Castro (Luiza Schreier/CASACOR)

Hangers - especially velvet or metal ones - help save space in your closet, allowing you to hang more clothes without them piling up. Choose models that don't slip and that can be used for different types of clothes, such as shirts, dresses and pants.

4. Organize the most used items


Vivian Reimers unites two apartments to create a project with a view of Sugarloaf Mountain. In the photo, a closet overlooking the sea.

Project by Vivian Reimers (Luiza Schreier/CASACOR)

An effective way to organize your closet is to separate your clothes into categories (such as coats, work clothes, leisure clothes) and then also sort by what is most routine. The pieces that are worn most often should be on the most accessible shelves or hangers, while seasonal pieces can be stored in boxes or higher drawers.

5. Don't forget the mirror!


Viviane Busch Reveev Couple's Room CASACOR Paraná 2021 bedroom home office closet bed decoration

Viviane Busch - Reveev Couple's Bedroom. (Eduardo Macarios/CASACOR)

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