How to Choose a Wardrobe for a Period Property With Alcoves
Period homes across the UK come with character details like alcoves, picture rails and uneven walls that can make wardrobe shopping feel complicated. This guide walks through measuring, choosing between freestanding and built in styles, picking finishes that suit older interiors and making the most of awkward chimney breast spaces. We share practical tips on door types, internal layouts, lighting and how to keep the proportions of the room balanced when adding storage. Whether your bedroom sits in a Victorian terrace or a Georgian townhouse, the right wardrobe should respect the architecture while giving you generous, organised space for clothes. Read on for a calm, considered approach to selecting a wardrobe that feels at home in a period property....