Maybe your closet is looking a little sad, or maybe you’ve decided that this is the year you finally do something with that awkward empty nook in the corner of your bedroom. Where going the custom route could set you back hundreds of dollars, there exists a smarter solution—and it’s hiding out at IKEA. Have you heard about the Pax system?
Chances are you’ve seen it—you just might not realize it. The modular organization piece is incredibly easy to personalize, making it a favorite among bloggers and decor aficionados. It comes in dozens of silhouettes, ranging from tall and narrow to fully built out with shelves. Everything is finished in white (literally the perfect blank canvas) and thanks to its low price, it fits most budgets.
All you need to get started on your dream wardrobe is a plan; that’s where we come in. Here are five of the most genius ways we’ve seen the Pax system reimagined:
The Nursery Storage
This designer created the brightest backdrop for her daughter’s “workspace”: a floor-to-ceiling Pax frame that’s ideal for housing art supplies and homework. The only thing she added to mix up the Shaker-style front is some simple leather pulls—it’s a small touch, but makes the storage feel way more custom.
The Mirrored Wall
If you’ve got a smaller bedroom, go for some visual trickery. We love this idea of swapping out the doors for mirrors, effectively creating one large reflective surface that adds depth to the room (and makes those outfit checks exponentially easier).
The Statement Piece
There’s nothing pared back about this saturated teal dresser, and that’s fine by us. If you’re in a pinch and want a DIY that’s a little less of a lift, head to Superfront: The Stockholm-based brand has ready-made cabinet fronts for a number of IKEA furniture items, and the Pax options are especially great because they come with a textured pattern.
The Tight Squeeze
For anyone dealing with a tricky room layout—for example, slanted ceilings—look to this DIY for inspiration. This blogger custom cut their Pax (get the how-to here), taking the bespoke look a step further by painting it the same deep gray as the walls for a monochrome look.
The Walk-In Dream
If you’re not afraid to spend a little more time (and have some crafting skills that go beyond beginner status), take inspiration from this bold blue closet. It takes some elbow grease—okay, a lot of elbow grease—but once it’s built, you’ll have bragging rights forever. Bonus points for the contrasting striped wallpaper on the ceiling.
See more IKEA hacks we love:
This New Mom’s IKEA Shelf Hack Is as Simple as They Come
5 Ways to Hack IKEA’s Most Famous Dresser
10 IKEA Kallax Hacks You’ve Probably Never Seen
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