The Transformative Power of Custom Storage
Dating back to medieval times, the concept of having a storage space to keep clothes was adapted to the needs of that specific period, creating the chests. These large wooden trunks had various uses as they stored linen, garments or valuables, being able to satisfy the requirements for some time. Nevertheless, over the years, the needs changed with the increase of the clothing collections, calling for bigger spaces, thus marking the appearance of large cupboards and hanging spaces. It was the 14 th century that marked the shift to standing cupboards, consequently setting the tone for the years to come in regards with the way clothing could be displayed. In fact, the armoire was one of the most innovative inventions, and the 17 th century France welcomed it with great expectations, as it was long due. Throughout the years, the evolution of the armoire and its shift to a wardrobe in the industrialized times (the 19 th century) was what truly gave meani...