Description
This iconic mid-century utility wardrobe brings exceptional storage flexibility and space-saving design to smaller urban bedrooms or entryways. Popularized in postwar Britain by brands like Austin Suite and Lebus, combination compactums like this beautifully blend multiple furniture pieces into one footprint. The distinctive contrast between the light and dark timber veneers makes it a striking statement piece that effortlessly grounds vintage, bohemian, or eclectic interiors.
• Material: Wood, Veneer, Metal Handles
• Design: Mid-Century Modern / Utility Era Compactum
• Condition: This vintage wardrobe is in fair to average vintage condition. The surfaces show typical wear, minor scuffs along the base edges, and light surface markings expected from a piece of this era. There are some deeper scratches in places (see photos).The drawers slide well, and the doors hang securely. Please examine the photos carefully, as they form part of the product description. If you’d like more photos or videos to get a better idea of condition, please let us know.
Sustainability and Social Impact: Why buy new when you can own a rare, timeless wardrobe that is better for the planet and the community? A new designer wardrobe of similar build quality and solid wood construction typically costs between £500-£850*, but our authentic vintage version offers incredible historical charm and lasting investment value at a fraction of the cost while promoting sustainability.
Every purchase helps reduce waste, conserve resources, and minimize your carbon footprint. Through our traineeship programme this item has provided our beneficiaries with 2 hours of valuable work experience and skills, increasing employability and reducing social isolation. Your purchase will provide a further 4 hours for our trainees.
Environmental Benefits:
• Diverts 38kg from landfill
• Reduces water use and carbon emissions compared to new items.
Delivery & Collection: Delivery typically takes 1-2 weeks, with premium and express delivery options available. Contact us via email at sales@petitmiracles.org.uk or call/WhatsApp 07557672911 to discuss. Local collection is also available from our West London location.
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*Price comparison note: The average price estimates for new, premium designer, mass-produced, fully assembled furniture are based on current market research from major retailers and online stores. Prices may vary depending on specific brands and locations.
ABOUT US Petit Miracles has been based in Shepherd’s Bush in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham since 2009. If you’d like to see our pieces in person, you can find our shop in the W12 Shopping Centre, where we also have our maker-space. Through our programs, we teach disadvantaged and vulnerable adults in the community, including people with disabilities. Every hour spent improves their confidence and helps each individual reach their potential. We nurture creativity in a supportive environment while providing valuable training, guidance, and experience in a work setting from master upholsterers, professional interior designers, and restoration experts. Participants learn important skills in traditional crafts, restoration, DIY basics, painting and decorating, retail business, and entrepreneurship. Beneficiaries can choose how much time to commit – as a volunteer, through work experience, or a traineeship.
Vintage furniture • Sustainable furniture • Salvaged furniture • Reclaimed furniture • Bedroom furniture • Wardrobe • Compactum • Combination Wardrobe • Mid Century • Retro • G-Plan Style • 1960s Storage
