Sliding doors can be the perfect solution and in many cases the most efficient option in an awkward space. We are currently looking at using them in our attic space which has steep sloping ceilings that don’t work well with traditional swinging doors. The good news is they are becoming more commonplace and you can now easily find the hardware online. Bonus: They are not terribly difficult to install.
Read more about it in the link below at paperdaisydesign.com: