Create a Stylish and Functional Mudroom

Winter boots, bulky coats, scarves, and gloves, all have a way of piling up in entryways in the winter. If you’re looking to create an efficient space that will keep your home organized with dirty shoes out of the way and a place to dry winter clothes, a mudroom is the perfect solution.

67 Trent Jones Way is represented by Kate Somrak of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty

A mudroom is a good place to look when trying to add value to your home by creating a solution to an everyday problem. You don’t need a large space to add a mudroom. If there’s space under a staircase, a built-in bench and playful wall hooks will work great. Maximize a corner or add board and batten to an entryway, back hallway, or laundry room.

Built-in Cabinets

Shoe racks, hooks for coats, and a catch-all for storage will keep your home decluttered and clean while providing an organized space. Built-in cubbies are perfect for boots and drawers are especially useful in keeping like items together such as scarves, gloves, and hats.

4 Sunrise Drive is represented by Tim Thein of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty

Cheery Paint

Choose a cheerful color for your mudroom to counter the grey winter days. Blues, greens, and peachy colors are perfect. Or if you choose to keep your paint more neutral, add colorful throw pillows and artwork to create an inviting space.

Seating

A bench or chair is a must, offering a place to sit and remove shoes before storing them in their place. Baskets also work well for holding shoes and loose items, and they slip easily under a bench for access while sitting down. And a bench that doubles as hidden storage offers a clean and modern look.

2545 S. Jackson Street is represented by Desiree Vallejo of LIV Sotheby’s International Realty

Tile

A tile floor provides a surface for easy clean up, and by choosing a modern, geographic, or Moroccan print is a great way to infuse color and design into a functional space. A washable rug will add color and texture to the space.

Adding hooks for bags and coats helps keep the space clean and free of clutter and a mirror is the perfect accessory allowing for a quick glance while running out the door.