By nature the entryway to a home is cramped – very cramped. It’s also the number one “drop zone” in a house, especially if you have kids. If you want to maximize the storage in this area of the house then you’ll need to have more than a coat rack. First thing’s first, if you don’t have any sort of coat rack then that should be your top priority. If you don’t have much space then set up hooks along the wall. You can even set up a series of small hooks lower to the ground if you have small children. It’s important to make the most of the vertical space you have. Try installing a low shelf that shoes can rest under, a narrow set of cupboards for everyday items, or some sort of bench. You can also add some basic storage elements to the back of your door! Take a look at all the great ideas in the article below!
Read the full article here: Make It Work: Ideas for Squeezing a Little Extra Storage Out of Your Entryway