• About Polished Habitat
    • About Me
    • Contact Me / Media Requests
    • Partner with Us / Advertise
    • Terms of Service, Privacy, & Disclosure Statements
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • Home Decor
  • Room Makeovers
    • House Tour
    • Space Reveals
  • Cricut
  • Organizing
    • Most Popular Organizing Posts
    • Closet Organization
    • Bathroom Organization
    • Kitchen Organization
    • All Organizing Posts
  • Cleaning
  • Letter Board Ideas

Polished Habitat

Home » Organizing » Entryway Organization & Decor

08/27/2021 · 1 Comment

Entryway Organization & Decor

DIY & Crafts· Organizing

31 shares
  • Facebook
  • Twitter

Product links in this post may be affiliate links.

We made a couple of minor organizing and decorating updates to the entryway that I thought you might like to see this week. Hopefully, as I talk through them, they’ll inspire some helpful changes in your home!

Let’s start with the theoretical before photo of what the room had looked like since 2018. I’m calling it theoretical because this is what it looked like on an ideal day.

The reality was that things would slowly accumulate on the top of the table/cart and it was an adventure digging through all the coats we managed to balance on the coat rack. The tiered cart by the door had been moved to the dining room as a bar car, so that corner was empty.

Since the space had been relatively untouched for three years, it was time for a spruce up both in terms of style and in function. We kept many of the core pieces, like gold cart, rug, vintage auditorium seats, bicycle art we bought from the artist, and door color (Sherwin-Williams Web Gray). The rug doesn’t appear to be available any longer, but this one is similar.

My first target for replacement was the bulky silver mirror over the gold cart. The mirror was purchased to go over a different table years ago, and it had never been quite right since we switched to using the larger entry table. Instead, I found a slim round mirror that feels so much better!



On the bottom shelf of the entry table, I prioritized more function. Luckily, I had two grey bins from the bedroom that fit PERFECTLY across the bottom. Instead of jamming the bins full of things to start, we’re living with the free space and use it to tuck away items as needed. For example, right now, one is full of library books that need to be returned instead of them cluttering the top shelf. I’ve also used them for things that needed to be returned to the store.

Moving down that wall, I also swapped out the throw pillows. The blue pillows are almost the exact color as our front door, and have the same repeating diamond pattern that we use regularly. To break them up, I found a white pillow with a similar cozy feel, but a simple textured stripe design.

Next, we mounted simple coat hooks in the corner to replace the freestanding coat rack. Now it feels like the corner can breathe and it’s easier to find what we need. Hallelujah! I’ll swap out the pool bag and hat for more coats when we leave 100 degree days behind for the year.

Under the coat hooks, I picked up a giant basket that will have different uses seasonally. In summer, it’s great for anything we need to go to the neighborhood pool and flip-flops to wear when I get the mail or take out the trash. In other seasons, it will most likely hold rain and snow boots.

On the other side of the door, I found the cutest leather-look wall organizer with hooks on the bottom. I assume the hooks were designed for keys, which would work great, but I use them for sunglasses instead. Having ONE place to store my sunglasses when I get home has saved me so much time and frustration.

Before we added this organizer, every time I left the house, I’d have to do a loop checking my purse, the kitchen, the living room end table, my nightstand, the bathroom, and the closet to figure out where I left my sunglasses. And that was just to find ONE pair. I could never make an actual decision about which pair to wear because I just went with whatever I found first.

I’ve tried putting them in other designated places before, but nothing stuck. It’s been a couple of months and the hooks are still working! The mail pocket will be used for outgoing mail since we have another method for incoming mail.

Under the new wall organizer, I added a small end table with a drawer. The hidden storage the drawer provides is great for other small items we may need to grab on our way out the door, like gift cards, chapstick, clean masks, etc. I need to order more of the same drawer organizers I used in our bathroom to keep the drawer tidy. I had a less expensive brand delivered and they were terrible. Several were broken because they were so thin and brittle – avoid the 25 pack Seseno drawer organizer on Amazon!

The final little swap was the artwork on both sides of my office door. I wanted something a bit lighter and more cohesive with the room and some basic blue leaf prints in light wood frames work well with everything else.

Here’s what it all looks like together.

It’s not a major change but feels less cluttered without the freestanding coat rack. And most importantly, the little organization swaps make it so much easier to keep tidy! Clearly, Gus approves too!


MORE FROM POLISHEDHABITAT

31 shares
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
melissa

Melissa George

In 2013, Melissa founded Polished Habitat to share her passion for intersecting style and function to make everyday life more beautiful and less stressful. She does this by sharing easy home organization tips, home decor tutorials, and creative ideas to help readers think outside the box, no matter their budget. Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more. In 2018 & 2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, Polished Habitat was shortlisted for the Amara Blog Awards Best Interior Styling Blog - International. Read more...

« 10 Things to Declutter Every Fall – Fall Clean Up Series
Home Organization Products: The Best Storage Containers, Drawer Organizers, & More »

Comments

  1. SHIRLEY ORFANELLA says

    08/31/2021 at 1:34 pm

    Great entry…it’s beautifully organized & decorated. And, it looks like a “real life” entry, something that will function for homeowners and corral the “clutter of life”.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Welcome!

In 2013, Melissa started Polished Habitat to share her skill of mixing decor & organization to add style & function to everyday life at home.

Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more.

In 2018 &  2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, she was also short-listed by the Amara Blog Awards for Interior Styling, International Division.

Need to reach Melissa?
Email: Melissa @ PolishedHabitat.com

Recent Posts

The Prepared Home - How to Stock, Organize, and Edit Your Home to Thrive in Comfort, Safety, and Style

The Prepared Home Book Launch!

BIG NEWS! It’s hard to believe this is real, but my book, The Prepared Home, can be ordered now! The book truly is a culmination of things I’ve learned in different parts of my life. Before I wrote about organizing and decorating, I worked as a project specialist for a hospital. Over the years, one of the projects I ... Read More about The Prepared Home Book Launch!

Where to Start with Big Organizing Projects

While I love solving issues around our house, I like helping others even more. In a recent newsletter, I asked readers to share the biggest struggles around their home. While all the responses were great, one of them instantly stood out because it was such a relatable question. It's something that I struggle with myself. ... Read More about Where to Start with Big Organizing Projects

Game Closet Organization (Before & After)

I'm thrilled to share our game closet makeover with you today! It's been a while since I've done a big closet organization project, and for good reason. All the downstairs closets, like our master bedroom closet, bathroom closet, office closet, and entry hall turned cleaning closet were all finished and still working well. ... Read More about Game Closet Organization (Before & After)

backyard patio with turquoise adirondak chairs

Backyard Patio & Landscaping Before & After

There have been a lot of projects that we've been VERY relieved to finish, like the master closet, but the backyard tops the list! It's been a 6-month process, which was mostly waiting on the first landscaper. When we hit two months past his original estimate, we moved on to another company and things finally got moving. ... Read More about Backyard Patio & Landscaping Before & After

7 Spice Storage Ideas

A couple of years ago, we switched from using a spice cabinet to storing spices in a kitchen drawer next to the stove. While having a spice drawer has been the perfect solution for us, I know it won't work in every kitchen space. I've seen some other spice storage ideas that provide easy access in a variety of kitchen ... Read More about 7 Spice Storage Ideas

Bathroom drawer organization - hair supplies in clear containers

Home Organization Products: The Best Storage Containers, Drawer Organizers, & More

Over the years, I've narrowed down the best home organization products through a lot of trial and error. Last month, I sent a box of clear drawer organizers back because I strayed from my favorites to see if something cheaper would work. Unfortunately, the less expensive versions were so thin and brittle that several were ... Read More about Home Organization Products: The Best Storage Containers, Drawer Organizers, & More

spices in drawer

10 Things to Declutter Every Fall – Fall Clean Up Series

Adding a fall clean up routine to your year is a great way to get the house ready for the holidays with less stress! Spring cleaning gets all the attention, but I don’t know anyone that has time to declutter, organize, and deep clean their entire home each spring. The more I thought about it, the more I realized that ... Read More about 10 Things to Declutter Every Fall – Fall Clean Up Series

Backyard Makeover – Before Photos & Plans

It's been a while since we've tackled a big project around the house, but I think the next one will be worth the wait. Ten years ago, when we picked out our lot to build on, we paid a premium for a larger backyard. While it was worth the price, we still haven't optimized the space for ourselves or for entertaining. Our ... Read More about Backyard Makeover – Before Photos & Plans

Wood tray with dark blue vinyl applied reading Sprinkles & S'mores

How to Customize a Wood Serving Tray with Cricut Joy

Each season, I love to add a little something to freshen up our home décor. At the same time, not being intentional with those minor additions can turn into major clutter over the years. Now, I try to stick with decor that adds function or has personal meaning. In today's new post, I'll show you how I updated a simple wood ... Read More about How to Customize a Wood Serving Tray with Cricut Joy

Wood nightstand with marble tray containing clear water carafe & bottle of Natrol Vitamins next to white vase with pink flowers

Tips for Falling Asleep

This post is sponsored by Natrol®, but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. I’m the first to admit that I’m not a joy to be around the next day if I don’t get a good night’s sleep. Not getting enough sleep multiple nights in a row leads me to feeling physically ill and completely non-productive, so I have ... Read More about Tips for Falling Asleep

Long Wood Charcuterie Board

How to Prevent Clutter Before it Starts

In the past, I've written about different techniques for dealing with clutter in your home, like the root cause worksheet that helps things STAY decluttered. But there's actually a very important step before anything we've talked about before. Shopping. More specifically, our shopping habits have a huge impact on ... Read More about How to Prevent Clutter Before it Starts

white robot vacuum cleaning wood floor

How to Save Time on Housekeeping – Yeedi K650 Tips

It's no secret that I'm always looking for ways to make cleaning quicker or easier so I can spend more time doing things I enjoy. You'd think I would have been an early adopter to robot vacuums, but instead, I've been holding out for years, letting the technology improve and hoping for prices to drop.Well, it finally ... Read More about How to Save Time on Housekeeping – Yeedi K650 Tips

hand with white pen writing on kraft colored label

How to Label Storage Bins On a Dollar Tree Budget

One of the most important, but often overlooked, parts of my home organization process is labeling your storage containers, bins, or totes. I talk about this step in every organizing project I do because it's the key to keeping things tidy long-term. In the past, I've shared my favorite labeling tutorials using my ... Read More about How to Label Storage Bins On a Dollar Tree Budget

Books Stacks mounting on the wall with invisible brackets

Invisible Floating Bookshelf – Small Space Storage

If you're short on storage space for books or just looking for a wall to display your books in style, I've got a quick and affordable tutorial for you today! I fall into the camp of people that love having my own library of books at home. However, our living room floor plan doesn't allow space for bookcases without giving ... Read More about Invisible Floating Bookshelf – Small Space Storage

Hallway with wood floors, and white cube storage organizer against geometric blue and white wall. Organizer filled with bins and books.

Cube Storage Ideas

We recently tucked a new white 6 cube organizer into the hallway between our kitchen and master bedroom. It's become the perfect storage solution for some of our household clutter. You know, those annoying items that are necessary, but don't have a logical home in the house. In addition to the function, it's been a fun new ... Read More about Cube Storage Ideas

Image of dark gray kitchen island & wood floors with text overlay - How to Deep Clean Your Kitchen

Kitchen Deep Cleaning – Checklist & Tips

While things like the kitchen counters are cleaned daily, you won't regret doing occasional deeper cleans of your kitchen to keep it fresh and sparkling. I decided to create a checklist after seeing how dusty the light fixtures over our island had gotten. It's just not something in our normal line of vision while cleaning, ... Read More about Kitchen Deep Cleaning – Checklist & Tips

Affiliate Disclosure

Polished Habitat is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.

Copyright

Please keep in mind that all text and images on this blog are the property of Polished Habitat (formerly A Prudent Life).

Projects are for personal use only.

Photo Use Policy

You are welcome to share 1 image for an online round up or feature if you clearly link back to my post and use nopin code.

You are not permitted to remove watermarks, crop or edit my photos, use my images without credit, print my images, or share more than 1 image online without my written permission.

The 1 image used can NOT be a collage image or any image I have created that includes text. Please email me with any questions about acceptable use! THANK YOU!

Copyright © 2022 · polishedhabitat.com