A Man's Home
The
Grown-Up
Entryway
Most of us lack the spacious foyers typically seen in movies or interior design photo spreads. But even the most minuscule of entryways can be fashioned into a smart looking vestibule that's as functional as it is handsome. The key is keeping the mess to a minimum while maximizing the utility. Remember, a clean space will always look larger than a cluttered one. After all, you don't need a lot in this space. But you do want to make sure it covers the necessities of any entryway—a landing pad for your mail, somewhere to stash your keys and other EDC items, along with place to put on your shoes and give yourself a once-over before heading out.
Keep a jar of gum handy for guests and for grabbing before you head out the door. These minty Chiclet-style pieces are sweetened with all-natural (and dentist-recommended) xylitol.
$10 by XyloBurst
Essentials
Wall-mounted storage and hooks along with trays, boxes or baskets are smart ways to house your everyday items while keeping the space tidy and pulled together.
Mirror, $132.25
at Target
Ceramic catchall, $49.50 by Izola
Bud vase,
$43 by
Heath
Ceramics
Toro hook
rack, $298
by Flea
Market Rx
Key target,
$65 by
Bower
Pocketwatch
clock, $25
by Newgate
Storage
You likely don't have a lot of space to work with, so opt for narrow pieces with a lean profile to maximize space. Here are five different options in a range of sizes.
Andes bench, $399
by Crate & Barrel
Shoe rack bench,
$265 by Simon Legald
Floating walnut table,
$125 by KrovelMade
Brass shelf, $98
by Schoolhouse Electric
Grid console bookcase,
$399 at West Elm
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