We have all seen the pictures of a separate room with enough space for coats, muddy boots and/or shoes, kids backpacks and a washer and dryer. All tucked away and organized from the rest of the house.
Well, most homes may not have the luxury of a separate room that could be the "Mud Room", but with some creativity, there is no excuse that the family's coats, shoes, backpacks and all other items can not be organized and still blend well with your home.
Here is a great idea of how to organize coats, shoes with very little space.
When you have limited space, you will have to plan to have access to seasonal clothing. Off season clothing can be stored in plastic bins.
In this picture the upper cabinet is a basic kitchen cabinet, the shoe holder can be easily made and the bottom cabinet is a kitchen drawer. Add the coat hooks, paint or stain to your decor and you can have storage for the whole family.
If you have some carpentry skills, this is a good weekend project or find a reputable contractor to build this for you.
Look around your home and find that little nook that can be converted in to your own "Mud Room" and maybe (just maybe) you may get your kids to hang up their coats.
