Our Mudroom Before & After: 9 Other Mudroom Design Inspirations |

Every homeowner dreams of a big mudroom where family members can walk into. The bigger the family the more the need for a functional and utilitarian mudroom. When we purchased this home, there was a spacious room in the back of the kitchen with no washer and dryer and an empty wall. As an Interior Designer, I immediately figured out how to utilize the room better. I was also able to take some of that room to expand the kitchen. I’m aware that not everyone has the necessary space to create the ideal mudroom but don’t you fret, you can still have a designated area that can function not only as a mudroom but also as a focal point.

Julie Paulino Design

First, we should address that a mudroom is not the same as an entryway or foyer. Although sometimes combining the two is the only option. Entryways are mostly used by visitors while mudrooms are used by family members and staying guests. Foyers are found in front of the homes while a mudroom is frequently adjacent to the garage and the kitchen. If you happen to live in New York City for example, where space is limited, then your only option will be to make your entryway into a mudroom. The latter can be done stylishly chic, at the end of the post are a few design inspirations to help you make the best of what you have.

Julie Paulino Design

Many homes, including ours, have the mudroom and laundry room in the same room and it works perfectly well like that. Ours also leads to the back patio. I had the cabinets, bench, and shelf custom made to fit the space. I wanted to be respectful of the architecture of the home while still designing something that felt up-to-date and timeless. We gutted everything and started from zero.

Organization is the most important aspect of any home. Whether you hire an interior designer or not, keeping things organized is the best anyone can do to live in harmony and that’s where mudrooms come in handy. Utilitarian elements such as baskets to keep scarves and gloves, hooks to hang coats, a bench to sit and tie your shoes, they help to keep the rest of the house clean and organized.

15 Mudroom Design Ideas to Inspire You

Add Built-Ins

Via Haver & Skolnick Architect

Improvise

How fabulous is this bamboo coat and hat hanger? Talking about small space with charm. Via Milk Magazine

Keep It Rustic

If there is a room in the home that can be rustic, that would be the mudroom. If you don’t want to do built-ins, a stand along armoire will do. via Elle Decor.