Unlock the Secret to Keeping Keys in Check
Say goodbye to frenetic searching with key storage that suits your needs and matches your home's style
We’ve all been there: wake up late, scarf down breakfast and quickly head for the door, only to find that those darn car keys are nowhere in sight. Nothing like a frantic early-morning search to ruin a perfectly good day!
Instead of spending your precious minutes dumping out your purse or scouring a messy kitchen counter, remove the guesswork with a go-to key spot near your front door. Whether you use a tray, a hook or a built-in cubby, these great solutions show you how it's done.
Instead of spending your precious minutes dumping out your purse or scouring a messy kitchen counter, remove the guesswork with a go-to key spot near your front door. Whether you use a tray, a hook or a built-in cubby, these great solutions show you how it's done.
Duo Sparrow Key Ring
Your key storage can be pretty and practical at the same time. This cute, functional birdhouse will give your keys a proper home (and looks great next to a front door).
For those who have room for built-ins, your key storage options are endless (lucky you). Although you can install hooks — as the designer did here — you can also place keys in a wicker basket, drawer or cubby. You're limited only by your reach.
Don't have room for a full-fledged organizer? Opt for a small key rack next to the front door. It's just as effective but takes up less space and has a clean, simple look.
Elephant Bowl
Using a bowl to keep track of keys is always a good idea, but watch out — it can quickly become your new junk drawer. Avoid a catchall container by finding a just-right bowl, such as this adorable key-size one, and remind yourself: keys only!
If space is a little tight, let your furniture do double duty. Find a bench or an ottoman that includes a tray, and simultaneously use it as an entryway seat and a key-drop spot.
S-Box Key Box
Looking for something more than a bowl or tray? This new gadget cleverly conceals keys inside a nearby countertop. With just a touch of your hand, your keys pop up, and you can hit the road.
His and Hers Key Holders
Add a bit of quirkiness to your home with these his and hers key holders. The wall-mounted plate lets you lock your keys in for the night, so they're right where you left them in the morning.
For a more modern, minimalist take, try placing your keys on a magnetic organizer next to the stairs. Your keys will literally stick around until you need them.
If the kitchen is your go-to drop spot, turn a shallow cabinet into an organizer, complete with key hooks, charger and mail drop.
Key Plate
For no-nonsense key storage, install this key plate next to your front door. With its convenient and, well, obvious location, you will never have to worry about losing your keys again.
Don't give up if you live in a small apartment with cramped, narrow hallways. This space-friendly shelf is just the right size for keys, and it even has room to spare for favorite knickknacks.