Houzz TV: Key Elements of an Organized Entryway
Create a more functional entry and a happy welcome home with these 5 things inside your door
Brenna Malmberg
November 12, 2016
A functional landing space can make a big difference in your entryway, no matter its size. In this episode of Houzz TV, New York organizer Jeanie Engelbach explains how five key entry elements create an organized landing space that reflects your style and makes you happy to step in the door.
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1. Mirror. A wall mirror allows you to check your appearance before you dash out the door.
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2. Recycling bin. A recycling box, basket or bin lets you toss junk mail and the like before you drag it all the way into your home. “The farther it gets in the home, the bigger the clutter it creates,” Engelbach says.
3. Tray. One or two small trays near the entry give you a place to put keys and other essentials.
4. Out-of-view storage. A pullout drawer or cubby allows you to keep useful items such as chargers, hand sanitizer and sunglasses within reach but hidden.
5. Decor that makes you happy. Personal decor makes the space yours. “You really should decorate the way that makes you happy,” Engelbach says, “so you can’t wait to open your door and be greeted by your home.”
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5. Decor that makes you happy. Personal decor makes the space yours. “You really should decorate the way that makes you happy,” Engelbach says, “so you can’t wait to open your door and be greeted by your home.”
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Landing strips for your stuff when you get home. I love it!
@annette barletta: the tee shirt is from a LA based band called The Bronx, not the actual boro. I checked the band's website and this particular shirt is no longer available.
Have organized entry----but not this cute!!!