Entrances are one of the most used areas of the home and, because of this, it can become a dumping ground for everything from bags to keys and jackets.
They provide the first impression for visitors and serve as a transition from indoors to out.
Here are some tips on how to organise the area in a stylish manner, even if you live in a small flat that opens directly onto the living room.
If you constantly come home and find yourself dropping your bag, jacket, scarf or dog leash on the couch, then you need some hanging storage.
Keep only a select few seasonal items out on display - you don't want too many hooks which can make the space feeling messy and overwhelming.
In Hong Kong, where everyone is expected to take their shoes off at the door, shoe storage is an important part of a functional entry. Like coats and jackets, only keep those shoes out that you wear on a regular basis. Baskets can provide quick and easy organisation, but be careful you don't forget what is in them.
One solution is to keep shoes on a low bench, where they can be easily accessed but are not a focal point.
