Mudroom Floor Plans for Every Season
After you build a custom home, will your most frequent guests be friends, family or more unwelcome visitors like dirt, debris and clutter? Unless you’re careful, you might invite a mess into your home if you don’t have a mudroom. This is space that serves as the perfect transition from the wild outdoors to a more orderly interior. A mudroom is a convenient place to take off shoes, toss umbrellas, store clothes and much more. There’s a big difference between a functional entrance and one that’s not well thought out. Include features that make your space manageable, organized and useful:
A Built-In Bench
After a long day, sometimes the first thing you want to do is sit down and take off your shoes. Instead of performing a balancing act while removing your footwear, get some extra stability and comfort with a built-in bench. This handy seating area features cubbies below for shoes, and hooks above for jackets, sweatshirts and other gear.
Floor to Ceiling Storage
You have entire walls to work with in a mudroom, and every square inch counts. Adding cabinetry, drawers and open storage space gives you the freedom to put your things where they fit best. You can even add storage bins like in the overhead cubbies of this cozy mudroom. Designate an area for each member of the family to store their things.
Well-Placed Windows
You might have a variety of gear for all types of weather in your mudroom, but the only way to know what you’ll actually need is peering out a window. This small window serves a big purpose: readying the family for rain, snow, sleet or sunshine.
A Handy Desk
Mudrooms can provide a quiet space to be productive away from the hustle and bustle of the rest of the home. In this example, the separation between workspace and storage space is clearly defined by intriguing turquoise paint. Stow away papers, envelopes, staplers and other items in useful small drawers.
An Area for Laundry
You can save space in the rest of the home by designating a spot for your washer and dryer in the mudroom. Instead of tracking dirty sneakers and clothes into the home, throw them directly into the wash when you arrive. This feature is especially convenient for anyone with active children.
A Place for Pets
This pet-friendly mudroom features built-in dog crates, which are the perfect place for pups to unwind during the dog days of summer. If you don’t want to include built-in kennel, you can still designate a section of the room for a comfortable pet bed. Fido will have easy access to the outdoors for walks, and the rest of your house will stay clean throughout the year.
There is one thing every mudroom needs – to be the perfect area between the inside and outside of your home. What you put in this unique space is up to you, but make sure every choice fits your family’s lifestyle. A mudroom can help you prepare for long trips or short ones, and it’s always there to welcome you home. Wondering how a mudroom can fit into your custom built home? Check out our process to see how we can help you design a mudroom that meets your needs.