1. OPEN-AIR STORAGE
Good entryway storage is essential for a well-functioning space, but, when aiming for a minimalist space, the right kind of storage is arguably more so.
2. COATS ON DISPLAY
On a similar note is hanging coats out in the open. Ideally, for a more minimalist entryway, coats, coat hooks, and standing coat racks should be done away with as well in favor of well-organized entryway closets.
3. EXCESSIVE SHOES
Hallway shoe storage is a must for a minimalist entryway, but if you can keep yours contained, it may be best to move them elsewhere, says Raychel Klein, a professional home organizer.
4. LARGE, SINGLE-PURPOSE FURNITURE
An entryway isn’t functional without good entryway furniture to perch on while you take off shoes or put bags down when you first come in. However, for a minimalist space, it is vital to avoid big. bulky, single-use furniture in favor of sleek multi-functional pieces that will make your entryway the first line of defense against a cluttered home.
5. UNUSABLE DECOR
Not using entryway decor may seem counterintuitive if you are trying to create an inviting entryway while also keeping it minimal, but unnecessary design pieces that add little functionality are the enemy of the pared-back space, reminds Kristen Conner, interior designer and founder of Little Farm Interior Design.