Mudroom - mid-sized craftsman porcelain tile and gray floor mudroom idea in Chicago with blue walls and a white front door

Lake O'Brien 4

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Mudroom - large rustic brick floor and multicolored floor mudroom idea in Minneapolis with beige walls

Fresh Interior

J Steven Kemp Architect

Emily Followill
Mudroom - mid-sized transitional medium tone wood floor and brown floor mudroom idea in Atlanta with beige walls and a glass front door

Mount Baker

Ainslie-Davis Construction

Mudroom - transitional gray floor mudroom idea in Seattle with white walls

Lexington Update

ASB Architecture

Bruce Bettis Photography
Example of a classic mudroom design in Boston with white walls and a green front door

Cherryville

Ruggles Lindemann Bell

French country brick floor mudroom photo in Denver with a black front door

Awe-Inspiring Avon Abode

CMM Custom Homes

Mudroom - coastal gray floor mudroom idea with white walls

Whole Home Renovation & Addition - Westwood, MA

J.P. Hoffman Design Build

As seen in this photo, the front to back view offers homeowners and guests alike a direct view and access to the deck off the back of the house. In addition to holding access to the garage, this space holds two closets. One, the homeowners are using as a coat closest and the other, a pantry closet. You also see a custom built in unit with a bench and storage. There is also access to a powder room, a bathroom that was relocated from middle of the 1st floor layout. Relocating the bathroom allowed us to open up the floor plan, offering a view directly into and out of the playroom and dining room.

Mudrooms

Platt Builders

Mudroom - traditional brick floor mudroom idea in Boston with green walls and a green front door

Concord Avenue

Jamie Keskin Design

Example of a cottage brick floor and red floor mudroom design in Boston with gray walls

Minnetonka Kitchen Renovation

Fluidesign Studio

Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Anchor Builders I Photographer: sethbennphoto.com
Example of a mid-sized classic slate floor mudroom design in Minneapolis with beige walls

Addition for a Suburban Home

User

Photography: Megan Chaffin
Mudroom - transitional dark wood floor mudroom idea in Chicago with beige walls

Historic Home Interior Renovation

Howell Custom Building Group

High wainscot paneling add formality and character. A hidden slide-out coat closet built into the wall takes advantage of an unused chase next to the fireplace. At the far end of the hallway, a small powder room was relocated out of the kitchen area to allow privacy within the powder room, as well as create more useable space in the kitchen.

Riverside House

Marina Rubina, Architect

Todd Mason, Halkin Photography
Single front door - mid-sized contemporary slate floor and gray floor single front door idea in New York with white walls and a medium wood front door

Lake O'Brien 4

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Mudroom - mid-sized rustic brick floor and red floor mudroom idea in Minneapolis with beige walls

Home Overlooking Sippewissett Marsh

William Lee Architect & Associates, LLC

Dan Cutrona, photographer
Inspiration for a coastal light wood floor and beige floor mudroom remodel in Boston with white walls

Mudroom

Divine Custom Homes

Photos by Spacecrafting
Inspiration for a transitional ceramic tile and beige floor mudroom remodel in Minneapolis with white walls

Upper Hay Lake 1

Lands End Development - Designers & Builders

Mountain style mudroom photo in Minneapolis with beige walls

2018 Glen Ellyn Remodel

Picture Perfect House

Picture Perfect House
Example of a cottage gray floor mudroom design in Chicago

MSI Urbanslat Carbon 16×48 Tile

Astro Masonry

Minimalist slate floor and gray floor mudroom photo in New York with black walls

Mudroom Ideas & Designs

We all have a disparate collection of boots, coats, umbrellas and bags that need a spot to reside. The mudroom is the organized, stylish answer to all of that clutter. Whether you have a distinct transition space in your home or you simply want to add function to your entry, consider the following mudroom ideas to get you started.

1. Transform a Hallway

While mudrooms were originally back entrances separate from the front door, you can use any entry in a similar way. Simply add wall hooks or shelves to your hall and you’ll enjoy the same organizational benefits.

2. Add a Bench

Another way to add ease and function to any ordinary entryway is to add a mudroom bench. This can be the perfect spot for taking shoes on and off, or simply placing bags and coats. If you’ve got the space, opt for a stately hall tree, which includes a bench and shelves or wall hooks built together.

3. Use the Laundry Room

In many homes, the garage entrance goes straight through the laundry room, making it the perfect space for a de facto mudroom. Simply add in accessible storage wherever you can: think open shelves, wicker baskets or wall hooks.

4. Keep It in the Garage

If you often enter your home through the garage, try adding a shoe bench, door mat or even built-in shelving so you can keep the clutter out of your home entirely.

5. Go Bold with Tile

Don’t forget to have a little fun with your mudroom design. Brightly colored or bold mosaic tile can demarcate the space and create a warm and welcoming mood.

6. Choose an Accent Color

Adding color and decor to your walls is another great way to bring character to the space. For example, you might install white wainscoting or shiplap on the lower half of your walls, and paint the upper half blue.

7. Hang a Mirror

If you’re looking for mudroom ideas for small spaces, try hanging a decorative wall mirror. The space will feel bigger and you’ll have a spot to quickly check your look before heading out.

8. Make Use of Bins

Visually appealing bins are the glue behind mudroom organization, as they’ll give you space to toss dirty shoes or miscellaneous gear without seeing the clutter. Choose bins made of metal, wicker or wood to complement your space.

Whether you want inspiration for planning a mudroom renovation or are building a designer mudroom from scratch, Houzz has 13,193 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including User and ASB Architecture. Look through mudroom pictures in different colors and styles and when you find a mudroom design that inspires you, save it to an Ideabook or contact the Pro who made it happen to see what kind of design ideas they have for your home. Explore the beautiful mudroom photo gallery and find out exactly why Houzz is the best experience for home renovation and design.