A decnet looking shoe rack or teach the kids to take their shoes to their rooms . You have alove elegant entry whay are thekids even using it . I usually like this type of rack but your space is way too elegant for it maybe one in the closet . We never had a entry closet when our kids were young they just took their stuff with them to their rooms not such a big deal really.

but you said you already have a place for the shoes right? and that they're just their temporarily? A tall plant like you mentioned would work but you have quite a few plants already and it's unclear what kind of sun you get in that corner. Another thought is a grandfather clock. You don't see too many of them anymore but your place is a bit traditional so one might go really well there. Plus I've seen more modern versions as well. I also feel that whole backspace next to the laundry room could benefit from an area rug to warm it up and define it.

Thanks for both ideas! Yes, shoes will go in the closet eventually- my fault, currently filled with junk! I LOVE the grandfather clock idea - I’ll have to look for something that would complement the house 😊

You already have a console table, a mirror, seating and you say you don’t need anything to house the shoes. I would find a very large painting (approx. 3’ wide X 5’ high). That would cover the space and add interest.

Tall cabinet?

Love those ideas too - the large artwork or cabinet would both look good there I think! The arched cabinet is gorgeous!!

With the visual weight of the furniture and the very wide molding, if it were me I’d avoid adding a dark/large piece of furniture. Consider adding color/interest with a large piece of art and something underneath might be nice….but keep things light.

If you weren’t tied to your mirror, suggest something lighter (like its location) and reconsider console’s accessories and even include a lamp, as low lighting is welcoming and cozy.

Since you said you don't need another console or shoe storage I would devote the space to some large, dramatic and impactful artwork. Would suggest something large instead of a grouping of smaller pieces. Adding a large plant might work as long as it doesn't obscure the artwork.

The floors are light colored. The walls and mouldings are light colored. Something to match the coloring of the console and mirror is needed. Something with contrast is needed. Some of those cabinets that I posted come in different hues.

Large antique armoire?

Thank you all so much for the suggestions- all great ideas! Totally agree that more contrast is needed- the entire house is very beige. I’ll be looking for some artwork - I also like the idea of moving the existing table & mirror. Only concern with that is it would be reflecting the bathroom across the way - currently it’s catching the light from the kitchen windows. Sorry, the pics I posted weren’t with the greatest lighting.

Another vote for art! You have enough furniture, mirror, plants etc already and that just adds to visual clutter and starts to make it feel like a hotel lobby. And make it big - don’t be shy with the sizing.

Would you be open to doing some built-in shelves? That or some shoe storage might work really well here since you already have a console table and chairs.

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Great suggestions! we ended up going with the large piece of artwork suggestion 😊