Madeline Tolle
Transitional black floor mudroom photo in Philadelphia with gray walls and a white front door

Mud Room with Custom Built In Storage Bench.
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional light wood floor mudroom remodel in Los Angeles with white walls

Interiors

Bob Povall Photography

Example of a classic mudroom design in Portland Maine with black walls

Traditional Mud Room with Command Center

Valet Custom Cabinets & Closets - Karin Parodi

Mid-sized elegant mudroom photo in San Francisco

Main Street

Martha's Vineyard Interior Design

Designer: Liane Thomas Interior Photography: Michael J. Lee Exterior Photography: Eric Roth
Example of a beach style black floor mudroom design in Boston with white walls

E Center St, Alpine

J2 Homes

Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional porcelain tile and multicolored floor mudroom remodel in Salt Lake City with gray walls

Manor Project

Executive Developers, LLC

Mudroom with rear entrance - photo by Kristina Schmidt Photography
Mid-sized arts and crafts medium tone wood floor mudroom photo with beige walls and a white front door

Complete Kitchen Renovation/Dining Room with New Entry Way and Powder Room

Brian H Murray Interior Design

Christopher Jones Photography
Farmhouse medium tone wood floor and brown floor mudroom photo in Raleigh with white walls

Waukesha 1st Floor Remodel

Callen

Mark Heffron
Example of a mid-sized arts and crafts ceramic tile mudroom design in Milwaukee with beige walls and a medium wood front door

Cooper Kitchen and Mudroom Renovation

Kitchen Designs by Debra

Example of a transitional medium tone wood floor mudroom design in New York with gray walls

Lincoln Square Residence

Searl Lamaster Howe Architects

The mudroom runs alongside of the rear patio, linking the kitchen to the original coach house that was on the property. The coach house was converted into a garage and a home theater. The mudroom features ample, easily accessible storage to organize clutter before it has the chance to reach into the rest of the house. Likewise a stacked washer and dryer (which complement those in the main laundry room on the second floor) capture muddy uniforms and the like. Closed cabinets hold additional coat storage, brooms, and cleaning supplies. A frosted glass panel door can close off views to the mudroom from the kitchen.

Mud Room Cabinets

Rylex Custom Cabinetry and Closets

Entering from the garage, this mud area is a welcoming transition between the exterior and interior spaces. Since this is located in an open plan family room, the homeowners wanted the built-in cabinets to echo the style in the rest of the house while still providing all the benefits of a mud room. Kara Lashuay

Residential Interiors

Burhani Design Architects

Large minimalist porcelain tile and beige floor mudroom photo in Chicago with gray walls

Carmel / 5442 Plan - Oswego Road

Sigma Builders LLC

K.C.Ferrill with Dream Home Media LLC.
Example of a transitional gray floor mudroom design in Indianapolis with white walls

Previous Projects

Richard J. Moudy Construction LLC

Mid-sized mountain style medium tone wood floor and brown floor mudroom photo with brown walls and a glass front door

Southampton NY vacant home staging

Interiors by Allegra

Mary Thames Louis Real Estate Photography
Mudroom - coastal mudroom idea in New York with a dark wood front door

Mountain Avenue

JK interior living

Example of a huge transitional slate floor and gray floor mudroom design in New York with gray walls

Stonewall Farmhouse

Whitten Architects

photography by Rob Karosis
Mudroom - mid-sized traditional slate floor mudroom idea in Portland Maine with yellow walls

Shingle Style New Construction

Dalia Canora Design, LLC

Jane Beiles
Mid-sized elegant beige floor and light wood floor mudroom photo in DC Metro with beige walls and a white front door

Caitlin Wilson Design Laundry Room Remodel

Katie Nixon Photography

Katie Nixon Photography, Caitlin Wilson Design
Example of a trendy black floor mudroom design in Dallas with blue 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 13,188 images from the best designers, decorators, and architects in the country, including Searl Lamaster Howe Architects and Interiors by Allegra. 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.