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Designer: Harmony Young Design
Location: Heber City, Utah
Size: 80 square feet (7.4 square meters); 8 by 10 feet

Homeowners’ request. “This space is located right off the front door and the garage door, so it gets used multiple times a day,” designer Harmony Young says. “The homeowner wanted a place for storage, along with somewhere to sit and put on shoes. Because it’s near the entry, they also wanted it to feel warm and inviting. Our goal was to make the space welcoming and cozy right as you walk in, while keeping it functional and organized so everything can be neatly tucked away.”

Mudroom storage features. “We created a bench with cubbies underneath for shoe storage, along with a shelf above for grab-and-go items,” Young says. “This also provided a place to accessorize and make the space feel warm, inviting and pulled together. Since there’s already a coat closet in the space, the homeowners didn’t feel they needed much enclosed storage. Instead, we focused on creating more of a furniture piece rather than a storage cabinet.”

Other special features. “We wanted to bring in some color, and green felt like the perfect complement to this mountain home,” Young says. “The color we chose is Sherwin-Williams Pewter Green. To add warmth, depth and dimension, we incorporated a beautiful white oak wood tone. We finished the look with brushed brass coat hooks and black rattan baskets for shoe storage. We love the harlequin black-and-tan rug. It’s the perfect complement to the space and is durable enough to withstand the Utah climate.”

Designer tip. “Don’t be afraid to mix materials,” Young says. “We incorporated both wood and paint, which I feel added an extra layer of detail and warmth. Even though the space is highly functional, we included decor pieces and artwork to add interest and make it feel more like an entryway than a mudroom.”

“Uh-oh” moment. “When the wood paneling first went in, I was a little unsure about the color we had chosen,” Young says. “But once we pulled everything together, I knew it was the perfect complement to the green paint.”

Project photography: Cristina Zolotaia



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4. Have a Seat

Designer: Gabrielle Bove of Opaline Interiors Studio
Location: Hopkinton, Massachusetts
Size: 105 square feet (9.8 square meters)

Homeowners’ request. “Our clients are a young, fun-loving family who were looking for a functional, durable space laced with color, warmth and functionality,” designer Gabrielle Bove says. “With two young children, they needed enclosed storage and easily accessible open storage space for items like their stroller and car seat. We layered hardy materials like nickel-gap paneling, a solid walnut bench seat, easy-clean fabric and a textured indoor-outdoor area rug that would stand the test of time and stand up to muddy feet.”

Mudroom storage features. “It was important to our clients that the mudroom be functional but not lack style and beauty,” Bove says. “We chose to design a custom bench with functional drawers for items like shoes and winter accessories. We topped this with a solid walnut bench seat for contrast and additional durability. We selected Benjamin Moore’s Sea Star paint for the millwork, a soothing but rich pop of color and a nod to our clients’ love of the Mediterranean.”

Other special features. “We layered classic patterns in youthful colors with a neutral backdrop and warm textures, all curated to merge our clients’ love of Mediterranean motifs with the New England landscape,” Bove says.

Designer tip. “Knowing this young family would eventually grow, it was important to think of the space’s flow and capacity in two to five years,” Bove says. “Making sure they had enough storage for additional shoes, winter gear and eventually backpacks was important.”

“Uh-oh” moment. “Due to the placement of existing doors and windows, there wasn’t originally an opportunity for closed, tall storage, which we felt this family needed,” Bove says. “We were able to locate a cavity in the floor plan adjacent to the mudroom, which was perfect for a functional closet. This space allowed us to keep circulation open between all doorways but gave our clients a place to hide coats and diaper bags when not in use.”

Contractor: Brenshaw; paint colors: Simply White (paneling), Classic Gray (walls), Sea Star (bench), Benjamin Moore

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