However, it’s time that you stop treating the entryway as a catchall.

You’ll be surprised at how much more welcoming your space appears when you say goodbye to the excess.

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Instead, take charge andmake an effort to prevent the buildup.

Mills recommends using your personal design flair, but still keeping it classy and simple.

Coat Racks

Depending on where you live, your coat collection could be quite large.

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Skip the free-standing coat rack if you crave minimal clutter and maximum efficiency in the entryway.

This setup then results in digging through everything in search of the jacket you want to wear.

Instead, hang all of your outerwear up using hangers in your hall closet.

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Otherwise, there is no point in incorporating a bench in this part of the home, she believes.

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