When we consider how we would outfit our “dream home,” our obvious choices include a pool, backyard, home gym, and so on. But what about a mudroom? Many homeowners are unfamiliar with the term itself, let alone the room’s uses. Nevertheless, a mudroom would benefit the residents of any home (in both reality and dreams).
Would a “transitional space” be useful near a busy entryway to your home? A space with more storage and utility than a coat closet? Reach out to Monarch Design & Remodeling and ask about our mudroom design services. Our team believes that every customer’s home should reflect its residents’ lifestyle and passions. Thus, each client goes through our design process, during which they create a layout with a Monarch designer. Our remodeling work has reinvigorated homes across Northern Virginia. Now, it can do the same for yours too.
Below, we describe the purpose and benefits of a mudroom along with some design tips:
What is a Mudroom?
To begin, let’s distinguish mudrooms from foyers and coat closets. Foyers sit just inside front doors, while coat closets can appear anywhere in a house. But mudrooms lie next to back doors or other entryways designed for family and close guests’ use.
A house’s residents use the mudroom to remove or put on outerwear and/or footwear, while front-door guests use foyers or coat closets. Also, many homeowners install mudroom benches so that residents may sit when putting on or removing articles.
Thus, a mudroom becomes a home’s designated space for dirty shoes and sports equipment as well as car keys, dog leashes, and so on. Some mudrooms also include a sink and laundry equipment. The potential of these spaces qualifies mudrooms as one of our under-the-radar remodeling ideas.
Mudroom Benefits
While foyers and coat closets fulfill one or two purposes, mudrooms achieve several. They give family members an agreed-upon spot to remove and store hats, coats, gloves, and boots/shoes. In doing so, they host all the items that would clutter your home otherwise.
Also, many homeowners install cubbies or shelves in their mudroom. Doing so provides further arrangement and should help to avoid losing items like car keys. What better way to enhance mudroom storage?
Including a sink and laundry machine requires ample space, which many mudrooms lack. However, incorporating these appliances establishes another designated spot, this one for muddy or wet clothes. We like this scheme so much that we included it in our four best mudroom ideas list.
Design Suggestions
In planning your home’s mudroom, we’ll need to account for several factors: storage space, bench placement, laundry room potential, and so on. Nevertheless, keep the following suggestions in mind as you consider ideas:
- Focus on functionality
- Remain consistent with your home’s overall style
- Designate space for each family member
- Keep the room inconspicuous
- Incorporate a durable floor
Monarch also offers some mudroom design ideas online.
Refreshing Mudroom Design & Interior Remodeling – Available Now in Northern Virginia
While your dream home may remain out of reach, a mudroom can be worked into a variety of home styles. With appropriate remodeling, your mudroom can help to keep your home clean and functional. If you’re interested in these benefits, reach out to Monarch Design and ask about our mudroom design services. We’ve helped residents throughout Northern Virginia to create comfortable and useful homes; now, it’s your turn. Call us today at (703) 789-3288 or fill out our online form to get a free quote.