Say Goodbye To The Eyesore Of Entryway Clutter With A Sleek Hidden Storage DIY

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It's the first thing people see when they walk into a home, and yet the entryway always seems like the most difficult place to keep organized. There are boots, shoes, coats, hats, dog leashes, and the decor we manage to sneak in (it's the wild west in there). The most obvious option is to clear the clutter by installing an entryway shelf, but this doesn't hide the eyesore; it just lets you organize the chaos a little. The ultimate solution is a genius hack that requires a little DIY finesse and some creativity: a hidden storage cupboard.

Having the use of a small, unnoticeable cupboard in your entryway gives you the chance to hang the things you want people to see in plain sight, and hide the not-so-pretty items you still want on hand. This is one of those unique hidden storage solutions for anywhere in your home. You can put one in the bathroom, your bedroom, or even the kitchen for spices or other small items, but it's most impactful in the entryway. The key is creating a shallow space on the wall, without making it obvious that you've made yourself a little hidey hole. It's sleek, modern, and only you have to know about it.

If you have a seating nook, this is a great place to start this project, but if not, any wall will work. Measure the width of the space where you want the frame. Purchase 2 x 4 boards from a local home hardware store, and cut them to size. You'll also need nails or screws, a hammer or drill with a screwdriver tip, cupboard doors or boards you plan to cut into doors, hinges like DecoBasics Frame Concealed Hinges, and hanging hook hardware like HAHAYOO Wall Mount Coat Hooks. With supplies gathered, it's time to DIY.

Start by building a frame with 2 x 4 boards. Sand and paint the frame and doors. If you can't find cupboard doors in the hardware store and you don't want to make them, check thrift and second-hand furniture shops for cheap options. Attach the doors and hinges, and screw on the hanging hooks. These are what make the cupboard "invisible." Rather than door handles, which you'd expect, the coat hangers help it blend into the wall, looking like another part of the hall. Play with the style: Install a shelf on top, or paint the whole thing for a pop of accent color. If you're on the hunt for tips for keeping your entryway clean and organized, this is a great option for you. It offers a sleek and modern spot to store the less pretty items you want near the front door, without giving up aesthetics.