The entrance to a home is much more than just a passageway from one room to another. It's the first place you see when you arrive, and the last place you pass through when you leave. A well-organized and welcoming entrance immediately sets the tone for your interior. Today, I'm sharing my tips for creating a practical, warm, and pleasant entrance while keeping your daily life simple.

1. Define clear areas

Every entryway should have clearly defined areas: storage for shoes, a coat rack, and space for bags and keys.

Personally, I like to add a small basket or tray to hold everyday items that we often forget to put away, such as sunglasses or keys. This prevents clutter and makes daily routines easier.

The Zoé cube basket is perfect for this type of storage. It allows you to separate shoes, accessories, or even small items that are difficult to find a place for.

2. Choose furniture and storage solutions that suit your space

Depending on the size of your entryway, it may be a good idea to opt for multifunctional solutions. For example, a bench with built-in shoe storage or wall shelves with hooks for coats and bags. In my own space, I chose wall storage with hooks like the Florence. It's practical and aesthetically pleasing. This way, we can keep our coats and bags handy without cluttering the floor.

3. Add warm touches

A warm entryway also requires decorative details: a soft rug, a mirror, a few picture frames, or a plant. I really like adding personal touches, such as a small vase or an object that makes me smile first thing in the morning.

For small everyday items, I recommend a tray to hold your keys. This creates a small, organized, and stylish corner where you'll never lose your important items.

4. Use smart storage solutions

For me, the key to an organized entryway is having everything within reach but well organized. Wall hooks, baskets, boxes, or open shelves are perfect for this.

In my daily life, I've noticed that having a specific place for everything significantly reduces morning stress and saves time for the whole family. Wicker baskets and wall storage are essential for keeping the entryway functional and attractive.

5. Think about lighting

Often overlooked, lighting can completely transform an entryway. Soft, well-placed lighting creates a warm atmosphere and highlights your storage solutions and decorations. I like to add a small lamp or indirect lighting: it creates a comfortable welcome as soon as you walk through the door.

6. My final tip: keep everyday life simple

Finally, an organized entryway is maintained through small habits: putting things back in their place every evening, limiting clutter, and cleaning regularly. Personally, I try to spend 5 minutes every evening reorganizing the entryway: it makes all the difference and keeps the space welcoming for the next day.

Bonus: my favorite items for an organized and welcoming entryway

To help you create a functional and welcoming entryway, here are my favorite products:

• Zoé cube basket – Ideal for shoes, accessories, and everyday items.
• Florence wall storage with hooks – For coats, bags, and light jackets, everything within reach.
• Key tray – Organize your essentials and never search for your keys again.
• Emma wicker basket – Ideal for adding a warm touch and storing certain accessories.
• Kate wall storage – Perfect for small everyday items such as keys, glasses, etc.