Plan of attack: “Planning of the space was critical. Several sketches went back and forth. The mirror and drawers sit directly across from the garage entry-exit. This divided the space into two zones: kids and adults. Natural light, view and connectivity to the outdoors were critical to all spaces in the house, and the mudroom was no exception. “The full-light French door answered the request for all of these criteria. The three-quarter-height painted wood wainscot takes the daily wear and tear better than painted gypsum wallboard, while keeping the space looking fresh and clean. Directly behind the photographer of this shot is the powder room, located in close proximity to the garage and outdoors while still hidden from the main living space.” Why the design works: “Slate flooring offered both warmth and function for the family mudroom entrance, which is just off the garage. As [the home is for] a family of four in a farm setting in the Northeast, space was required for boots, coats and attire for all seasons. Upper cabinets hide the winter items in the warmer months. As stated above, the two zones — adults and kids — offer scale and function.” What wasn’t working: “The initia...
Added bench around the corner. This is closest to what we will be set up like.
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