9 farmhouse mudrooms perfect for kicking off the boots and halting life's messy moments

When hearing the term "mudroom," the first thing that comes to mind is, well, mud. One expects to find dirt coupled with an unorganized chaos of shoes, tools, and random items family members forgot to put away. However, mudrooms are essential to farmhouse and country living. They halt life’s messy moments from making their way into the rest of the home and help to keep families better organized.

Mudrooms are typically used by families as a primary entrance into the home, leaving the main entrance open for visitor use. This staging area is unique to each household and can be customized accordingly. From big and bold touches to old fashioned rustic charm, check out these nine mudroom designs for creating a functional and inviting space.

Limestone floors, a wide iron door and a vintage lantern style light fixture are the highlights of this remodeled mudroom. This is definitely more chic than shabby. An extension from the home’s main hall, the room’s glass and iron panes allow for easy monitoring of family traffic.

A traditional wooden door leads into the garden. Leave both doors and the window open during the warmer months to allow a cool breeze to fill the home. Clearly styled for modern family living, this walnut toned mudroom features a single decorated wooden bench, an elevated boot rack and a shelving rack for outerwear. 

Be sure to wipe your feet on the grass doormat when entering this mudroom. The room’s earth tone décor and white panel walls pair well with the re-purposed barn wood floor and wooden ceiling.  Large windows and a glass panel door welcome the country sun.

The chandelier and wall lantern provide additional lighting, creating rustic elegance. No more endless searches for backpacks, coats and shoes. Each child has their own cubbie for personal storage use. The shelf can be kept bare, used for storing additional items or to house precious knickknacks and memories.

 This modern farmhouse mudroom in Atlanta is connected to the home’s garage, providing a quick and safe in and out for busy mornings. Built in double drawers, open lockers, cubbies and overhead cabinets provide plenty of storage options. A neutral marble tile floor, pale pistachio wood and cream walls lend to the no muss, no fuss décor. Simple orb light fixtures are soft on eyes when transitioning from outdoor to indoor lighting. The mudroom is also equipped with central air to help the family keep cool.

A classic Dutch door and small side window welcome in the fresh air and sunshine. The grey slate tile floor ensures easy cleanup on those extra messy days. Minimal décor needed, this traditional white cottage mudroom is crisp and clean. The mudroom is equipped with both heating and central air. The overhead built-in cabinets and open lockers allow the family to store everyday personal and recreational items. Sit for a spell on the built in bench which also doubles as a hidden storage option.

Reminiscent of an old school house, albeit without windows, this white dove and wooden mudroom remains unadorned. Twin chandeliers hang from the high ceiling. Open lockers, cubbies with baskets and under the bench spacing add to the room’s many organization and storage options. With a bevy of floor to ceiling cabinets, it’s only natural that the room is equipped with a rolling ladder complete with safety lock.

           
Cubbies abound in this rustic accented mudroom. From floor to ceiling, the family is able to neatly tuck away everything from shoes to sweaters to bags. Smaller items, such as gloves and sunglasses, can be placed into the row of drawers in between the cubbies. Lantern light fixtures hang from the off white and maple wood beam ceiling. Hang your jacket on mounted wall pegs and have a seat on the stained wooden bench while looking outdoors. A large area rug sits atop a wooden stained floor tying the rooms natural and light putty elements together.

Who says mudrooms have to be large in order to be functional? This mudroom, formerly a small closet, features shiplap, a built-in shoe shelf and a small bench. The built in cubbies and shelf allow for added storage space without taking up additional room. The mixed tiled floor adds subtle character to the small room’s atmosphere. The dark blue door, which leads to the garage, helps to hide any dirt while giving the room a needed splash of color.

It’s not really a mudroom until animals get involved. This Fido friendly mudroom truly accommodates all members of the family. Stacked baskets and drawers and double shelving mean extra places to store towels, hats and pet supplies. There is no shortage of hooks either. The tiled half shower is perfect for pet bathing and for pre-cleaning super soiled outerwear. No need to worry about ruining the faded wood floor with dirt and grime. A trio of high windows and a singular overhead light illuminate the room.

Stone tile floors and wood paneling from top to bottom. This mudroom is packed with barn beauty and charm, as evidenced by the natural and stone color tones. A two-person peekaboo storage bench rests just inside the entryway. The room is free of hooks but all of your personal and seasonal belongings can be stored in one of the many cubbies. Save for the overhead shelf being decorated with  retro style tractor plates, the room is only filled with everyday farm essentials.

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