Our small mudroom is finally complete, and the before-and-after is incredible. With custom cabinetry, a bench seat, and smart storage, this once-forgotten space is now one of the most functional spots in our home.
When I look back at the before photos of this small space, I can’t believe how underutilized it was. That front closet became a catchall for everything—bags, shoes, coats, and even our internet equipment—and it still never really worked. The closet door constantly collided with the front door, which was a total nightmare every time people came in or out.
Once I landed on the idea of custom built-ins in the family room, everything came together so quickly. I sketched the plan in late August, and now here we are in November with a fully finished mudroom! I’m honestly still pinching myself that it came together so fast. This transformation has completely changed how our family uses this little corner of our home, and I couldn’t be more excited to finally share the reveal with you.
Catch Up on the Mudroom Project
If you’re just joining in, this reveal is actually the fourth post in our mudroom series. Here’s everything that came before:
Now it’s time for the fun part—the final reveal!
The Right Side: Marble Drop Zone & Cane Cabinets
On the far right side of the wall, we carved out one of my favorite spots in the entire mudroom. This little drop zone has both beauty and function, and it’s already making our everyday routines so much smoother.
You’ll also notice that we now have a window streaming in natural light! That window was originally inside the front closet, and it’s nice that it’s now visible in the room.
Marble Countertop
I knew from the start that I wanted marble here. Since this isn’t a wet area (no sink or water splashes to worry about), it felt like the perfect place to bring in a durable but beautiful stone. A friend of mine is a countertop fabricator, and he set aside a remnant just for us. Reach out if you want his information.
With marble, you usually need to buy an entire slab. He cut the main piece for our mudroom, and then used the extras to make a few smaller items—like a marble windowsill, two cutting board-style trays, and even a little piece that Finn now uses on his desk in the basement. Nothing went to waste, and now I get to enjoy marble in more than one room of our home!
Hidden Tech Storage
Beneath the marble, the cabinets are vented cane-front doors, which allow airflow while hiding all of our internet equipment, routers, and Sonos speakers. Before, these cords and boxes were piled into our old coat closet, and now they’re neatly tucked away but still easy to access. It’s such a huge improvement visually, and the cane adds warmth and texture to balance the painted cabinetry.
Open Shelves & Styling
Above the countertop, we added floating wood shelves that are lit by a black picture light. These shelves are the perfect spot for decorative accents, mail, and keys. Right now, I have a plant sitting on the marble windowsill, a framed family photo, and even a framed newspaper clipping that we discovered tucked into the walls during demo. I love showcasing a piece of our home’s history right when you walk in the door.
The Bench & Drawers
The window was always staying, so designing a built-in bench beneath it just made sense. Now we have a practical spot to sit down and take shoes on and off, and guests can do the same when they come in the door.
Deep Storage Drawers
Below the bench, two large drawers hold our bulkier shoes and boots. I lined the bottoms to protect the wood, so even if things get wet or muddy, clean-up is simple. These drawers have already become one of the hardest-working parts of the mudroom.
Custom Cushion
To finish it off, I had a custom cushion made from PatioLane. I’ve used their cushions throughout our home—on the kitchen breakfast nook bench and the basement reading nook—and I love how simple their process is. You just plug in your measurements online, choose a fabric, and they ship a perfectly tailored cushion.
The Lockers & Tall Cabinets
This wall of lockers is hands down the most transformative part of the entire mudroom. Before, we had bags piled in the kitchen, coats stuffed into a tiny
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