The mudroom design of this 1920s Tudor matches the charm of this grand historic home. The functional space for shedding shoes, coats, and backpacks, as well as for storing household cleaning supplies ...

KEVIN TRIMMER Lacking a mudroom as well as a dedicated homework area, Carolyn Salinetti’s clients, a young family of four in Medford, built a 11-by-7½-foot addition to accommodate both functions.

A great mudroom design should serve as both a durable and practical place to kick off your muddy boots (hence the name) as well as a warm and inviting entryway to your home.

The Strap Shelf Brackets Set of 2 with Shelf & Rod ($482) from Rejuvenation provide a sleek option for storage in a mudroom. Optional “S” hooks allow you to hang jackets, scarves, hats and more.