You've organized your entryway, hung hooks, and no longer leave piles of mail sitting there. Still, it needs something to make it more interesting. Why not try a cheerful, welcoming wash of color? More

There's something kind of extravagant about fixtures that don't function. For example: taking a vintage socket from another country and installing (but not wiring) it by the door. "Why", you ask? Well, to hold your keys! It's a landing strip key rack with way more jet-setting geek cred.

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After Christmas ran off and left my front door completely bare, I've been in wreath withdrawal. I need some greenery and color back in my life, and this pretty wreath fits the bill perfectly! More

When you're short on space, shoes and bags are some of the hardest items to give a proper home. It seems like they're always hanging around in the wrong rooms, getting crushed together in a too-small bin, getting tangled together on a top shelf, or gathering dust at the back of a closet. Here are some lovely and clever ways to put those shoes and bags in their proper place. More

The entryway is your – and your guests' – first impression of your home. And you know what they say - you only get one chance to make a first impression. We've rounded up hooks, racks, landing strips and other essentials to help turn your entry into a space that is welcoming and, just as importantly, convenient. More

Have you ever let the door slam behind you only to realize that your keys are still inside? D'oh! Been there. Hanging a hook for keys by the door may help prevent a lock out. Or, at least, you'll always know where your keys are hanging — remembering to grab them before you leave is all on you. More

We're big proponents of the landing strip around here. Having a space by the front door where you can immediately drop mail, keys and other essentials is a quick and easy way to keep clutter to a minimum. If you don't have space for a table in your entry, perhaps one of these wall mounted options will work for you. More

While setting up my house's landing strip as part of the January Cure last week, I went on a hunt for a little inspiration. While we have tons of inspiration here at Apartment Therapy, I wondered if the world outside of our blog had caught on to the name. Eventually, I ended up at the home design photofest, Houzz. And it turns out that "landing strips" do indeed have a presence over there. More

Renovating a home, a change in residence, or even the beginning of a new calendar year — these are usually the times when we're seeking a fresh start and end up rushing out to buy just the right little thing to bring our home to the next level. I'm all for the idea of fresh start, but I think sometimes we don't put much thought into these purchases, often buying on a whim, simply because they aren't our expensive, big-ticket items. Here are some thoughts on when to save — and what it's okay to splurge on. More

The kids come home from school, eager to kick their shoes off and start the afternoon — and there it is, the inevitable living room shoe pile… or even worse, random shoes scattered all over the house! I'm having trouble coming up with a system that works for me and them, so I'm asking you — how do you control your little ones' kicks? More