Roundup: Products for your Landing Strip

Junk mail is probably the number one clutter culprit in our home. Sorting through it always seems to be the task that we put off for later. However, we've found that keeping a trashcan by the front door and/or hall table prevents clutter accumulation before it begins. Toss junk mail in a paper only wastebasket as you walk in and combine it with your recycling later. Here are a few stylish entry-worthy options.
The Tubelor Trashcan from Molla Space comes in 6 colors. The tube on top masks eye sore trash bags underneath.
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We also like Target's ceramic Reaction Oasis Paper Waste Box which looks more like a piece of decor than a trash receptacle.

These beautiful baskets from Uncommon Goods made from recycled rags are our top pick for price and graphic points.

Another must for an orderly entryway is a good tray or bin for pocket change and other small items that easily get lost in the mix. We like smaller trays that don't let us throw in too much, otherwise too many things begin to accumulate in it.

We love John Derian's tray designs, and were especially thrilled when he joined Target's Design for All movement. We love this small, shallow tray that's just big enough for pocket contents and keys. Here's one of our favorites.

Another favorite is Etsy seller, dcmetaldesign's gorgeous ginkgo leaf tray

If you're looking for a more comprehensive organizing system for your console table, we love CB2's Format desk accessories. They're clear so they won't let you get away with being too messy or accumulating too much clutter on the entry table.

The entry table itself also has a big impact on the landing strip. Most of our entries won't accommodate huge entry tables. DWR's Rubik Console Table is an investment, but it's narrow profile will ensure it will fit in most entries for years to come. We like that it doesn't have drawers because too may hiding places for junk get us in trouble, and we also like that it's on sale!

But for those who prefer a little more storage or a smaller price tag, The Company Store's Bristol Console which comes in 5 colors is another great pick.

(Image: 1: Living Etc)

Great tips--I always just dump my stuff when I walk in the door.

Ashley
http://rainycitystyle.blogspot.com

posted by RainyCityStyle on April 2nd 2009 at 1:32pm
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Can anyone give some info on the coat rack in the first photo? That is perfect... :)

posted by alittleltc on April 2nd 2009 at 1:36pm
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I'm looking for a console table with a similar look to the DWR one but with a smaller footprint (10 inches deep X 30 inches long). Any suggestions? Thanks!

posted by susang on April 2nd 2009 at 1:43pm
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All great tips! And I love the idea of having a clock hanging over the landing strip. I hadn't thought of that. I might add one. Currently, we have a mirror hanging over ours. It's so nice to be able to look into it on our way out the door, to make sure we don't have any lettuce stuck between our teeth, or to make sure our hair isn't sticking up, etc. Sounds vain, but we use our landing strip's mirror every day before we go outside to face the world.

posted by tikilicious on April 2nd 2009 at 1:49pm
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Susang - check out Room&Board, they have some tables that resemble this one and are available in custom sizes: R&B Parsons Console Table

posted by Aaron on April 2nd 2009 at 1:51pm
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Susang, I have this one and I love it.

http://www.roomandboard.com/rnb/product/detail.do?productGroup=19700&category=rm_living_spaces&subcategory=console_table

posted by Wigorama on April 2nd 2009 at 1:57pm
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where is that messenger bag from?

posted by pedalpowered on April 2nd 2009 at 2:05pm
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a trash bin beneath the landing strip would be great for junk mail... another good idea

posted by sunan on April 2nd 2009 at 2:11pm
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the original picture is wonderful and i too would love to know the origins of the coat rack and the desk that hides the laptop inside. they're perfect!

posted by Joan in SB on April 2nd 2009 at 2:12pm
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anyone know anything about that desk/computer station in the first picture?

posted by BassoonBuffoon on April 2nd 2009 at 2:28pm
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I really love the coat rack too. If anyone knows where it's from please link! Thanks :)

posted by plumeria on April 2nd 2009 at 2:50pm
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I have the Room & Board slim console table (http://www.roomandboard.com/rnb/product/detail.do?productGroup=19700) for my narrow hallway (though I have the one that's only 7" deep). It's significantly less expensive than the DWR version and it's served me well for years.

I think another piece that's great for small space landing strips is the Ikea shoe cabinet. We've had the low and wide sandes cabinet in our hall closet for a while (http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/90111895) and it's great not only b/c it tucks the shoes away, but also because you can put a tray for mail, keys, etc on top of it.

posted by deneph on April 2nd 2009 at 2:50pm
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there's no letter J on that tray

posted by kira lee on April 2nd 2009 at 2:53pm
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kira lee - I think it's because there's no J or W in classical Latin (the W is also missing)

posted by robinette on April 2nd 2009 at 3:31pm
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thanks Aaron, Wigorama and deneph. I had been contemplating the Room and Board "slim collection" and I think it might be a winner.

posted by susang on April 2nd 2009 at 3:39pm
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I was *just* coming here to ask about that coat rack. So cute.

posted by Kim on April 2nd 2009 at 9:21pm
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tracked down the coat rack via Living Etc Gallery (hallways). it's Conran Shop, which is only UK, right?

still no word on the desk ... so if anyone knows that would be awesome.

posted by Joan in SB on April 2nd 2009 at 11:16pm
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oh...so cute! Does anyone have info on both bags in first pic? thanks!

posted by baghag on April 2nd 2009 at 11:20pm
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The first photo is from the October 2007 issue of Living, etc. No idea who makes the messenger bag (want it, love it, need it) but it should be easy enough to track down the magazine or make the bag yourself.

posted by Mlle Kate on April 3rd 2009 at 10:52am
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"Junk mail is probably the number one clutter culprit in our home."

Can't you get a 'no junk mail' sticker for your door?

posted by petethecat on April 6th 2009 at 1:35am
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I love that clock - does anyone know where it is from?

Thanks!

posted by WickedElf on April 6th 2009 at 10:16am
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Nevermind my question, I found it by googling 'ball clock' :)

posted by WickedElf on April 6th 2009 at 10:36pm
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