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Smart Entryway Essentials I Used to Build My Dream Mudroom Command Center
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items After testing dozens of smart home setups and storage hacks, I compiled everything used to build this moody, high-tech entryway. From touchscreen displays to warm continuous LED lighting and hideaway baskets, here is my exact layout list to create a ...
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📱 The Smart Command Center & Daily Hub
🔐 Front Door Security & Keyless Drop Zone
💡 Architectural & Mood Accent Lighting
🪵 Floating Shelves & Mail Storage
🧺 Baskets, Charging Docks & Organization
🌿 Organic Decor & Greenery Accents
📱 The Smart Command Center & Daily Hub
These are the core displays and organization boards I rely on to keep our family's schedule, grocery lists, and daily reminders completely streamlined before walking out the door.
I mounted this right next to our entryway door, and it has completely transformed how our family stays organized. Having color-coded schedules and grocery lists visible at a glance makes rushing out the door on busy mornings so much smoother.
Smart Home Hub & Daily Family Planner
I love blending high-tech widgets with tactile physical planning. The deep charcoal surface on this board looks incredible against dark wood paneling, and the extra-large monthly grid gives us plenty of room for weekly meal plans and notes.
Extra Large Chalkboard Calendar for Wall, Dry Erase Wall Calendar 38x50in
My favorite wall-mounted tech upgrade by far! I use it as a central smart display to view our front door camera feeds, control entryway lighting scenes, and play music the second we step inside.
Amazon Echo Show 15 — Full HD Smart Display with Alexa
🔐 Front Door Security & Keyless Drop Zone
Upgrades I added to eliminate key hunting on busy mornings and give us total peace of mind whenever package deliveries arrive.
Switching to keyless entry was a total game-changer for our family. I set up fingerprint access and custom keypad codes so we never have to worry about getting locked out or fumbling through bags with arms full of groceries.
LOCKSTAR® Smart Door Lock • Keyless Entry Deadbolt Door Lock • Multiple Entry Methods – APP • Fingerprint Touch ID • Keypad Code • Card FOB • Traditional Key • Smart Home Devices
The dual-camera setup gives me absolute peace of mind by letting me monitor both package drops on the porch and incoming guests right from my phone or smart display screen.
Anona 3K Dual Cam Video Doorbell Camera Wireless No Subscription with Chime
I attached these to our main keyrings and dog leashes on the hook rack. Precision finding has saved me from being late to work more times than I can count!
Apple AirTag — Key & Backpack Item Tracker
💡 Architectural & Mood Accent Lighting
The exact warm-white LED setup I built to create a cozy, high-end architectural glow across our entryway wall.
I installed these vertical linear sconces to frame our slat wall. The sleek matte black finish matches our door hardware, and the soft ambient beam instantly elevates dark paint colors.
Only Suitable for Small Junction Box Hardwired Wall Sconces Dimmable 24''
COB technology is my secret weapon for under-shelf lighting. Unlike standard LED strips that show individual harsh dots, these produce a completely smooth, continuous warm light beam underneath our floating shelves.
Pandery COB LED Strip,LED Strip Lights 5M/16.4ft,Touch Dimmable LED Strips,CRI90+,2700K Warm White cob led,1600LEDs,24V LED Tape Lights,Indoor for Bedroom, Kitchen, TV, Mirror,Cabinet
I snapped these magnetic puck lights directly under our shoe bench and lower shelves. They automatically light up the floor space the moment anyone walks into the mudroom at night.
Magnetic Rechargeable LED Motion Sensor Night Lights
I plugged all of our accent lights into these smart plugs so they automatically turn on at sunset and turn off at bedtime. They integrated with my smart hub in seconds!
TP-Link Kasa Matter Smart Wi-Fi Plug (Compact Design)
🪵 Floating Shelves & Mail Storage
Warm walnut timber and heavy-duty hardware I used to create vertical storage without taking up floor space.
The solid American walnut timber on these shelves brings so much natural warmth into a dark, moody space. They are incredibly sturdy and hide all mounting hardware completely inside the wood.
ROGMARS 36 Inches Long Walnut Floating Shelves
I used these smaller 18-inch walnut shelves to fill vertical gaps alongside our command center board. They are the ideal size for displaying small potted plants, candles, and framed art.
Homeforia 18 Inch Floating Shelves, High-End Solid Pine Wood, Set of 2
I mounted this hook rail directly beneath our main shelf. The sturdy matte black hooks handle heavy winter coats, leather tote bags, and backpacks without bending or pulling off the wall.
Evermagin 29" Coat Rack Wall Mount with Shelf for Entryway, Black
This organizer completely cured our counter clutter! The deep slot holds incoming mail neatly, while the lower hooks give our keys a permanent, dedicated drop zone.
Lwenki Wooden Wall Mail Holder with Key Rack
🧺 Baskets, Charging Docks & Organization
How I keep daily charging cables hidden and organize smaller items into clean, labeled bins.
I keep a few of these woven baskets in our bench cubbies to hide winter scarves, umbrellas, and shoes. The rich dark weave adds great texture while keeping clutter out of sight.
Storage Baskets: 6 Pack Stackable Woven Storage Bins, Black
I placed this on our drop-zone cabinet so my phone, watch, and earbuds start charging the second I walk through the door—no tangles or messy cords on display!
3-in-1 Magnetic Wireless Charging Stand for iPhone, Watch & AirPods
My absolute favorite tool for staying organized. I print custom labels directly from my phone to mark every storage basket and mail slot so everyone in the house knows where things go.
Brother P-touch Easy-to-Use Handheld Label Maker
🌿 Organic Decor & Greenery Accents
Natural potted elements I placed on top shelves to balance hard tech edges with fresh organic texture.
The matte finish and subtle texture on this pot look so elevated. It grounds the entryway corner and brings rich contrast against our dark wood furniture.
Fox & Fern Large Planter for Indoor or Outdoor, Black Matte, 14.6 Inch
Since our entryway gets limited natural light, I opted for these faux trailing plants on our top shelf. The greenery drapes down gracefully over the shelves, softening the clean lines of our tech setups.
Whonline 2pcs Fake Hanging Plants, Artificial Potted Plants for Indoor Outdoor Aesthetic Office Living Room Shelf Decor