This is the season when well-designed entryways and mudrooms come into play. As the days get shorter, temperatures drop, and the leaves disappear, we start tracking that outdoors into our homes. Autumn brings in a flurry of different outdoor activities—hiking, apple picking, hayrides, and cooler weather—and with that comes a host of seasonal gear. Boots, scarves, jackets, and umbrellas become part of the daily routine, and without a dedicated space, these items can clutter up living areas quickly. That’s why these spaces are critical during fall and winter and can have a big impact on simplifying your seasonal storage needs.

The nice thing about entryways and mudrooms, they ...