Gary + Gayle: Cincinnati, Ohio

Everyday items have their place in the mud room, where the Schneiders have chosen hooks for easy access. The bench was a flea market find that the couple repainted to soften the contrast between white bead board walls and the slate floor. A hinged seat means more concealed storage for the household, and less clutter. Coat Hooks: Van Dykes Restoration Catalog Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2013 Houzz