The entryway is the first thing, guests see, when visiting your home, so a chic entryway bench does not only provide convenient seating, it also helps set the mood of your home. 

Your home’s entrance can easily be one of the most neglected parts of your home. It’s also where school bags and shoes tend to pile up. If you’d like to add a sense of style and comfort to this part of your home, a bench may help you to achieve just that. In fact, any of these entryway benches designs/inspirations may just provide the winning look.

Entryway benches can serve various purposes and reside in multiple areas—not just entryways. Ask yourself the following questions to choose the right bench: Do you want open shelving to display books, plants, and sentimental objects? Is concealed storage important? Will you require hooks for garments, hats, or gear? If you intend to use your unit as a shoe organizer, how much vertical space will your tallest pair of shoes require? 

Size

If your space is limited, pay close attention to bench dimensions and consider options that offer vertical storage. For smaller areas, benches that are shorter than 30 inches wide, have shallow profiles, or double as hall trees might work best.

Style

Benches come in an array of styles, so find one that suits your personal taste. Popular entryway bench styles include contemporary, cottage or farmhouse, industrial, midcentury modern, minimalist, traditional, and Tudor.