You are lucky if you have a whole room to contain your "mud." And you are double lucky if you have built-ins cubbies to corral all your (and your family's) jackets, boots, bags, umbrellas, etc. If there isn't a whole room, don't fret! You can create a "mudroom" with a dresser, bookshelf or armoire along with some well placed hooks. Just don't forget to add some "flair" to showcase your personality! [Am I the only person that still uses air quotes?]