The laundry / mudroom was positioned to have direct access from the garage. Since this was the main point of access for the family, it was designed to be welcoming space. Smart, cheerful, organized and importantly, functional. A bench seat is provided with easily accessible, under seat drawers for storing school shoes, sport shoes etc. In addition to lots of storage, it also has a built in clothes basket and broom cupboard neatly concealed under the stairs.