5. Create a Dedicated Drop Zone by the Entryway
Clutter often enters the home right through the front door in the form of keys, mail, shoes, bags, and jackets. To stop the spread of mess into the rest of your house, establish a dedicated drop zone near your entryway. Install a row of sturdy wall hooks for coats and dog leashes, place a slim console table with a catch-all bowl for keys and mail, and slide a low basket underneath for shoes. Having a specific “home” for these grab-and-go items prevents them from scattering across kitchen counters and dining tables.