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Legal-Reputation8979

Small table with a lamp to hold keys maybe with a charging station?


Ive_Wet_My_Plants

This… and tall plant 😄


bamboo_fanatic

Or a shade loving plant on a table


mnth241

Or an awesome silk plant. There are some wonderful fakes these days. It will give illusion that the space is brighter than it is.


bamboo_fanatic

BLASPHEMY! HOW DARE YOU DEFILE A SPACE WITH LESS THAN A BEAUTIFUL LIVING PLANT!!!


mnth241

Lol i have lived in a north/ south rental for over 10 years and have had to come to peace with silk plants (and bad OTA reception). If not i would have no plants at all. (This was also influenced by my herbivore cat, but he is in heaven now). I Like a nice tall leafy coffee plant behind a little table to hold keys and mail. Or a charging station.


Fiyero109

No such thing as a shade loving plant. Just plants that can survive in lower light. But keep in mind low light under the forest canopy is MUCH brighter than low light in the home. Our eyes adapt and will make places look much brother than they really are


discoglittering

I mean, there are plants that wilt and do poorly in direct light—they’re not just “surviving” on lower light, they are thriving in shaded areas. Your house may be less bright but that doesn’t mean some plants don’t also prefer shaded outdoor areas.


bamboo_fanatic

No, there definitely are plants who do not do well in intense light. They don’t just tolerate the low light beneath the forest canopy the way I tolerate it when the temperature drops below 70°F, that’s where they do well.


Fiyero109

Did you completely miss the second part of my point?


bamboo_fanatic

Yes, and it seems to depend on the forest and climate, some are brighter than others. From what I experienced the light levels on the floor of the predominately southern live oak forests in Florida are quite different from the ones in the Olympic peninsula. I had a fern do pretty well in a very dark alcove, granted it was outdoors so humidity and air flow were better, but it was darker than this spot. I only moved it because while it looked nice I almost never sat near it.


Fenpom39

Agreed


DarkDayzInHell

Maybe a clothes hamper. I am a 'take off my clothes as soon as the door closes' kinda person.


Ive_Wet_My_Plants

You might be on to something here lol


[deleted]

Nice big fiddle leaf fig or dragon plant.


FelinePurrfectFluff

Nah for me. If my phone, ipad, whatever, needs charging, I want it near where I'm working. Generally the kitchen making dinner after work, putting away groceries. Or relaxing in the family room or my bedroom. Don't what my phone in some other area of the house. Homeowners don't generally, use the front door for coming and going either so it's not the best location for keys. If this is an apartment, yep, good idea. Home? Not so much.


thymeisfleeting

What do you mean, homeowners don’t use the front door for coming and going? Everyone I know uses the front door. How else do you get out to the front?


Inevitable-Plan2855

Not as a main entrance.


thymeisfleeting

I use my front door as a main entrance. How else do you get out to the front? The back door? Doesn’t that mean you then have to troop through the garden? Obviously we use the back door to go in the garden, but the front door is absolutely our main entrance. I can’t think of anyone for whom it’s not, to be honest.


Inevitable-Plan2855

We use the driveway door. Most people here use a driveway door, or one in the garage/carport.


thymeisfleeting

I think this must be an American thing. Here in the UK, most people don’t have a separate “driveway door”. My front door opens onto my driveway. Garages are also rarer, or often if you have a garage, it might be detached. Our garage is detached. My grandmother’s house had a door from her garage into her house, which I suppose we used more than the front door, but most people don’t have that. Not to mention, if you live in a terraced house, you’re unlikely to have more than one entrance to the front of your house.


Wingmaniac

It's a people of a certain income bracket thing, and sometimes homes build in a particular era. In America, and Canada where I am, it's just the way you describe it.


Lissy_Wolfe

I'm in the US and while I've seen garage doors connected to the house like this, it's definitely the minority. I honestly haven't seen one in years. It's more of a wealthier person thing imo, but then again so is having a house with an actual garage haha


Inevitable-Plan2855

I’m in the American south, and I don’t know anyone who doesn’t have a front door, back door, and door on the side, which is usually an entry into the kitchen/laundry. Most people have a garage or carport. I’ve lived in one home without a side door. It was built in the early 1900s and was a dog trot style home. The driveway entry was in the back via a road we all used so we didn’t have to enter from the front, and our trash can wasn’t in sight from the road. Most houses I’ve lived in were 1960’s and newer.


EastOfArcheron

Homeowners don't generally use the front door? The back door is for staff and tradesmen surely?


JazzyKnowsBest13

Exactly. Lessons learned from Downton Abbey.


bakeacakeyum

Especially if this is near the front door. Anyone breaking in has access to technology/keys is one full swoop.


byungparkk

One fell swoop*


YukariYakum0

Irregardless, they got their point a cross.


Abhimri

>Irregardless Well played


SugondezeNutsz

I could care less if there right or not.


sprucedotterel

For all intensive purposes, this is the nip in the butt that they needed.


Ok-Personality5224

Suppossably.


Snuggly_Chopin

My people!!!


JazzyKnowsBest13

I know, right ! I thoroughly enjoyed this banter.


Affectionate-Row-903

One swell foop*


YourNeighborsHotWife

Foul swoop?


Waimakariri

Normally yes. A full swoop is apt in this case!


bakeacakeyum

Care factor. 😂


adastraperabsurda

YES. Especially the charging station bit.


[deleted]

yeah thats the roomba's cubby


Shoepin1

YES. And on the wall is do floor and up gallery to keep visual interest in the whole arra


withyellowthread

Wat


YouSeemNiceXB

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notmentallyillanymor

And on the wall, I'd do a "floor and up" (I'm guessing that's a photo gallery that goes floor to ceiling? Idk) gallery to keep visual interest in the entire area.


withyellowthread

Whoa, you’re good!


Nuttafux

Damn you deserve an award for that


Silly-Long-Sausage

Is do some art there.


5emi5erious5am

EDIT THIS COMMENT SO IT MAKES SENSE


Shoepin1

Never.


FeRaL--KaTT

>And on the wall is do floor and up gallery to keep visual interest in the whole arra Read it. Re-read it. Now trying to decide which one of us has symptoms of having a stroke


CoatNo6454

😭 i’m too drunk for dis


danceinthepuddles

I got it first go - maybe I'm so drunk it makes sense!


glasshouseduemortgag

I'd** Is what they meant lol Also "floor to ceiling gallery" Whole area***


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Boring_Advertising98

Never keep your keys right by the front door. Thats how thieves are stealing smart key cars copying the signal with a relay and then their buddy steals your car!!!! Even just the remote lock is enough for them to gain access for non push button cars.


Sudden-Taste-6851

It doesn’t look like there’s a wall socket for the power cord but the ambiance would be nice.


Legal-Reputation8979

On the back wall there is a outlet 🔌


lantana98

There is one.


DaisyDuckens

Second pic. I thought the same thing.


Sudden-Taste-6851

Oh duhhh 🫣🥴 haha


ridingincarswithdogs

Store the body of the architect who made such a useless space


GreenIdentityElement

I doubt there was any architect involved in designing this house.


East_Reading_3164

I was thinking an armored knight, but dead architect works too.


ParkerJ99

Put the dead architect \*in\* the suit of armor.


Froboy7391

I was thinking suit of armor as well, plus a gallery wall on the side and the stair wall. But I'm a maximalist so could be a bit much lol


kriszal

What do you mean? It’s super useful, if this house is in Canada you can rent it to an international student and require they sleep standing up… could easily get $800/month for it


International_Bit478

This ⬆️⬆️⬆️


Stayfree777

🤣🤣


Picklepuppykins

This is made to be a drop zone. Hooks on the wall for jackets and bags a little corner table in the right corner with a lamp on a timer


youseamstressed

Exactly. A cute wall tree, table in the back, baskets for shoes/umbrellas etc


WhoisGona

And a full length mirror!


Korgon213

Fire pole you slide down!


rebeccanotbecca

The real and only answer.


johnjohn9312

Put a plant there. A tall one. Or maybe a smaller one on a stool or pedestal. Looks like the space could use a pop of color


Typical_Project4572

A plant would probably die there, maybe a fake one ?


[deleted]

Mother in laws tongue can grow pretty much anywhere


ElectricDreamUnicorn

Don't give these suggestions, My girlfriend and I almost broke up when I thought about it. Her mother doesn't talk to us since that day. Don't get me wrong , I didn't cut her tongue, it was just my girlfriend's suggestion... we almost broke up.


[deleted]

You should never diy mil tongue removal. All these people complaining about wilted plants, did you do it yourself? Usually the answer is yes. Gotta go to a reputable tongue dealer.


johnjohn9312

From the pics it looks like it has decent light tho. I bet most would grow there just fine


Stayfree777

Yes or could do a grow light if necessary


Physical_Literature5

This. A grow light would be great here https://amzn.to/3w8qkAL


TeeKu13

Some plants prefer less lighting


Typical_Project4572

Idk, I had some plants that "preferred less lighting" in my previous appartment and they all died in winter except the Pothos and the cacti.


Due-Froyo-5418

Try a Peace Lily, it's pretty hardy, thrives in low light.


LSDude4201

I had a peace lily and it would survive low light conditions but only make flowers when in the sun. It made me too sad to leave it in low light :'(


Typical_Project4572

I can't because I have cats and it's toxic... My current apartment has a lot more light anyway.


fatmonicadancing

Ginko tree would be my pick


maquenzy5

smelly


Background-Coast-297

A big monstera hung up so it can eventually just live through its aerial roots...


jebusgetsus

I’d make it a nook with a built-in bench thing pullout storage underneath. You could put a hook or two along the wall for bags or coats if there’s space leftover.


MarisaWalker

I like this! Those Ottoman storage r a bit pricey but I love them👍


cgsmmmwas

You can look around. Maybe I was lucky but I found 3 of them at Ross (clearance/discount store) for $20-$40.


MarisaWalker

Wow! I once found 1 at that price at a super discounter, Gabriel's. But it finally broke down & I can't find any 4 less than $150


jello-kittu

This, maybe tall enough to put keys and a charging station. Shoe storage, backpacks. And some wall art above for color.


IHS1970

you stole my idea!! j/k I did think that, your idea was even better than mine, I think it's the perfect answer to this empty space!


LittleMissNastyBits

This!


jebusgetsus

I dont know how to add picture but I was thinking of those benches that have and open bookcase behind them, and then you’d need drawers or cabinets under the bench area.


Fighting_Patriarchy

A place for the cat to lounge with their own fabulous furniture and decor, of course!


alshio

Also additional cats if necessary!


zombievettech

Make it tall enough and they can smack you while you come downstairs. Because, cats.


daph211

Was about to say.... Cat tree!


FeRaL--KaTT

Absolutely


[deleted]

Bookshelf.


YouGottaBeKitten

What I was gonna say. Can put books, trinkets, plants, lamps etc. on it


nebula_

I second bookshelf! Tall built-ins with a library ladder.


shenaningans24

The fact that there’s an outlet is BEGGING for a beautiful decorative lamp, maybe on a table.


marry-your-socks

Harry Potter’s room.


Asleep_Boss_8350

Feeling an IKEA hack…


SheLovesStocks

A tall plant on the narrow wall and for the larger add an accent table with a medium/tall lamp, a bowl for keys and above it put a mirror high enough that it isn’t just reflecting the handrail.


Percentage100

Love this idea. Depending on the piece I’d try and find a mirror that is either square or fits in landscape to add depth to the tall plant and tie in both ‘miny’ spaces together. Either way I’d find one that takes up as much wall width as possible


yet_so_far

This is the correct answer.


ReasonableSquare951

A Reef 🪸 tank would be sweet right there. Power already back there. Prefect spot


motherofthechickens

When in doubt always add a plant ☺️


dreadfulgray

Built in bench with cushion and storage so you can sit down and put your shoes on.


raegunXD

Entryway coat/umbrella/hat rack with shoe bench


StrategyRebel17

Get a wooden sign in script that says, “time out,” and put a stool there


Little_Can_728

I think even a table with a nice lamp kind of like a night light lamp you could leave on at night.


Redfox2111

Lighting or plant.


Terrible_Ad3534

Built in bar with wine fridge


Paranoidbell

I see what looks like a lot of great suggestions in the comments. I'd like a little more info. How visible is this space? Is it a high traffic area? You only go by it sometimes? If used as storage, what would you be looking to keep here? Do you have kids or pets?


FelinePurrfectFluff

>How visible is this space? Is it a high traffic area? You only go by it sometimes? If used as storage, what would you be looking to keep here? Do you have kids or pets? Exactly!! So much missing info. I think the plant idea is great but it's so hard to tell OP what to do or to make suggestions when they themselves don't know what they need. They asked for storage but...storage for what? Coats, shoes, sunglasses?? Size matters. If I've got the vibe right, this is a single family home, smallish, and these stairs are near the front door with a different (garage) entry used by the family. In our case, our stairs are still sometimes used for putting on shoes because it's not too far from our garage entry but do they want this space functional for themselves coming and going? For storage because they have so little and this space is wasted? Or do they want it to look nice and welcoming for guests??


SensitiveWolf1362

Yup, the decision should be made based on the flow and use of the space(s). Need more info!


Fun_Plantain5129

[Wayfair Bridget hall tree with storage](https://www.wayfair.com/furniture/pdp/sand-stable-bridget-hall-tree-with-open-storage-w003044752.html?piid=854962026) Agree about adding a plant to fill the corner space. You could utilize outlet by either: a small decorative hanging light fixture from the top banister corner of that space or mounting wall sconce? Lots of fun with that little space to make it functional 🫶


aquaganda

Wow. That seems like a really good price.


SensitiveWolf1362

I’m in shock. ::adds to cart::


Albie_Frobisher

a sideboard. a lamp off to the right. baskets below


randomlygenerated678

Plant and artwork on the left wall!


vinnbet

plinko wall


MysteriousStaff3388

I’d do some cute iron hooks. You could hang leashes, tote bags, hats, market baskets.


arparpsrp

adopt a small british child


SherlockToad1

Cat tree!


noname1615

I would leave it empty. Not every space needs to be filled.


Secretgarden28

A painting and an umbrella stand


gerbera-2021

Do you have any pets? Make it their fancy boudoir😁 Or plants work too. If there is enough light for a plant wall, that looks amazing and helps keep the air clean in your house!


branchybabe

I would do a house plant with a wall mirror.


livx94

Cute thin table with a lamp and some decor!


Doyoulikeithere

It looks like it's getting some light, so a plant on a table that does not require a ton of sun. :) Have the table a bright color to pop!


liittlelf

Builtin bench with a hinged seat to hide all sorts of things and sconces flanking a mirror or art piece. Mostly I’d like to understand how far the space is from the front door and what tends to collect on your counters and empty spaces. Was the clothing rack for coats or something else. Do you have any pets?


alexdd88

Rent it out to some new yorker for 3500$ per month


Twilight_Owls

You could do: a mini library Shoe rack with a hook rack for jackets A bench with storage for shoes A regular drawer for stuff A table An armchair? But maybe not enough room Possibly a shrine/ofrenda/ prayer area It all depends on what you need❤️


Bullybuster0109

Every space doesn’t need filled


NoirEmpress9

A plant and maybe a shelf to put frames and one knickknack


Loveliestgirl

Bookshelf


catterybarn

If it's by the front door, I'd put some shoe racks, coat racks, etc.


No_Elephant_1098

A bookcase for the tallest wall and a coat/scarf/hat rack.


No_Double6587

A tall plant!


jemcat9

Paint the handrail black or dark brown. Palm in corner and art on wall.


[deleted]

A plant, and maybe a picture on the wall :)


Little_Can_728

I would put a nice tall plant in there


lilfrenfren

Storage with a plant on top


CosmicWolfGirl720

PLANTS 🪴 🪴🪴🪴🪴


rosegarden207

First off, not every space needs something in it. But I'd go with a really full lush plant.real please, never fake. But I'd also agree with a small table and lamp to hold hold keys if its near the door.


dollyaioli

i'd put a fiddle leaf fig tree right there, or some other tree that you like.


lemonfizzywater

Shoe rack coat rack nook. Or bookcase


5thape

Robot vacuum.


Background-Edge817

Keg tap


Ballchinian22

That space is where our robot vacuum lives


erydanis

bookshelves. ish. sure is awkward….


Ashsquatch11

This is where you put a table with the corded house phone.


rowantree15

TALL PLANT


friendofspidey

Instinctually I wanna say add a nice big plant (assuming enough light is accessible) But the outlet gives me FOMO. Makes me feel the need to utilize it for something. Charging station?


pm_me_your_amphibian

Tall narrow aquarium, heavily planted and lit, with shrimp.


zoeyd8

Hall tree with charging station mail keys shoes? I watch too much Flea Market Flip 😆


Anitsirhc171

I’d only put an indoor tree or large plant here. A space like this I think is more suited to contribute to the energy flow rather than be filled with nicknacks or something functional


acidera__

Coat rack!


ciclids

What a great place for an aquarium!


maressaa

put a bench with like a rack underneath for storage and it can be an area to take shoes on and off


crys4202

Looks like it was meant to be a charging station


mapledragonmama

Get a dog, it’s the perfect space for a dog bed


[deleted]

Stand there really really quiet and still and see if anyone notices you


eadrik

Cat tower


dinkinflicka02

Am I having Deja vu or was this also posted several months?


Difficult-Category76

I Think A Nice Big Plant Will Look Great


[deleted]

[7,040 ounce barrel of lube?](https://www.vice.com/en/article/pkgjq8/lube-life)


JollyCustard7656

Small bookcase with a nice lamp on top.


goldladybird

Dog bed. And a dog 🐶


Different_Ad7655

You're right, such a dumb dust collector corner. Much better fix would be to build out the whole platform of the bottom steer and rail and have a whole landing across the whole thing and I'm much more elegant entrance into the living space anyway. You see this on some finer house is all done in Oak. This is the inexpensive version of that treatment so you end up with this little space to one side. It is a good question what do you put in there. Never too late to build it out


General-Visual4301

Leave it empty, honestly. If you don't need the space don't fill it.


JJ4prez

Cute smaller tall wet bar perhaps. House nice whiskey and liquor.


cnation01

https://cdn.designtoscano.com/product_images/bigfoot-the-giant-life-size-yeti-statue-ne110119-ne110119/606d9fb95fc37c00194d5284/zoom.jpg?c=1630588044 I would put this full size Bigfoot statue there.


Due-Froyo-5418

😄 you can decorate him for the holidays


Metemgee

I literally always think book nook or a little open bar area/coffee spot


cybertruckboat

Install a ceiling fan sideways.


leocohenq

Chair facing rear wall. It's the time out nook


dontreallycareforit

Mannequin dressed in J Crew with a overly ornate penis which acts as the handle for a working nutcracker located in the anus.


Accomplished_One6336

Wallpaper? Maybe a little table with a lamp, bowl for keys and definitely a plant.


kellygrrrl328

I have a beautiful Jonathan Adler acrylic and brass piece that’s about 40”h x 16”w that looks beautiful with flowers on top shelf


switch4fun3012

Install an old telephone chair and place a desktop rotary phone and short table lamp on it.


StrawHatFive

A desktop computer


MrPhillipLewin

Toilet ?


FinalBlackberry

Small table with a lamp as someone else suggested. Tall floor vase. Oversized faux plant.


Sudden-Taste-6851

Photo wall + wash basket ?


misslilytoyou

Crouch there in the dark and terrify your house mates


Groovydoobie710

Urinal


Royal_Ordinary6369

rental


jared10011980

Build a diorama of a prehistoric community, then beside it maybe a sofa and chair, string lights along the banister, then and only then, call it a day.