Stylish Entry Bench

Whether you need a place to change shoes, a landing zone for groceries, or a place to stash outdoor gear, this cabinet does it all.

First impressions are important. While it may be foolish to judge a book by its cover, most people will likely form an opinion after the first few pages. The same is true with many things, a home included. An entryway, whether grand or humble, says a lot. The entry bench you see here isn’t just about function, but also about revitalizing the feel of your home — for your guests and yourself. The bench is split into two sides. On the right, open shelving accomodates two pairs of shoes, whatever their heights. On the left sit two drawers with full-extension slides. These drawers are wide and deep, allowing you to keep a number of things easily at hand as you leave the home. One of the first things that stands out about this bench is the colors. The birch cabinet sits on a base of black walnut while within lie the drawers, standing out starkly with their coat of matte gray. The shapes too provide subtle contrasts — hard lines are offset with rounded feet and edging. All in all, the bench attracts attention without hogging the spotlight, giving your home the perfect first impresssion.

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  • 8 pages of step-by-step instructions
  • 30 full-color photos and illustrations and exploded views
  • Hardware sources and materials list

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