We have a small dark alcove just inside the front door to our apartment. I could never figure out what to do with it. Anything we put in there seem to get lost in its darkness. Until I found this hall tree. It fits perfectly. It lightens up the whole space. We left out the two middle hooks and hung a small oval mirror in their place. So now it is the perfect spot for putting on and removing shoes, hanging up scarves and backpacks, and checking the mirror before leaving. I can’t stop looking at it. I have to admit I totally relied on my handyman husband to put it all together. Which he did in about an hour. Without swearing.