We are in the process of updating the basement hallway and this hall tree is just what I was looking for.  We have a walkout basement with garage underneath - so we typically enter the house through the basement and this hallway becomes a drop zone.  I wanted a place to put our shoes, hold backpacks and purses, as well as eventually add storage cubes for winter and running gear.  This is a standard size hallway that stays cluttered so I didn’t want anything that would add to the madness - the style of this hall tree is simple and clean.  I was able to add a rubber mat to help keep our shoes from damaging it and it fits pretty well.  I think this hall tree works great for simple no fuss areas but would also look great in an entry way or mud room