A landing place for everyday keys

Follow your first movements

Notice where you stand after closing the door and where you usually put a bag. A small dish or hook near that spot may be more useful than a tidy organiser across the room. Keep it away from an edge where objects are easily knocked off.

Give it one job

Start with keys and perhaps one other daily item. Receipts and spare cables can quickly bury the thing you need. If the surface fills up, remove the unrelated objects rather than immediately choosing a larger container. The best arrangement is easy to repeat while thinking about something else.