Oh, and I just got to thinking, if you want something out of the ordinary...how about using an old louvered door (or shutter)?  You'd have to measure the area with the louvers and cut a thin piece of plywood to fit and secure to the back so the mail wouldn't fall through.  Then just add hooks to hang on the wall.  You could paint a number of slats for each person so they'd know where to get their own mail.  They come in various sizes and you often can find used ones if you like the old peeling paint look.

The only draw back is other than adding hooks for keys you couldn't use it for other items like you could a basket.

Or a little more decorative and you sew or know someone that does this idea could be adapted to your decor.

Wall Quilt Mail Organizer

Would something like this do?  It goes over the door, but it's a bit cuter than the typical wall mail organizers that are available.

 Over the door wicker baskets.

That's weird, it ate my last comment.  Pah.

I live in a townhouse, and through the front door the kitchen is to the left, the 1/2 bath and stairs are to the right.  Straight ahead is the dining room and living room.  There is wall space between the bathroom and the stairs, maybe about a foot.

Thank you!  Sorry it took so long :D 

No, you're not being difficult.  I wouldn't have asked if I didn't want to help.  I love this kind of challenge. 

You mentioned front door so I'm guessing either you have an entry room/hall or it comes straight into your living area and not a more private entry into a kitchen.  Am I right in assuming that?

Does it have to hang on the wall?  There are so many ways one can organize mail other than the traditional wall organizer.  If not, could you show me a picture of the area you're wanting the mail organized?  That way I or other's could easily help you with an idea that's not so "ugly".

Becky <><