I have no choice also cos there is no better place to put the shoe cabinet. If I put on the side, the foyer area will be cramp. Also, my nephew like to run around the house. With the shoe cabinet on the side, it will be life hazzle to him -> not safe. So, the best place is still facing the main door. If the shoe cabinet is only open when we need to take shoe, is it ok to put it there? Thank you.