Entrys

The entrance, or entryway, of your home is the first impression presented to people when they arrive. It’s also the last impression when they leave. For these reasons, one should never shy away from investing in these often overlooked areas.

Deciding how much space to designate for an entryway can be tough. On one hand, the space isn’t very functional, like a kitchen or living room. On the other hand, the front foyer is the first impression your home offers to visitors. Too often a home’s foyer is ignored. While we don’t suggest dedicating too much of your budget to your foyer, you can’t go wrong in making your front entrance a good design representative of the rest of your home. Rich textiles, a stunning chandelier, and delicate archways are just a few of the features that can give your entryway an overall elegant finish.

A few thoughts on what to consider for your entryway.

Statement Lighting

Statement lighting is often reserved for the living room and dining room, but not for designer Isabel Runsewe. According to her, the foyer is a great place to update your lighting and make the space feel high-end.

Any Mirror, Simple or Show-Stopping

Mirrors help brighten up the space, making it a must-have for any pint-sized, gloomy entrance.

Curated Artwork

Besides instantly elevating the space from bland to design-forward, artwork creates a welcoming mood that would make anyone feel at ease.

Oversized Pieces

If there’s one guaranteed way to make a lasting impression on your guests, it’s to add large-scale pieces. Avoid overpacking the space with a bunch of knick-knacks. Doing this will only make your entryway feel cluttered and cramped.

Storage Solutions

In addition to looking pretty and put-together, your home’s entrance should, most importantly, serve your family’s needs daily. A stylized entryway table or console makes for a great place to add decor items that give a good first impression of your style choices.

Prints and Texture

For a dose of fun, you can’t go wrong with textured walls and statement wallpaper.

Stylish Floor Treatments

Just like your walls, your entryway floor deserves attention too. A runner or rug is always a welcome addition to the entry and for two particular reasons, One: it’s functional to wipe feet and contain mess. Two: it aesthetically infuses color, pattern, and personality into the space.