Create A Grand Entryway for Your Home

The entryway or foyer is the first thing visitors see when they enter your home. This makes it the perfect place to show off your personality and also give a great first impression for the rest of your home. It doesn’t matter whether you have a big house or a tiny apartment, you can also make a grand entryway to your home. Match the following ideas to your home and budget.

·        Feature walls or floors

The foyer is a space where furniture be kept to a minimal. Therefore, you can spend more time and money on creating and decorating impressive walls or floors. There are numerous ways to do this, but here are some of the more common options.

Bright or interesting walls or floors: Instead of keeping your walls or floor plain, you can be adventurous in the foyer and turn them into statement pieces. Choose vibrant colours and different materials to make them stand out from the rest of the space. For instance, why not try a calacatta marble floor for a grand entrance. Alternatively, paint a wall a sunny yellow to create a cheery atmosphere. 

Art gallery: If you’re an artist or love art, use your entryway as a place to share your favourite pieces. Turn the space into a mini art gallery for guests to admire multiple works.

Rugs:Rugs are an alternative to displaying art or can even complement it. Choose patterns and colours that suit other feature items in the room to tie the space together.  

Library: Or if you’re a big book reader, use this space as a way to show off your favourite books. Create eye-catching displays that show off covers or materials.

·         Ceilings

Along with the walls and floor, don’t forget that the ceiling is also an option for creating a grand entryway. You can use different materials like timber or metal, or even add a unique painted ceiling. Consider what will work with the rest of the space and add to the atmosphere you want to create.

·         Mirrors

An easy way to make your entryway grand is to add mirrors — you can even put them on the ceiling. The great thing about mirrors is that they not only make the space feel bigger but increase the natural light in the room by reflecting it around. This can make your entryway feel bright and airy, even if it is on the smaller side.

You can also get creative with your mirrors. Choose mirrors that are unique shapes or come with intricate and detailed frames.

·         Lighting

When it comes to lighting your entryway, it’s best to go bold and different. If you’ve ever fallen in love with an outlandish light, now is the time to get it. Try out pendant lights, floor lamps and even LED strip lighting to draw attention to other features in your entryway.

With careful consideration, you can elevate the feel of your entryway on a tight budget using just the right lights.

·         Emphasise staircase or other architectural elements if applicable

If your entryway includes architectural elements like pillars or a staircase, use this to your advantage. These features can become standouts in their own right in your hallway. Try and draw the eye to them and update them with quality materials, like a new stair carpet.

·         Practical needs

But as you’re decorating, don’t forget that entryway does have functional properties as well and these shouldn’t be ignored.

For instance, you need to consider storage in your entryway. Have somewhere household members and guests can store footwear if it should not be worn in the rest of the home, or place coats, hats and umbrellas. Choose simple storage options that blend seamlessly into decorative features of your entryway, or make them features in their own right.

Additionally, it can be helpful to have a small table to add décor, as well as provide somewhere to store keys and purses. Make sure it does not become too cluttered, however.

It’s also a good idea to consider seating in your entryway. Whether it’s a place for you to sit and put your shoes on, or for guests to wait for you as you get ready for a night out, seating is an important element of a grand entryway.

Choose seating that is elegant and suits the rest of the entryway. For instance, if you’ve chosen vibrant colours to decorate the space, pick seating in similar bold shades.

Make a great first impression

You can make your entryway look grand on any budget following these tips. You don’t need the best materials; all you need to do is put some time and effort into choosing the right pieces. Get ready for your guests’ compliments on your beautiful home after trying these tips for yourself.