Tips for Creating a Show-Stopping Entryway

Your foyer or entryway is the first thing any guest sees when they enter your home. What this means is that it is your first chance to make a great impression. You have the chance to truly impress your guests right off, make them feel comfortable and welcome them to your home with style.

Lighting

The first rule of decorating any room in any home is proper lighting. The lighting you choose and the way you use any available natural light will create the overall ambiance of the entryway.

Creative Storage

The entryway often becomes the place where people store their purses, keys, coats, and other items. Clever storage solutions can be both useful and attractive.

Plants/Flowers

Bringing in some nature is almost always a go-to for tasteful and impressive decorating. Adding a vase of fresh flowers is a simple but truly impressive touch to an entryway.

Creative Decor

Don't be afraid to add bold touches to your space. Using textured or patterned wallpaper can turn this ordinary space into a truly extraordinary room. Accent pieces like an ornate vase or small sculpture draw the eye without overwhelming the room.

Seating

If you have the space, adding some seating will help make your entryway comfortable and inviting, as well as giving it a very posh and luxurious feel. An upholstered bench or chairs are a great addition to any entryway. Adding pillows add even more to the lush look and feel, and also allows for an extra chance for added color and texture.

Add Drama

As the entryway is your first chance to make an impression, make it big with bold colors, accent pieces, and texture to pull the room together and make it memorable. If you have the space, look for standalone art pieces.

Area Rug or Runner

A soft surface creates a comfortable and welcoming space, practically inviting in guests itself. Choose a rug or runner that fits the space, size, and shape of your entryway.

Visual Display

Hanging mirrors, art, or photos helps create a visual display that can turn any entryway into something truly impressive. Any eye-catching pieces can turn a plain entryway into a remarkable space.

Make It Look Bigger

Use simple decorating tips to help a small space look bigger. For example, using the right shade of paint and keeping the area uncluttered gives a space an open feel no matter how small. The use of mirrors can also help a small space seem larger and make the most out of any natural light.

Seasonal Decorating

Adding small decorative touches for each season or holiday can make a big impression and also help create an inviting space. Your decorations can vary from subtle to whimsical. No matter what, they will make a great impression.

With these easy ideas, you can turn your entryway into an impressive and exciting space that leaves your guests with a great first impression. Your guests will be impressed as well as feel welcomed into your home just by you making the right decorative decisions.