Your home\u2019s entryway should be like a smile: welcoming, genuine, and warm. Greet family and visitors with an entryway that makes them feel at home the minute they step inside. You don\u2019t sacrifice comfort and functionality for style and beauty. Make your home\u2019s entryway both impressive and functional with these thoughtful tips.<\/p>\n
Those who enter your home need an easy transition to the indoors. The best way to do this is by bringing outdoor elements in. Use green plants in pots either on the floor or on a table. Add wood touches with furniture and picture frames. Arrange a bowl of pinecones in a pretty bowl on a table, or buy a small box made of stone and set it close to the door.<\/p>\n
Many of the entryways we see are boring, cold, and bland. Step away from white and ivory tones! Choose from the hues you\u2019ve used in other rooms of your home and blend them to build an entryway that\u2019s as inviting as your kitchen or living room.<\/p>\n
Even if your walls and floors are neutral, choose accessories to add pops of color to your entryway. Rugs and wall art with beautiful tones of reds, blues, golds, and greens add warmth and dimension to your space. Bright vases of flowers, pretty planters, and candlesticks are other ways to bring color to your entryway in small bursts. The effect will be a unique nod to your personal taste and style.<\/p>\n
Entryways that are blazingly bright or depressingly dark lack a welcoming vibe. Consider your light fixtures carefully and choose ones that add to the look you\u2019re aiming for. Hanging glass and metal fixtures give a classic, sophisticated feel, while more ornate fixtures add a glamorous touch. Wood is a wonderful option, too, for a cozy look and to continue the theme of bringing the outside in.<\/p>\n
You might want to use multiple light fixtures to add an architectural dimension to the entryway. Just remember to use soft lighting, preferably with a dimmer switch, and always replace burned out bulbs immediately.<\/p>\n
Another charming lighting idea is to place a unique lamp on a table close to the door, adding a more subtle source of light in your entryway.<\/p>\n
Pieces that are too bulky or big make your entryway look cluttered and closed off. Avoid this by measuring any new furniture and adopting the \u201cless is more\u201d approach. Unless your space is extremely large, opt for nothing more than a small side table or bench, a planter or two, and a piece you can use for storage (which we\u2019ll talk about later). Leave a wide space for visitors to remove their coats, greet each other, and walk through comfortably.<\/p>\n
Deciding on flooring is a big part of any successful interior design. Entryways need to be pathways to other areas of the home while keeping their own identity. A simple idea is to buy a richly patterned runner in the colors you\u2019re using in the area. Rugs are pretty and add another layer of decor to the space, and they\u2019re also functional. They keep wear and tear off your main floors and decrease the amount of dirt that people track all over your home.<\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t choose runners, put a small, thick rug just inside the door to welcome visitors.<\/p>\n
Entryways may be smaller than most spaces in your home, which is why \u201cvertical decorating\u201d is so important. Framed art, canvases, sconces, mirrors, and other wall accessories are key to finishing off a look that is welcoming and warm. Use bold colors and a mix of metals, cloth, and wood that is cohesive with your other entryway decor. Choose wisely and your wall accessories may be the first point of interest that wows your visitors when they enter your home.<\/p>\n
While interior design and high-end home decor are lovely, it is your home, after all. Throw some personality into your design by showcasing personal elements in your entryway. Frame a few photos from your last vacation. Use photos of your wedding, your children, or your pets. Set out a piece of pottery you\u2019ve collected, a piece of memorabilia from your family\u2019s favorite sports team, or books that you enjoy. By sharing some personality, you add a sense of authenticity to the space that will quickly put visitors at ease.<\/p>\n
Entryways can be a catch-all for everyone\u2019s stuff when they walk through the door. Add some storage elements to keep your entryway from getting overrun with clutter. A table with drawers to store your handbag, a storage bench for shoes, and a coat rack are all essential. Purchase some whimsical hooks and add them to your walls to hang keys, leashes, and other items that you use often.<\/p>\n
A welcoming entryway sets the tone for visitors in your home to feel warm and comfortable. You don\u2019t have to do a big renovation or spend tons of money to create a wonderful space. Use these tips to increase your entryway\u2019s appeal, personality, and functionality, and it will be as lovely and inviting as your other rooms.<\/p>\n
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Your home\u2019s entryway should be like a smile: welcoming, genuine, and warm. Greet family and visitors with an entryway that makes them feel at home the minute they step inside. You don\u2019t sacrifice comfort and functionality for style and beauty. Make your home\u2019s entryway both impressive and functional with these thoughtful tips. Create a Transitional … Continue reading Eight Easy Ways Homeowners Can Create a Welcoming Entryway<\/span>