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Everyone wants an impressive entrance area that welcomes guests with a welcoming presence. Whether you have a spacious entryway or a more minimalist niche, you will be pleasantly surprised at how many different ways you can create a beautiful entryway. The possibilities for creating an inviting foyer are almost endless when it comes to adding color, texture, and accessories.
Consider adding an oversized mirror, an art gallery wall, a colorful rug, statement lighting, and natural greenery to create a dynamic entryway. Choose a mix of materials, from traditional to modern, to give the room a special personality. With a little creativity and imagination, you can easily create a stunning and inviting entryway.
Don’t be afraid to be creative and experiment with different styles – your entryway should be a reflection of your own personality! Continue below for some great entryway inspiration.
1. Install an eye-catching, statement-making door. From a bright painted color to beautifully carved wood, replacing your current door with something new and exciting will create an eye-catching entryway.
2. Hang a collection of wall art or mirrors. Grouping a few pieces of art or mirrors together creates a classic and timeless look that is sure to impress.
3. Use a dramatic rug. Choose a colorful rug with an eye-catching pattern to make an eye-catching first impression.
4. Add a unique bench. A unique bench adds style and comfort.
5. Create a beautiful table vignette. Put together a few of your favorite pieces and create a beautiful vignette that adds a touch of personality.
6. Find a creative way to light your entrance. A unique lamp or lantern in your entrance area adds a touch of elegance and comfort.
7. Install tiles or wallpaper. Make a statement with tiles or wallpaper – the perfect addition to any entrance area.
8. Add a console table. A console provides a convenient place to store your keys, mail, and other small items while maintaining a stylish and organized look.
1. Elegant foyer. Make an accent in your home with criss-cross hardwood and tile floors. The console table in the entrance area is an antique. The beautiful front doors are individually designed. (via Rogan Allen Builders)
2. A grand entrance. This beautiful retreat on Lake Winnipesaukee, New Hampshire features a light-filled, two-story foyer. The flooring consists of tiles mixed with wood. On the left side, custom built-ins provide plenty of storage for outdoor gear, while on the right there is a bench for taking off your shoes. (via TMS Architects)
3. Country house. This floor is original to the house and is made from 200 year old pine wood. There is actually no stain on the floor, just polyurethane to seal it. The front door is 6 to 8 inches high and the ceiling height is 8 to 4 inches. The door was made by Manley Woodworking of Poughquag and the hardware came from Ball and Ball Hardware Reduction of PA. A door company like Simpson Door should be able to build a door very similar to this one. The side window is 1-6 inches wide and 4-2 inches high. The entire unit to the base bar is 6 to 6 inches high. The trim is White Dove by Benjamin Moore. The side table was an antique found by Red Square Studio, Inc. and the Demijohn glass vases are available online. (via Crisp Architects)
4. Modern and elegant. The Monaco console is from Weego Home in California, 72″W x 18″D x 30″H. The green ottomans that accent both sides of the entry console are from Bungalow Classic in Atlanta. The beautiful rug is the Tides Meadowbrook from Tufenkian Artisan Carpets. The walls are in Bleeker Beige HC-80 | painted Benjamin Moore and the equipment is Sherwin Williams – Alabaster sw7008. The ceiling height is approximately 9’6″. The stairs are approximately 40″ wide and the hall is between 6 and 7 feet wide. (via Brian Watford Interiors)
5. Modern Farmhouse Foyer. This custom built home is located in the Tree Section of Manhattan Beach, California. Double doors, sidelights and transom windows help flood this space with natural light. The herringbone pattern defines the entrance and gives it a welcoming atmosphere, while the straight pattern in the hallway is more purposeful and leads people further into the house. It also creates a contrast that helps to break up the room and make it appear more interesting and dynamic. (via David Watson Architects)
6. Entrance to the historic house. This chic and modern foyer makes a grand entrance with its striking black arched hall door. The striking Jonathan Adler Jacques bench with black edge cushion stands out against the wooden herringbone flooring, creating a stylish, inviting atmosphere for this 100-year-old Los Angeles home owned by Drew Scott of the Property Brothers. (via Breeze Giannasio Interiors)
7. Elegant colonial style. This formal entryway creates an inviting and luxurious atmosphere with a few simple elements. The oriental rug adds sophistication and creates a feeling of warmth, while the black metal console tables add an edgy contrast and a touch of modernity. The oversized round gold plated wood mirrors add an extra level of elegance and sophistication. The wall color is Benjamin Moore Wind’s Breath OC-24 and the trim is Benjamin Moore Cloud White OC-130. The floors are original to the house – the stain is 50% dark walnut and 50% ebony. (via PS & Daughters)
8. French Country House. The floors of this welcoming entryway feature custom tumbled stone pavers sealed with custom shaded mortar. The Serra Stone Corp. made the paving stones. The width of this hallway is 7 feet. On the walls is a custom buff color Venetian plaster applied to regular drywall by an artist. The Hasselt Gold wall lights are by Aidan Gray. (via Barnes Vanze Architects)
9. Modern Farmhouse Style. The French doors were custom made with a natural wood stain and the hardware was sourced from Rocky Mountain. The floor is 7″ wide white oak with only linseed oil, which is a whitewashed gray tone, no urethane – Palermo Massive by Bella Cita Flooring. The walls and ceiling are made of white-painted tongue-and-groove pine from Buffalo Lumber. The room size of this foyer is approximately 10 feet square and the ceilings are 12 feet high. (via Sterling Ridge Custom Home Builder)
10. American crafts. This stunning entryway features custom stained glass. The interior woodwork in this craftsman style is cherry with maple and walnut accents. The walls were given a custom paint and overglaze. The wall structure is a light putty surface. (via TKP Architects)
11. Bright and airy farmhouse. A welcoming entryway in this Prior Lake, Minnesota home opens to a cozy living room. The beautiful wooden beams are from Distress City Millwork. A bench provides seating for taking off your shoes. Check out the rest of this incredible home tour: Dreamy, modern clifftop farmhouse overlooking Prior Lake. (via Sustainable Nine Design + Build)
12. Beach style entry. Discover the beauty of this home – as you enter, you’ll be mesmerized by the stunning combination of overlapping walls and ceilings, contrasted with a bright blue barn door and abstract marine art. Feel a sense of calm and relaxation as you soak up the atmosphere and experience the perfect blend of coastal design and modern style. (via The Guest House Studio)
13. Refined rusticity. The walls are made of specially made mixed plaster. The console table is an antique workbench. It was purchased through Garden Court Antiques. The light was designed specifically for this space and manufactured by Urban Electric Co. The custom mirror is made from oak and stained with an ebony finish. The floors are made of limestone and come from Exquisite Surfaces. Check out the rest of this sensational home: a California wine farmhouse designed with timeless details. (via Jute Interior Design)
14. Elegant foyer. This elegant and bright entryway features high ceilings that provide a feeling of grandeur, while the travertine flooring adds a touch of sophistication. (via Landmark Custom Builder & Remodeling)
15. Coastal Chic entry. When you walk through the door of this charming Minnesota lake house, a wave of warmth and comfort washes over you. The wooden floors and colorful carpet give the entrance area a warm and inviting atmosphere. A built-in bench provides the perfect place to take off your shoes, with hooks above conveniently placed for coats and handbags. A console table and stylish accent pieces complete the look. The Quorum chandelier from Currey and Company perfectly completes the room and adds a touch of sophistication to the entryway. (via Hendel Homes)
16. Entrance to Lakeside Cottage. The wall color is Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige 7036 and the cabinet is Benjamin Moore White Dove OC-17. The console table is from Hickory Chair and can be purchased at Vivid Home. The flooring is cracked white oak with quartered custom stain. The lamp was purchased from Muska Lighting. Tour the rest of this beautiful home: Refined lakefront cottage with stunning views of Lake Minnetonka. (via Ron Brenner Architects)
17. Sophisticated foyer. This grand entryway showcases a combination of sophistication, elegance and luxury. The flooring is a modern take on a classic pattern; Black and white checkered marble tiles. The stark white walls span two floors and serve as a backdrop for a wall of different sized mirrors. (via Wittmann Building Corporation)
18. Large entryway mirror. The oversized custom mirror in this foyer was designed to capture the size of the room with its 11-foot ceiling. The antique border of the mirror gives the room a timeless and classic touch. Not only does this mirror draw attention to the overall size of the foyer, but it also reflects light throughout the room, helping to create a warm and inviting atmosphere for everyone who enters. The antique carpet in the foyer provides texture and color. The wooden shoe box adds a collected element and a touch of sophistication to the modern console table. The overlapping walls provide additional structure. The light is the Savoiardi chandelier from Burke Decor. (via Interiors by Herlong)
19. Beautiful traditional style. The wall color is Bleeker Beige HC-80 | Benjamin Moore, while the trim color is Navajo White OC-95 – Benjamin Moore. The oak parquet floors are in the color Dark Walnut 1358 | stained Benjamin Moore. (via James Traynor Custom Homes)
20. Stylish front entry. The inviting foyer offers guests the opportunity to pause and take in the beauty of the paneled wall adorned with brass chandeliers. The artwork on the console is illuminated by the lights and creates a perfect focal point in the entryway, exuding a feeling of warmth. The glass door and sidelights bring in natural light, brightening the foyer and creating a connection between the indoor and outdoor spaces. The wall paint color is 50% Swiss Coffee, Benjamin Moore. (via Brady Colt Custom Homes)
21. Mountain Majesty. A defined entryway in this Lake Tahoe home features architectural wood louvers, bright lighting, and strong artwork. The floor tile is called Valmalenko and was sourced from Walker Zanger. The wood ceiling is clear cedar with a clear stain. The walls are painted Cloud Cover OC-25 – Benjamin Moore. Check out the rest of this beautiful home tour: Fabulous Prefab Modern Mountain Home on Lake Tahoe. (via Hills & Grant)
22. Elegant Victorian Entrance. The foyer of this Chicago townhouse stands out from the rest of the home with a unique arched doorway. Step through the door and be greeted by Clé Tile’s patterned cement tiles that define the entryway. White oak flooring adds timelessness to the updated interior of this historic home. (via Seth Romig Architect)
23. Mid-Century Entry. The modernized mid-century San Francisco gem is accessorized with chic bohemian-modern style. Bright and inviting colors, vintage pieces, and modern accents make this entryway feel inviting. (via WO Design)
24. Declaration entry. Flooring is Omni Wood Floors LLC-3.35” signature white oak. The stain is a DuraSeal product with a blend of ebony and coffee brown. The 4×8 jute rug was purchased at Target. The color in this room is Hirshfield Langdon Dove-D8. The paint color for the trim and sidelights is Sherwin Williams-Westhighland White-SW7566 and the front door is stained with a custom coffee stain to coordinate with the furniture in the home. The 36″ wide by 8′ tall front door is a Simpson door with custom 14″ sidelights and a 12″ arched transom window. The foyer light is the Pottery Barn Aged Brass Camilla Globe Chandelier. (via Highmark Builders)
25. Stunning Farmhouse Entry. The front entrance of this modern farmhouse welcomes guests with a beautiful custom ceiling and cambered walls. This unique space combines rustic and modern elements and exudes a welcoming atmosphere. The front door is from Therma Tru and is 6’x8′ and the style number is S82104-GBGF. It is a fiberglass door that is custom stained on site. (via DK Homes)
26. Warm welcome. You can find a similar trestle foyer table at either Overstock or HomeDecorators. The mirror on the wall is from HomeGoods. The tile used for the herringbone insert was a porcelain tile from Daltile. It’s called Santino #SN07, color Chairo, in size 6×24. The tile looks like a vein-cut travertine and the color is a soft gray-green with ivory. The exterior surround is hardwood flooring, which is used throughout the ground floor. The side window curtains are roller blinds with a sun-filtering fabric (sun protection). The wall color is Rice Grain SW 6155 – Sherwin-Williams. The light is a 4-light light from Ballard Designs: Hadley. You can find a similar front door on the Simpson Door website.
27. Subtle elegance. This exquisite foyer creates an experience of hospitality and seamlessly connects the outdoors with the interior of the home. One end opens onto the entrance courtyard while the other end leads to a private garden. The exquisite wrought iron lanterns are suitable for outdoor use. The solid limestone floors offer a timeless, elegant look that is suitable for both dress shoes and dirty boots. The paneled walls and ceilings feature decorative details that evoke a sense of traditional craftsmanship and grandeur. (via Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects)
28. Beautifully bright. The white cambered walls, paneled windows, black bench, beaded chandelier and abstract art combine to create a unique, elegant look in this foyer in Edina, Minnesota. The bench is a custom Andreu World Bench available through Martha O’Hara Interiors. The artwork on the wall is from Art Classics. The walls are in Super White PM-1 | deleted Benjamin Moore. The flooring is crack-cut white oak with a custom stain. The rug is a unique vintage Turkish overdye rug from Fay + Belle Rugs. (via Martha O’Hara Interiors)
29. Large foyer. The flooring is a custom design made of wood with inlaid stone. The hardwoods are wide planks with a medium stain finish and Stonelluxe desert sand limestone inlays. For the stain, the designer prefers the “Special Walnut” and “Provincial MinWax” stains over other shades because they tend to impart more brown tones than red/orange tones. The two chandeliers are Acadia Lanterns from Ironware International. (via Pineapple House Interior Design)
30. Timeless farmhouse feel. This entryway leaves a strong first impression that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The use of reclaimed white oak for the flooring, ceiling and staircase creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The black door and black sidelight frame provide a strong contrast to the light oak and create an eye-catching focal point that harmonizes with the metal railing of the stairs. The walls are painted Aesthetic White SW 7035 – Sherwin-Williams. Check out the rest of the house: Dream Home Tour: An Absolutely Stunning Urban Farmhouse in Minnesota. (via David Charlez Designs)
31. Modern ranch house. This bright and airy entryway creates a welcoming atmosphere for a modern ranch home in Austin, Texas. The unique stained end-grain wood flooring adds a rustic touch that is complemented by the elegant glass-paneled front door from Rehme Steel Windows and Doors. A large console table made from reclaimed wood is a unique vintage piece that offers space to store items like keys and space for accessories. Try 1st dibs on a similar piece. (via Ashby Collective)
32. European Country Style. The entryway of this Midway, Utah home is warm and inviting thanks to stunning hardwood floors and a beautiful wooden console table. The table is decorated with accessories that add texture and visual interest to the room, giving it a cozy, homey feel. Check out the rest of this brilliant home: Incredibly beautiful European country style home in Utah. (via Carrick Custom Home Design)
33. Beach style entry. The walls are in Silver Satin OC-26 | deleted Benjamin Moore. The carpet runner is vintage. For something similar, try Old New House, they have loads of vintage rugs in all the colors and sizes worn in fashion. The console table was made specifically for this entrance area. The glass ball lamp comes from Rejuvenation. (via Jamie Keskin Design)
34. Elegant entrance. This light-filled home in San Diego, California features an elegant entry with a classic Dutch door, inviting hardwood floors, and a stunning console table. (via Doug Simon ARCHITECTURE)
35. Incredible coastal entrance. Paint color: Benjamin Moore PM-20 China White; Carpet: World Market; Light: Restoration Hardware; Mirror: Restoration Hardware; Console Table: Restoration Hardware; Flooring: Providence Manor Outback, engineered engineered wood. (via Cottage Home Company)
36. Quiet beach style entry. A beautiful home in Dallas, Texas features site-finished sawn oak flooring with a custom stain. A sisal rug provides structure and warmth. Foyer Dimensions: Width is 6.5 feet and the one pictured is approximately 14 feet long. However, the foyer still extends about 20 feet to the back of the house. (via Redo Design | Build)
