Your home’s exterior should make a great first impression, from landscaping to door color and design. But once you step inside, it’s the entryway that makes an impact. What does yours tell guests? Does it wow visitors and hint at the elegance that’s to come? Does it show your personality and unique style? If not, it may be time for a makeover so you can give your home the entryway it deserves.
Bring the outside in. You can have flowers on a side table or a large potted plant for greenery. Consider installing a front door with windows that allow in natural light, or you could opt for a skylight above the entryway.
Incorporate history and culture. Bring in elements that reflect your home’s history, region or architectural style. You can do this with patterned wallpaper, vintage furnishings, a lush rug or locally made items.
Add artwork. Artwork can be a great way to set the mood for your house from the get-go. Hang it on the wall, set a piece on a console table or set it on floating shelves. Go for mixed media, too, with canvases, photographs, sculptures and more.
Create a moment. Add something to the entry that may give visitors pause — some sort of statement piece. It could be an exceptional light fixture, an awe-inspiring work of art or a unique mirror or tapestry.
Go with the flow. Make sure the entryway flows seamlessly into the rest of your home. Maybe the paint color is a lighter version of the next room’s hue, or its artwork is from the same collection or artist. Create little connections that tie the whole home together.
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