Your entranyway is the first thing guests see when they enter your home. If your entrance lacks light, color and excitement, update the look with these tips for making a lasting first impression.
Brighten up your entryway for an inviting appeal. Picture your entranceway transforming into a warm and welcoming space with high glass doors and big windows that let in natural light. Enliven a dim or narrow hallway by adding a large mirror or a collage of smaller mirrors to add depth. For personal style and illumination add a chandelier to your entrance.
A well designed entryway applies form and function. An assortment of antique hooks on the wall for coats or a charming bench provides a practical use for storage to keep shoes and purses out of sight.
Finally, punch up the entranceway and incorporate trends using updated colors and textures. Combine textures for a contemporary mountain home. Stone walls or flooring next to a grand wood or contemporary stainless steel door gives that mountain-style impression. Choose a black and white color scheme for a sleek and stylish design. Wainscoting and neutral paint color behind a black table creates a polished look. Add pops of color with flowers, photos and lamps.
For more entryway ideas and visuals check out our Make an Entrance Ideabook on Houzz.
