Your home’s entryway or foyer is important for making that crucial first impression with guests and prospective home buyers. In order to ensure your home offers a warm welcome, use our tips to help create an inviting and beautiful entry area.
Some homes have entry spaces labeled “foyer” on the house plan, while others make do with a front door that opens directly into the living area. No matter what setup you have, visitors and prospective home buyers get their first sense of your home at the entry. For decorating purposes, this can be an intimidating thought. Just how do you express your home’s style and comfort in one small space? It turns out, a simple-to-follow formula can help you create a welcoming entry.
1. Define the Space
If your home has a hallway or a vestibule that is separate from other rooms, you are in luck. Doorways, arches, even changes in flooring types can help distinguish the foyer. If your home’s entry is a landing pad that’s part of another room, you’ll need to define it to give the entry distinct boundaries. Easy visual tricks and well-placed décor elements make it simple. Lay down an area rug to define the entry area; arrange a folding screen, coat rack or console table to delineate the space; or hang a curtain from the ceiling to act as a gentle barrier.