Our Most Fabulous Foyers

Ideas and design tips to create an impressive home entry.

Nostalgic Foyer Feel

Photo: Lucas Allen

Nostalgic Feel

Pairing heirlooms like a china set or these oil-rubbed kerosene lanterns with exposed wood plank walls is a great way to add character to your point of entry.

Bold First Impression

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Bold First Impression

Greet your guests with sophisticated style by combining hues from the same family. By using different blue tones on the walls, table, and accents, you can make a modern style statement the instant your guests step inside.

Mixed Furniture Styles

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Mixed Furniture Styles

Pairing antiques with modern pieces refreshes older items and gives a more collected, less ‘designed’ look.

Bold & Bright

Photo: Eric Piasecki

Bold & Bright

Anything is fair game when you are searching for color inspiration. Here, the vibrant colors and X-pattern of this interior door are lifted from the wall jockey paintings.

Rustic Charm

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Rustic Charm

The space under your stairs doesn’t have to be wasted. An upholstered chair paired with a vintage chest provides a cozy landing spot near the front door, and personal accents like this grouping of vintage trophies is inexpensive and rich with patina.

Confidence with Color

Photo: Eric Piasecki

Confidence with Color

The exuberant purple of this diamanté-patterned front door works in contrast with the warm yellow hue of the walls, but ties in nicely to the hanging lanterns that are trimmed in matching purple velvet.

Functional Style

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Functional Style

Just because you actually plan to use your entryway, doesn’t mean it has to look cluttered or drab. These bright shades hide away bins of shoes and toys while adding a nice pop of color.

Cozy Spot

Photo: Tria Giovan

Cozy Spot

The foyer serves as more than just a point of entry with a cozy reading nook tucked in beneath the staircase.

Vivid Wallpaper

Photo: Van Chaplin

Vivid Wallpaper

Get major impact in small spaces with a lively print like this geometric pattern. Use sparingly to ensure the bold design doesn’t overwhelm your room.

Inspired by Nature

Photo: Erica George Dines

Inspired by Nature

Unify the look of your entryway by grouping artwork in similar tones or feel. Here, nature pulls it all together.

Unexpected Accents

Photo: William Waldron

Unexpected Accents

Since the foyer is the first room that guests see as they enter your home, let your personality shine from the start by displaying favorite pieces. Whether it’s an antique mirror or even a mounted rhinoceros head, your unique pieces can serve as great conversation starters.

Reclaim & Restore

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Reclaim & Restore

Mix found pieces to create unique furniture and accessories. This entryway combines a bench made from reclaimed wood beams and wrought iron fence materials with personal nature photographs framed in antique wood.

In Season

Photo: Robbie Caponetto

In Season

When decorating your house, consider the first thing guests will see when they come in the front door. Here, seasonal accents are seamlessly paired with distressed wood-framed photos.

Evoking History

Photo: Helen Norman

Evoking History

Groupings of framed historic prints, hanging lanterns, and rich wood floors combine with white walls and neutral accents for the perfect mix of old and new in this classic entryway.

Beachy Beauty

Photo by Laurey W. Glenn

Beachy Beauty

It's not always important to make a big statement in the foyer, as this one opens directly into the living room. Pairing dark wood with white walls adds just the right amount of drama.

Establish a Mood

Establish a Mood

Chose a color palette that leads well into the adjoining spaces A rug can soften and define the space as well as bring in more colors.

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