Beautiful Entryways

{Amanda Peet’s Stunning Los Angeles Entryway}

Your entryway is the first impression that you give to anyone who sets foot in your home. Like brushing your hair or applying some lipstick before you go out in public, having a beautifully designed entryway is just good manners in my opinion! your entryway or foyer should be stylish, but more importantly, it should be rather inviting, beckoning your guests to stay longer and enjoy the rest of your home. I love entryways because as a designer, they offer me the opportunity to make a big impact within a relatively small space. You’ll notice throughout this round-up that there are a few key elements for creating a beautiful foyer, regardless of your personal aesthetic—a lantern or smaller chandelier (unless you have soaring ceilings), a great console, chest, or cabinet, an ottoman or two, a pair of great lamps or sconces, something to make a statement on the wall like a mirror or a few pieces of grouped artwork, occasionally a rug, some decorative accessories, and cut flowers or a potted plant.

{Modern meets Traditional in this Foyer by Colleen McGill}

{I love the chic mix of modern and traditional in this foyer.}

 

{Mary McGee’s Beautiful Beverly Hills Entryway}

{This entryway by Melanie Turner is clean and simple, yet it has a big impact.}

{Is there a more statement-making foyer than this gorgeous one by Lily Bunn Weekes? I love every element from the lacquered walls and gold-leafed ceiling to the urchin chandelier and ikat stools. This foyer is not for the faint of heart!}

{Clean and Classic}

{The entryway can be a great place to experiment with bold, patterned wallpaper if you’re working within a smaller space.}

{Mary McDonald pulled out all the stops in this dramatic foyer featuring hand-painted deGournay wallpaper and a geometric painted floor.}

{Though the individual elements in this entryway by Christina Murphy are rather bold and dramatic, the composition in which she arranged them is refreshingly simple.}

{An entryway can also be a great place to experiment with pattern on the floor as seen in this space also by Christina Murphy.}

{Thom Filicia chose to go bold in this entryway employing a patterned chevron floor, dramatic urchin chandelier, and bright accents like the turquoise lamp and orange chairs.}

  {Nate Berkus opted for a great pair of lanterns rather than traditional sconces in this foyer.}

{A Glamorous Entryway by Celerie Kemble—I love the skirted table.}

  {My Friend, Mark D. Sike’s Beautiful Entryway}

{Rather than feeling imposing, this large, beautiful foyer feels warm and welcoming.}

{This relatively simple entryway feels special thanks to the uniqueness of each piece within it.}

{Another Charming and Welcoming Entryway}

{And finally, my own entryway. My entryway, formal living room, and dining room all open onto one another, so I love using this vintage buffet in the space. I have plenty of space to store everything from table linens and extra flatware to Tate’s leash and accessories like his Thunder Shirt and bandana collection.}

What do you consider to be “essential” in an entryway or foyer?