7 Interior Design Tips To Style Your Entryway
Kylie here this week! Let me tell you, my entry way was the bane of my existence for years. Until I found a way to corral it all. And don’t forget, your entryway is the first impression you and your guests have of your home. It’s time to make this room more useable, feel more comfortable, and be warm and welcoming! Set the tone with these following tips.
Designated storage place
Entryways can often get messy and unorganized. Without proper storage, we quickly end up with piles of coats, shoes, mail, and other stuff that will clutter the entire room. Got kids in sports? Ugh, those hockey sticks and dance clothes strewn all over the floor. It’s time to simplify!
Make a list of the things you need to keep in your entryway and have dedicated storage for each of them. Scarfs and gloves can be store away in a cute rattan basket while keys and mail have their own trays. By having seasonal items separated into baskets, you can rotate out at different times of the year so it’s not overwhelming and spilling out onto the floor.
If you have the space, create a built-in cubby area where each family member has a designated space to store their belongings. Some people prefer cubbies with doors to hide everything. Either way, it’s a way to tell the kids, “this is YOUR space!” I actually had a space problem - nowhere to even try to put in built-in cubbies. So I actually scored some vintage lockers (peekaboo below!), painted them to match the wallpaper, and voila! A utilitarian solution, but fun and attractive way to get the kids to put their stuff away. (Plus, they can decorate the inside with magnets and fun stuff that’s unique to them!)
Mirror
Having a mirror in the entryway isn’t only really useful, it also participates in the entire design of the room. A mirror also makes the room feel bigger and brighter! Don’t hesitate to go for a bigger statement piece. (Bonus, you can check your hair before you run out the door!!)
Bench
A cute wooden bench will be the perfect addition to make your entryway feel cozier. It also creates storage underneath it to hide away shoes or baskets. And it doesn’t have to be boring - paint it a bright color to bring in a pop of fun like we did below!
Coat hanger
Hanging your coats and purse has never been more fun! There are so many cute and unique ideas to place hooks in your entryways. From a more industrial look to this rustic wooden board, find what fits the rest of your interior!
Rug
Placing a rug in your entryway will invite you and your guests to remove your shoes and get comfortable! Your rug becomes an integral part of your design and shows your personality. From white to geometric forms to colorful patterns, there is something for everybody! We personally love indoor/outdoor rugs that last forever, even with kids running in and out, day after day!
Accent wall
Your entryway is an integral part of your house so you get to decorate as is! Consider making an accent wall with bold color paint or removable wallpaper. You can also decide to create a gallery frame wall with your favorite pictures.
Plants
Adding plants to any room will make it feel brighter and more lively. Make sure to choose plants that can thrive in that environment depending on the amount of light they will get each day. Oh, and don’t forget to water them (or over-water them!) Want to read more about our favorite plants to bring in the outdoors? Check out our blog post about the best houseplants here.
Bonus: Don’t forget your four-legged friend!
Of course, you can’t forget your other loved ones, the dogs and cats of our families! If you can provide them with a space in this area (even if it’s a special hook for their leashes and treats!) they will just at home as you do! This big baby had his own room in the mudroom that he shared with his three other brothers!
Work on the first impression of your home with a stunning entryway and see how good it feels to step into your home every day!
If you need any additional help to make it a reality, contact us today!