Decorate the entrance to your house

The entryway or foyer is the first room you see when entering a house. The entrance is a very important room for decoration. As soon as you open your door, you give your guests a first impression of your interior design and your talent for decorating your living space.

This article fits into the art and home , in which you will find decorating ideas and tips for every room.

Presenting your decor gives visitors a first idea of your personality. It's nothing less than showcasing who you are, and what you love. The entrance should have a clear coherence with the other rooms in your house, it should represent your interior style.

At first, you might find it difficult to imagine how best to decorate your entrance according to your taste and how to welcome your guests in the best possible way. But as you move forward, you'll find that it's not as difficult as you might imagine.

A few ideas and tips will allow you to combine storage and decoration. Stylishly furnishing a room that is both functional for the whole family and welcoming for your guests is completely in line with the current trend.

The entrance is an ideal space for arranging decorative objects and works of art

Decorative items attract the attention of everyone who enters your home.

At first glance, the entryway may seem like a difficult room to decorate.

Use what already exists: walls, small storage unit, mirror, everything is an excuse to arrange the space. Each object contributes to your decoration, whether it is a shoe storage unit, a small bench or coat racks, without forgetting the light. Of course, the entrance must retain its practical appearance, but this does not necessarily detract from the aesthetics and design.

Base yourself on the style of the other rooms in your house and try to synthesize it. This should help you determine the layout of the entryway. This room is intended to receive your guests, to catch the first glances. And what could be better than a few art objects to start your visit to your interior in the most welcoming way?

Decorative pieces

Remember that there is no one best design solution when it comes to decor and art. With many art forms to choose from, such as paintings, photographs, sculptures and multiple art styles, you will have endless possibilities when putting together your new interior design!

Even if your entryway leads directly into your living room, you can still give the illusion of a hallway to flow seamlessly into the rest of your home. Mirrors are very useful. They not only allow a final check of your outfit before going out, but they also serve to create illusions when entering the house. A mirror expands the space, creates symmetry. Small or large, single or multiple, the mirror is often a good decorative idea for the entrance to a house.

Choosing works

While the entryway is an ideal space for decor, it is important to choose pieces of art that attract attention. Abstract works with touches of bright colors, beautiful portraits, pop art or even sculptures! Or if you prefer a more minimalist design in your home, you can opt for a bolder piece of art in an abstract minimalist style.

Remember, minimalist doesn’t mean boring! Clean lines and vibrant colors give a more modern look, but if you prefer a more classic style, you can opt for a traditional painting or sculpture.

Make sure the artwork is the first item visible when you enter your home. It should automatically grab your attention and transition to the next room, with a natural coherence. Therefore, you should start by looking at the colors that are already present, not only in your entryway, but also in the rest of your home.

Whether you're starting from scratch, like a blank canvas, or simply want to refresh the decor in your entryway, artwork is a great place to start! You can either opt for one large piece of art or several smaller ones.

If your entryway is not huge, opt for smaller paintings. We have already mentioned mirror effects. The idea of installing a mirror on a wall opposite a work of art brings a certain relaxation.

Is your entrance a good size? Then you can display your artwork in more varied locations. The main idea to keep in mind is that the art you bring into your home should first and foremost be what you love and what best fits your interior style.

Don't be afraid to mix designs and styles for a more instinctive look. Mixing materials is a practice that often produces striking effects. A clever mix of stone, wood and metal enhances or highlights the decoration of your walls and decorative objects. There are a million ways to design your space, and usually everything ends up coming together harmoniously.

How to highlight art objects in your decor

You've found the piece of art you like, but it doesn't seem highlighted enough, you maybe don't know where to hang it.

Rest assured, you just need to proceed methodically.

1. Even a great piece of art needs to be presented within the overall style of your decor. If it is a framed work of art, the frame itself can be part of the presentation, or if you prefer the work unframed, why not dare to paint the outline of the work on the wall, which will create the illusion of a framed work.
2. When you want to emphasize the style of a work of art, examine the colors carefully, to determine the best way to integrate it into your room. Is it a busy piece of art, is there a lot of detail, what do you want it to represent in your home?
3. If you have a small table or console in your entryway, you can place a painting directly on it, or hang your painting above it.
  In this case, a small still life arrangement will enhance the overall decor.
4. Remember that there are no good or bad ideas in decorating. It's a matter of taste and harmony.
5. If you choose a sculpture, whether classical or modern, the same rules apply. Don't be afraid to try different things and use color, decor or prints to highlight your artwork.

Go for a cohesive color palette that flows naturally with the neighboring room. This way, you can be sure that your interior design will fit seamlessly into the next room in your home.

Things to remember when choosing a piece of art for your entryway:

1. First of all, you must really enjoy this work. Don't worry about what's trendy, choose a piece of art that you love and want to see in your home. Otherwise, you may later regret buying it.
2. Artwork in the entryway should add coherence to your home’s decor. It's a transitional space that leads to your other rooms, and can be seen as a preview of what's yet to be discovered.
3. A painting can be used to hide the less flattering parts of the room. Artwork is meant to draw attention away from the objects around it because it immediately draws all the attention in a room.
4. Prefer hanging at eye level. Original artwork works best at eye level. This allows you to better capture details and captivate the eye.
5. You can place as many decorative pieces as you want, but if your entryway is small, your layout may appear “cluttered.” Conversely, with lots of space and many small nooks, consider choosing several works. A mix of sculpture and painting is a good idea. Very often these two styles of art complement each other perfectly.
6. The way you arrange your decor makes all the difference. When designing your home, the main piece is you.

So, above all, if you go home with your new work of art, remember that it still needs you to deliver all the best it has!
So don't lose hope.
Act with method and sensitivity, art and decoration are made to get along. You will take immense pleasure in progressing in your project!

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