It has been a slow process of making this house feel more “homey”. I feel like it has been a mission of mine over the past few years. I guess you have to live a little before you really know your “taste” if there is such a thing really. We have a very small entryway when you walk into the living room and it has been my mission to create a more inviting entryway using simple decor that is inviting and multipurpose.
THE ART OF THE PERFECT MIRROR
When you live in a small home you have to be intentional with everything you bring in. The entryway or foyer is the first place you land when you walk in so it needed to be a place for “things” to land as well as look simple, clean and cozy. One of the first things you will see when you walk in is this gorgeous new farmhouse window that is also a mirror. I snagged this beauty from Hayneedle a few weeks ago and have been so pleased with it. While I can’t find it on the website any longer, there are still several wonderful farmhouse type mirror options to choose from. They even have a handy farmhouse section of decor and furniture items to choose from. A mirror is great in a small entry way because it gives the illusion of more space. This particular mirror faces the door which catches the light when it swings open making the space feel even more spacious.
HANG IT UP
If your entryway is small, chances are you are limited on space elsewhere. So, you will need a place for things to land or hang that is also great for storage. While I’ve always really wanted an old hall tree, we just do not really have the space for all of that. So, I decided to create my own “illusion” of a hall tree. I purchases a more narrow storage bench that has slide out storage and then a separate over head shelf that has slide out storage. I have been really happy with how it turned out as well as having a place to store hats, scarves, gloves, bags and more. The boys keep their shoes in the baskets below and I even have a great place for a few of my plants that are out of the reach of the cat.
Also, on the wall right as you walk in the front door, I have a space to hang keys. It is just a simple sign with hooks and it works out perfectly for storing things and not loosing!
GREEN IS GOOD!
I mentioned having a space for a few of my plants on top of the storage shelf. Well, this is with purpose! As soon as you add plants to a space you start to not only increase your mood, but it also acts as a natural air purifier. Plants usually work well in a foyer due to the light that floods in from the doorway. If you have animals like me, plants can be hard to keep. If you have a place where you can get them high enough that is the key. Some of the best luck I have had with indoor plants have been pothos, aloe, succulents and snake plants. Again, make sure you keep them away from animals and small children who may try to eat them!
What are your tips for an inviting smaller entryway?
Love these bright and withered looks. We are redoing a house we bought now and always need these types of ideas!
What some gorgeous ideas, – I love that mirror it is absolutely beautiful <3 we have such a small entrance way but I could see it looking amazing. x
I love all of these options. Little touches in an entryway can make the entire home more inviting.
I think my favorite is the mirror. Love the design! I probably need the key holder though because I am always misplacing them.
I need to do something with my entryway. We have a great house, but we have so many projects we need to tackle to make it more homey! Your entryway looks great!
I love the idea of a simple decor for the entryway. I think you don’t want it to be too busy. It is like a visual assault when you first walk in the door!
I like the idea of having someplace to hang items in the entry way such as keys or jackets. I think it makes it feel more like home. Bright colors is always a must for me.
I absolutely love the way you decorated your foyer. It is so pretty! I also think it is very creative.
Those are all really great ideas! I am in love with that mirror.
I love interior design! These are great ideas!
That mirror was definitely a good find. I like your use of plants as well. I need to find a way to do something with plants in our entryway.
That mirror is fantastic! Really makes your small space seem big and cozy
What a great entryway. I start with the outside and put a welcome sign out just recently, then added new rugs inside as well as a standing coat rack.
I love them all. So nice. I recently did our entry way after a year of living in our house. Ours is super small though so it was hard to do and have look so nice!
I love your design aesthetic and the pieces you chose to use truly make your house a home!
I love the look of that mirror. I always add a mirror to a small space. It is a great way to make it look bigger.
I think plants are a lovely addition in entryways! I love how you designed the whole space. It’s clean and it’s also very welcoming!
We have such a tiny entryway and I’ve been trying to decide what to put in that space. I am loving your ideas, especially that small table and mirror!
My husband adores our historic home. I love its charm, but am quickly wearing on its lack of storage and space in general. Need to incorporate these tips to make it feel more homey & roomy.
This entryway is beautiful. I love the use of the space, the colors, the simplicity. It’s definitely my style and something I would use in my home. That mirror is awesome. I love it.
I LOVE the key rack and actually any kind of rack to put things on when people walk in the door is great. So much better than the “drop everything on the table” that we currently have.
These are really beautiful ideas. I wish we had more of a formal entryway.
I love how a small entryway can look so grand with the right decor. I love these ideas.