Your entryway sets the tone for the rest of your home, welcoming guests while offering the first glimpse of your personal style. From seasonal accents and cozy textures to thoughtful lighting and functional window coverings, a few well-chosen details can transform this often-overlooked space. Our entryway inspiration is full of ideas for creating a warm, inviting entrance you’ll love coming home to.
Start with Curb Appeal
First impressions are everything. The entrance of your home sets the tone and style for your space. Seasonal accents are an easy way to bring charm and personality to the look.
We love the way Faith, of @myillinoishome on Instagram, created a cozy corner with her front entry. Layered doormats are both functional & stylish. The soft, pastel pumpkins are a subtle callout to seasonal decor, while lanterns create a welcoming touch for guests. The muted warm tones used in florals invite a calm feeling for the season ahead.
A Minimalist Approach
It’s simple to design the perfect welcome area in your home with our entryway inspiration. Add a small–or narrow–table of your choice, adorning it with design elements that complement your personal style. Because entryways are often smaller than we may like, a “less is more” approach is often desired.
Your guests may not mind, but living in your home, the windows at the front can create discomfort. From too much light to passersby looking in, choosing the right window treatments for entry doors and sidelights can help create a comfortable balance of natural light and privacy. These top-down honeycomb shades allow light to enter from above while keeping the lower portion of the window covered.
Define Your Style
There’s no better way to make the design of your home flow than by starting at the front door. Choose colors from the rest of your home in elements that bring beauty & function. A bench, entryway table, rugs and wall hangings are all examples of pieces that will help you continue your style.
This farmhouse entryway inspiration is brought to us by Amara, of Instagram’s @homeonspringwood. The colors and textures featured here allow for the coordination of adjoining rooms. The visual interest she has created by mixing neutrals and choosing just the right amount of patterns and colors offers an eye-catching look. Who wouldn’t feel right at home?
Make the Most of a Small Entryway
When your entryway is closed off or small, you’ll want to think tall. Style the walls with vertical wall treatments, such as the shiplap here. The vertical orientation draws the eye up, creating an illusion that the ceiling is higher than it is. Other ways to create that illusion? Striped wallpaper, wall stencils or board and batten. The mirror positioned over the table is a great way to make a smaller space seem larger, as well.
Welcome to Wide Open Spaces
An open floor plan can create a beautiful welcome, but a large entryway can also feel empty or difficult to style at times. Our advice? Keep it simple—don’t add too much. Divide the space into smaller areas by adding an entry table in one place and seating in another. See the example below. We have designed a sleek and modern space that is functional and still feels warm and welcoming to guests.
As for those large foyers, here’s another tip. The right amount of lighting can be crucial in creating a comfortable atmosphere. Is your entryway too dark at certain times of day, but too bright at others? Use natural light to your advantage with window treatments that can be adjusted throughout the day. Automation can make that even easier, particularly for tall or hard-to-reach entryway windows.
Find Your Entryway Inspiration
The entryway is a great place to start when refreshing the look of your home. Whether you’re adding a few new design elements, improving natural light or creating more privacy at the windows, thoughtful choices can help make this space feel more welcoming and connected to the rest of your home.
Our expert designers at Skyline Window Coverings can help you find window treatments that complement your home’s style while providing the light control, privacy and function you need. Schedule a complimentary design consultation to get started.
