Other people’s homes fascinate me as decor choices reveal so much about personality. Like your first impression of a stranger, an entryway can put you off or make you feel like an old friend.
I love entryways with ordered clutter: fleecy jackets lined up on hooks, baskets of colorful rain boots, and children’s artwork brightening the walls. Let’s look at some small entryway decor ideas that will inspire you.
Decorate an entryway with striking, functional furniture. Gorgeously papered or painted walls, and cozy rugs to add warmth and color. Replace dated light fittings and hang mirrors to reflect the light. Decorate with personal touches like artwork, books, and plants.
The two challenges of entryway decoration are limited space and multiple functions. Your decor choices must balance a desire to provide a warm welcome to friends and family with the reality of a utilitarian dumping site.
I’ve put together a list of handy ideas and tips to help you decorate your entryway.
15 Decorating Ideas for a Small Entryway to Inspire You
Transform your entry area from messy to fab with the simple decor ideas in this entryway makeover.
Looking to make your small entryway both functional and attractive? You will love these simple entry decor ideas.
Create a modern farmhouse entryway and transform your space in one hour with this diy Sharpie shiplap.
You can decorate your entry with plants by planting on walls with macrame hangers as Amy (The Gifted Gabber) did in her awkward entryway. She even teaches you how to hang the plants without drilling.
Greenery always has a soothing effect and is an fun and welcoming update for the entryway.
And you can change your foliage with the seasons: autumnal reds and oranges for fall, evergreens for Christmas, and, of course, pumpkins for Halloween.
Transform your entry area with Farmhouse Cricut projects. Learn how to make decorate pillow, foot mat and leaf cutouts.
Give your visitors a warm welcome with this awesome Welcome Sign with shelf where you can display gnomes and other stuff.
This seasonal sign is incredibly charming, and you can easily craft this interchangeable home gnome sign in just a few minutes
What I really like about this Metallic Stenciled Entry Wall is that it stands out beautifully as a standalone feature. So your entry doesn’t need any other decorations because the walls are already stunning and eye-catching.
Easy and budget friendly ideas to decorate your fall entryway without
using too many seasonal items!
Botanical themed entry on a budget plus free fern printables
You will love this Scandinavian inspired, budget friendly fern botanical entry. And it comes with a free fern printable.
Deck your entryway with this amazing diy farmhouse style console table. Better still, this console table will also work for whatever purpose you need in your home!
Add a bit of personality to your entry and let your visitors know you are happy to see them with this custom painted doormat DIY.
Learn how to create a useful and modern entryway that meets your family's needs in 3 simple steps.
This upcycled bench make from old bed headboard looks sleek and beautiful. Placing a bench in your entry makes shoe removal easy and avoid a bottleneck in a no-shoe household.
This Embroidery Hoop Wreath is a fun way to change the look of your entry and a great Cricut craft you will be proud to show off to your guests.
Simple Tips and Ideas on How to Decorate a Small Entryway
Console Tables
Typically narrow, console tables provide space for random belongings. Keep your entryway uncluttered with a minimalist table that has space for a dish to hold keys, a storage basket for scarves and gloves, and a lamp to welcome you home. A gorgeous houseplant is a great for decorative color.
A colorful console table welcomes guests to your home.
Benches
Provide a bench to make shoe removal easy and avoid a bottleneck in a no-shoe household. For a rustic look, choose an old-fashioned, Shaker—style wooden bench.
Wallpaper
Papering the walls – or using handy peel-and-stick paper – is a design secret when you want impact. Choose wallpaper that matches your aesthetic and combine it with statement furniture.
Playful Color
Create a mood with your paint choice from the moment someone steps into your home. Rich blue walls, warm wooden floors, and antique furniture make an elegant statement.
Make your entryway a serene space where your troubles fall way. Paint the walls a moody gray and keep it simple with crisp white furniture.
Decorative Tiles
Installing new tiles in an entryway is a relatively small job which pays dividends in appeal. Decorative tiles in contrasting colors, and interesting shapes can make the floor an unexpected feature.
Rugs and Runners
You can literally roll out an entry mat in the hallway! Let a rug catch dirty feet before traipsing through the house, reducing the cleaning load. A rug or runner is also cozy and inviting, covers dull or ugly flooring, and infuses a small entryway with color.
Lighting
A well-lit entryway welcomes you home, so select a fitting with high light output, walls with reflective paint, and bright mirrors to sparkle.
In very narrow entrances or hallways with low ceilings, lighting is a crucial feature. Flush or semi-flush fixtures make best use of limited space.
Mirrors
Mirrors are essential to a well-decorated entryway. They reflect light, maximize space, and allow for a quick hair check before leaving the house.
A mirror with an unusual shape or frame functions both as a looking glass and an artwork. Look out for vintage and retro frames, or replicas, which are often well-priced.
Gallery Wall
Family photos provide a personal touch and are a reminder of happy times. Create a gallery wall of mismatched images, or unify the look with matching frames, themes, or colors.
If you don’t favor a gallery wall with multiple pictures, position a single statement artwork or heirloom opposite the door for maximum impact.
Plants
A vase of flowers or a thriving plant extends the garden into your home. Greenery always has a soothing effect and is an fun and welcoming update for the entryway.
Final Thoughts on Small Entryway Decorating Ideas
The best way to decorate an entryway is to express your personality through photos, plants, mirrors, books and sculptures. Welcome friends and family with brightly colored walls, snug rugs, and sparkling light fittings. Remember that an entryway creates a first impression, so ensure that it is both functional and beautiful.
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