Whether you have a grand foyer or small entryway, these spaces will inspire you.

It’s no secret that we’re all aboutcurb appeal.

We love our front lawns, our boxwoods, and our charmingly decoratedporches.

2022 Idea House foyer

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Who doesn’t love a polishedhome exterior?

What we mean to say is something you probably already know: your foyer matters.

Properentry halldecor can instantly make guests feel welcome while establishing the spirit of your home.

Entry hall with reading nook and blue sectional

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Plus, it can be asmall spacefull of practical storage solutions.

Not sure how to decorate your entry?

We’ve gathered some of our favorite foyer decor ideas here for your inspiration.

Taylor Hill Charleston Home Entryway

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Squeeze in a Cozy Perch

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Entryways don’t have to just be pass-through spaces.

Lean Into the Non-Traditional

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This isn’t your typical foyer.

The other half of the room offers plush seating.

Mark Sikes Sea Island beach house entry

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Keep it Laid Back

Amy Neunsinger

Sometimes the warmest welcome is the simplest.

The warm terra-cotta floor, woven runner on the stairs, and antique furnishings create an inviting space.

Though the hue might not be everyone’s cup of tea, it ties the whole space together.

Stephanie Sabbe Nashville home entry

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Designer Stephanie Sabbe also incorporated the color into other areas of the homeincluding the adjacent sitting room.

Pull Double Duty

Eric Piasecki

Don’t have a dedicated grand foyer?

It holds everything from plants and keys to seasonal decor.

Andrew Howard formal living room St. Simons Island, Georgia

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They also removed layers of wallpaper and plaster to discover original wood which is highlighted under the chair rail.

18)on the trim andBenjamin Moores Simply White (OC-117)on the walls is the perfect backdrop.

Below, the pink velvet bench pulls its palette from the framed panels, helping anchor the hallway.

Brandon Ingram Atlanta Home, Entryway

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In this foyer, designer Chip Groome added four identical windows going up the staircase for an appealing look.

Use a container that has an opening small enough to keep the heavy palms from going their own way.

A starburst mirror from Paris, two Museum Bees, and a vintage cobblers bench complete this bold entry.

McNeill Family Farmhouse Foyer

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Widen Your Space

Alison Gootee

Designer Caroline Brackett designed herfoyerwith its volume in mind.

The height of the antique Virginia huntboard also helps the space that now sings with color.

These varying heights create a more dynamic, lived-in look that makes your house feel like a home.

laura jenkins Entryway

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Tuck your favorite piece of furniture into an unexpected place to fill an otherwise blank corner.

Add personality-filled accents on top.

239)on the trim), the space feels light and bright, balancing the dark front door.

Entry with framed wallpaper panel

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The high-gloss finish brings light to the darker-hued walls, giving the formal space a playful feel.

This antique hall tree adds purpose and charm to the foyer.

White shiplap adds to the coastal feel of the space.

Hanna Seabrook Front Entry in Louisville, Kentucky

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Across the room, an inviting bench tucked beneath the stairwell adds a cozy feel to the open space.

Inside, equally vibrant colors carry the energy throughout.

This one came to be after homeowner Sarah Tucker admired her neighbors antique church pew.

White and wood staircase

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He surprised her by gifting her the treasured bench before moving into an assisted-living home.

Ive never painted it because Ive loved it just the way it came to me, she says.

He told me he got it many years ago from one of the oldest churches in Bradenton.

Palm in a vase in the foyer

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Its also a perfect complement to the wall color (Sherwin-Williams Sea Salt, SW 6204).

Nod To Rustic Charm

The space under your stairs doesn’t have to be wasted.

An upholstered chair paired with a vintage chest provides a cozy landing spot near the front door inthis farmhouse.

Entryway with bold wallpaper and bench with gallery wall

The designer chose all black frames to make the entry’s gallery wall feel cohesive.Credit:Hector Manuel Sanchez

Personal accents like this grouping of vintage trophies is inexpensive and rich with color and texture.

Be Confident With Color

We love an exterior painted front door, but what about the inside?

The exuberant purple of this diamante-patterned front door works in contrast with the warm yellow hue of the walls.

Foyer with front door open and dog sitting on carpet

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It also ties in nicely to the hanging lanterns that are subtly trimmed in matching purple velvet.

Geometric-patterned walls and subtle coastal elements strike the perfect balance.

Pairing dark wood with white walls adds just the right amount of drama.

Dana Gibson Colorful Richmond Home Front Entry

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Concentrate On A Theme

Anything is fair game when you are searching for color inspiration.

Here, the vibrant colors and X-pattern of this interior door are lifted from the jockey paintings.

Inthis new-old home, oil-rubbed kerosene lanterns and antique objects nod to stories ready to be shared.

Console table in hallway

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Establish A Mood

Choose an overall color palette that plays well with the adjoining spaces.

Highlight The Wallpaper

Get major impact in small spaces with a lively print like this geometric pattern.

Use sparingly to ensure the bold design doesn’t overwhelm your room.

2018 idea House in Austin Texas Foyer/Entry

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Use Reclaimed And Restored Pieces

Mix found pieces to create unique furniture and accessories.

Thegraphic staircaseadds a sculptural wow factor right inside the front door.

Here, seasonal accents are seamlessly paired with distressed wood-framed photos.

Nicola McLaughlin San Antonio, TX Home Entry

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Keep It Quaint

Forgoing hallways in this small cottage created space for a welcoming foyer.

Here, nature pulls it all together.

Allison Allen Atlanta Home

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Idea House 2020 Entry Antique Hall Tree

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Lowcountry Foyer

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2021 Idea House Entryway

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North Carolina Rancher Foyer with Yellow Door

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Welcoming bench

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Rustic Charm

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Foyer

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Elegant Geometric Foyer

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Beachy Beauty

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Barn Decorating: Color Inspiration

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Sarah Tuttle Foyer Decorated for Christmas

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Nostalgic Foyer Feel

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Functional Foyer

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Dallas Tudor Foyer

Establish a Mood

Graphic Wallpaper

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Entry Staircase

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Reclaim & Restore

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Modern Touches

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In Season

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No. 2 Embrace an Eclectic Mix

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Evoking History

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Cottage Entry

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Inspired by Nature

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Unexpected Accents

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