First impressions are hard to forget, and this extends to your home. When someone is entering your home for the first time, their initial thoughts will inevitably be based on the first thing they see: your entryway. While this may not be the space you spend most of your time in, it sets the tone of your style for guests that you host. Creating a unique entryway can be a fun decor update that changes the vibe of your home completely. New and modern entryway design ideas are trending across the country as this space can change with the seasons or remain a steady base to highlight your personal home style.

Capitalize on a Style

An entryway is a perfect place to try out new trends or highlight a style that is already implemented throughout your home. Your entryway will be setting the tone for the rest of your home, so it is important for it to have a general cohesion with the rest of your decor. Here are some of the most popular entryway furniture options and design ideas, and the best methods to incorporate them into your space:

• Modern: a focal point of any modern entryway is the neutral color palette that works to tie the space together, perhaps with a pop or two of a favorite bold shade. The furnishings and decor are typically sleek and simple. They may include a geometric mirror or other modern wall art, plants (real or faux) and perhaps a sleek lamp for extra lighting.
• Farmhouse: when applied to an entryway, this theme may focus on wood pieces surrounded by other neutral decorations. Farmhouse foyers will often have a simple, yet tasteful piece of wall art to bring it all together, perhaps featuring an animal or natural scene.
• Nature-oriented: as the name suggests, this style heavily emphasizes items such as plants and flowers. Bringing the outside inside perfectly highlights the purpose of this in-between space, and adds a fun and natural touch to your home.
• Minimalist: this theme truly highlights the less-is-more dynamic and is best represented through just a few staple pieces. A large mirror is often a go-to in a minimalist entryway, as well as a simple and neutral bench that is seated next to a large plant.
• Boho-chic: often known for its warm tones and wood accents, a boho-chic entryway can be achieved by layering colors, textures and patterns throughout the decorations implemented in your entryway.
• Cottagecore: a perfect way to capture this trending style is through wicker accents such as boxes or plant holders. Oftentimes, blue, green and white accents are prominent throughout this theme.

Start with the base-ics

After selecting your desired style, you can choose a base that will serve as a focal point in your space. If you are looking for a one-and-done entryway piece, try out a hall tree that may incorporate storage hooks, a bench and additional storage. Another common entryway option is a storage bench, which serves multiple purposes and works well even in many small spaces. A timeless and trendy addition to any entryway space is a coat rack, which can be a great way to capitalize on even the smallest empty spaces. If you are short on space but still want to display statement pieces or other fun decor pieces, an accent table, such as a foyer table, sofa table or small telephone table, or a wall shelf is likely the way to go.

Cohesive Decorations

After selecting your base that matches your desired look, it is time to find what you will put on it. No matter what style you are going for, try to avoid overpowering your entryway. Finding a few decorations complemented by a beautiful piece of wall art is the perfect way to both capitalize on a style while keeping your entryway looking clean and tasteful.

Creating Something Fun

If you are looking for something that is functional and adds a fun touch to your home, there are easy ways to incorporate this. Here are a couple of our favorite ideas:

• A bar can be incorporated into your entryway through an accent piece such as a bar cart, that can hold glassware, bottles and the components to create your go-to drinks. This can be a fun way to welcome guests into your home and is a perfect addition if your home doesn’t have a built-in bar space.
• A snack station is another fun and welcoming way to spice up your entryway. You can utilize any table by adding glass jars filled with your favorite snacks or capitalize on shelf space by storing bowls or napkins out of view.

Pull it all Together

If after all of this, your entryway still seems to be lacking something, a simple and functional addition is an area rug. You can find area rugs in nearly any size, style and color, so don’t be afraid to get creative if you need more color in your space! Area rugs can also utilize patterns and textures seen elsewhere throughout your home and work to create a perfect sense of cohesion throughout your decor. Beyond looks, an area rug is ideal for an entryway to hold shoes, and stop dirt or snow from getting into the rest of your home.

When looking for entryway design ideas, there are countless options to help you create the ideal entryway for your home. After creating the perfect space for your house, not only will guests feel welcomed and get a beautiful first impression of your home, but it can transform your home into something you love entering every day. After all, it is a first impression of your space for you too!