I always find that the entrance is the most important room in a flat or house as it's the first impression that people get when they come to your place.
House to Home An entrance should most of all be welcoming but instead it's often a neglected place. The entrance is a room of transition; you are either on your way out or just got back home. Practicality is a very important aspect of every entrance hall as it's the place where you hang up your coat, take of your shoes, drop of your key, umbrella, gloves, hat scarves etc... Aesthetics usually play a minor role unless you have plenty of space (something that doesn't usually happen in London)!
Homes & GardenIf I had a bigger hallway I would use it to display my books. As you can see, I'm in desperate need for more book space...
One thing I always try to do is making sure that my doormat looks nice and inviting. If it looks old and scruffy, I throw it out and replace it with a new one!
What's your entrance like? What tricks did you use to make it look welcoming?
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The first one is my favourite, lots of storage and somewhere to sit while removing the footwear. I don't really have an entrance hall, the door opens right into an open plan living room/kitchen/diner.
ReplyDeleteI like the idea of a small hallway with a bench to sit and tie or untie your shoes. Of course, a mirror for a final look before heading out the door.
ReplyDeleteThis is very true darling...sadly..mine looks a bit sad..its just too narrow to do anything with it really...but perhaps a few prints? Hmmm...you got me thinking now :)
ReplyDeleteLovely pics!! I like the first one, I have hooks similar to those in my entranceway ~ Tina x
ReplyDeletePrints sounds good. I'm sure they will light up your hallway, no matter how small it is! Send us a pic and let's come up with some ideas ;-)
ReplyDeleteMine it's small, with 4 doors, a curtain that cover an hiding-place...and I must paint it!
ReplyDeletenow is red...doors are pale brown...it will be white with red cieling. I guess I can do a b&a post.
Hi Massi,
ReplyDeleteA red ceiling? Is your ceiling very high then? Because it will come down when you paint it a dark colour. Interesting though. How about white walls and red doors rather than a red ceiling? Sorry, just thinking out loud! Please, please, please do a b&a post!!!
Love that wall mounted drawer unit!
ReplyDeleteI think a major addition to brighten a hallway or entrance is fresh flowers or twigs. In Winter and in the evenings (and ALWAYS when we have guests..) I light candles on the table of our entrance. Sometimes I put lanterns outside the front door (steps) to extend the welcoming gesture..
xCharlotta