Consider this post the interior designer’s version of Dear Abby.
We get asked tricky design questions all the time. Where can I find the best velvet sofa? What size rug do I need for this room? How should I combine prints to create an eclectic yet cohesive look?
Another common question we get asked relates to floor plans. We’re quizzed on how to best lay out certain spaces – and usually those spaces are incredibly awkward!
For us, awkward spaces are the name of the game. When we see one, we smirk – knowing that THIS is where our design super powers shine. Allow us to bestow some of our wisdom onto you – and your “hard to design” entryway – with a few tips and tricks of the trade!
1. Add hooks to hang coats and bags.
It’s a wonder what a little wall hook can do! This space previously served no purpose. Now, it is not only functional for daily use but also has a little ledge to house some special decor.
2. Outfit it with a gallery wall.
Put your art on display in your awkward entryway! Add similarly themed paintings to your wall to have guests grinning from ear to ear upon their arrival.
3. Add a statement console table (to ensure that your keys always have a home).
We love this brass style for its sleek design and even sleeker size; it fits even in the most narrow of spaces. Add a small ceramic or wooden dish and designate this as your “key drop” area.
4. Conceal clutter with a closed cabinet.
Let’s face it, entryways can get messy! Whether you’re storing dog leashes, spare mittens or piles of mail – things just tend to accumulate here. Tuck it all away in this stunning cabinet – that keeps the clutter at bay.
5. Style with cozy layers.
Make your entryway just as cozy as the rest of your home with just a few simple touches. Adding some printed pillows and a vintage throw blanket to your velvet upholstered bench is a brilliant way to bolster away the winder blues.
6. Add a statement bench (to sit on while taking off your shoes).
This bone inlay piece does the trick! It is a work of art in its own right – with just enough style to make a statement.
7. Add a statement rug – it’s like art for your floor!
If your entryway wall space is lacking, think about how you can add color and print to your floor. This patterned rug is perfect for a long narrow hallway that doesn’t see a lot of light. It brightens up the space with minimal effort.
8. When in doubt, wallpaper!
It’s no secret that we’re hug fans of wallpaper here. At Michelle Gage Interiors, we firmly believe that wallpaper has the power to transform any room – and we bet your entryway is no exception.
Here are a few additional ideas on how to transform your space. Oh – and a few more!
So, tell us, which one of these tips will you be implementing in your own entryway?