The foyer above has a great combination of the elements in a smaller space. Note how the wood flooring runs horizontally in the foyer and turns vertical to indicate a transition into the other room.
Do first impressions matter? Yes! No! It’s simply a matter of opinion. But the first impression someone has of your home’s interior is when they walk through your front door. You may be one who doesn’t care about first impressions, and we’re willing to bet your foyer might just reflect the same. I wish I had more of that in me, but truth be told, I think first impressions do count. I can’t help it! As a result, lately I’ve been having foyer fantasies.
Here’s why: this is our foyer. Now, honestly, what is your first impression?
Yeah, it’s pretty bad. This picture was snapped at our home inspection, so I can’t take credit for the plastic flowers. We could see that the foyer had good bones, a closet, some shelf units that helped to define the space, and lighting. BUT, that Mexican restaurant tile! The dated plexiglass divider! The “Hello, welcome to the 80′s” front door! This poor foyer needs some design intervention!
Of course, design intervention is what I live for, so remediation is in the works. Progress reports forthcoming, I promise! In the meantime, let’s review the basic recipe for of an ideal foyer.
Essential ingredients include:
- lighting
- seating
- console, chest, slim table
- coatrack or closet
- mirror and/or art
- defined flooring
photo credit: Ngoc Minh Ngo
This bright and breezy foyer by Jonathan Adler has it all, but do you think anyone has ever worn shoes here?
image from Southern Living
This country casual entryway is much more family friendly. A bench with baskets would be the obvious choice here, so the club chairs offer unexpected comfort and whimsy.
photo credit: Andy Cheung
I love the juxtaposition of the shiny marble tile floor against the rustic bench in the foyer above. Tight and tiny, but it’s all there.
What’s happening in your foyer? Are you missing any of the essentials? Does it make an impression you can live with? Do tell!
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