A beige runner lays atop the dark wood floors in this classic farmhouse entry that features a white door with white trim and light cream walls. The space is illuminated by a simple hanging light fixture and is decorated with a classic wooden console table topped with a potted plant.
30 Innovative Foyer Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project
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Published: March 26, 2023
Updated: November 26, 2023
The foyer is often the first area of your home that guests will see when they enter, so it is imperative to create a welcoming and functional space. However, foyers can often be narrow, small, or lacking in natural light making them difficult to decorate. Nevertheless, with the right design approach, you can transform your foyer into a stylish and practical space.
One way to make the most of a small foyer is to incorporate clever storage solutions, such as hooks, baskets, or shelves. This will help keep clutter at bay and provide a designated spot for items like shoes, keys, and bags. Another tip is to use light and neutral colors to create a sense of airiness and brightness, even if there is no natural light. If you are lucky enough to have the space, you can consider adding furniture like a bench or console table to create a cozy inviting atmosphere.
Ultimately, the key to creating a beautiful and functional foyer is to think about the area’s purpose and how you can maximize its potential. Whether you are going for a classic farmhouse look or a bold modern statement, below are many foyer ideas to help inspire your next project.
02 of Entryway With Vintage Table Lamp
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A wooden console table is decorated with a large mirror, some potted plants, and a glass vase filled with branches of white leaves. A patterned rug lays in front of the wooden door with glass inserts.
03 of Black and White Foyer Ideas
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Black French doors are opened to reveal a foyer with a white and black diamond pattern area rug. A wood console table topped with a white lamp is perched under a black frame mirror.
Modern accents are seen in the sputnik-style light fixture and black and white abstract print hanging on the wall nearby.
04 of Black Double Doors and Abstract Art
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Black double doors open to a long hallway featuring a black and white patterned area rug and a light wood console table. The console table is topped with a lamp, arched mirror, and other trinkets that face the opposing wall styled with a large piece of abstract art.
05 of White Shiplap Entryway With Vintage Bench
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This entryway with white shiplap walls features a gray entrance door with glass. A vintage entryway bench with gray and white gingham upholstery is placed next to the door under a decorative white mirror and matching vintage sconces.
06 of Winter Entryway With Wooden Bench
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Circular woven wall baskets are displayed in this entryway over a wooden bench. A white sheepskin throw and a plaid accent pillow are placed on the bench. White branches are arranged in a white and clear vessel next to the bench.
07 of White Front Door With Glass Panels
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A white front door with glass panels and large glass sidelines is the focal point of this entryway which also features a black and glass pendant light hanging above the mid-toned wood floors. The space is kept simple with a few pieces of wall art and white wainscotting along the base of the beige walls.
08 of Simple Farmhouse Entry
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A black front door opens into a farmhouse entryway with a tan woven bench. The bench is topped with gray pillows and a white blanket resting beneath the mounted coat rack and motivational wall art.
09 of White Shiplap Entryway With Modern Bench
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A large round rattan mirror is mounted on a white shiplap entryway wall. A beige throw blanket is draped over a dark brown leather bench, while a potted plant is placed on the floor near the white door.
10 of Classic Foyer With Vaulted Ceiling
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This cozy farmhouse entryway is illuminated by dark wood beams on the ceiling and white walls. A large window with traditional shutters rests above a wooden bench. The space has hints of medieval charm from the hanging glass pendant fixture or the traditional iron surface hinges on the door.
11 of Black Pendant Lights and Gingham Throws
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A black lantern pendant light hangs over the dark hardwood floors and the patterned area rug in this farmhouse entry. To the side of the black door is a small wooden bench topped with gingham pillows.
12 of Farmhouse Entryway With Reflective Mirror
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The large mirror set atop a wooden console table reflects the natural wood double doors featuring large window panels and matching wreaths. The wood console table is decorated with a potted plant, a golden lantern, a tray, and some wooden beads. A woven basket is tucked beneath the table.
13 of Entryway With a Traditional Glass Chandelier
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A wooden door with white sidelights opens to a modest foyer featuring a metal coat rack mounted next to the door under a golden-framed piece of art. The area is illuminated by a glass chandelier hanging above the cherry wood floors.
14 of Light Blue Front Door
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This entryway boasts white walls, pale blue doors, and a blue and white rug on the light wood floor. A plant in a large white pot is placed next to the double front doors resting atop a black table.
15 of Bright and Airy Entrance
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Wooden double doors open to a spacious foyer featuring light wooden floors, a pew-like bench, and an elevated console table. The table is adorned with a lush pothos plant, a traditional lamp, and a hung gold-framed mirror.
16 of Traditional Foyer Ideas With Blue Accents
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A dark classic door opens onto a modest foyer featuring hardwood floors, a round white and blue rug, and a vintage black bench seat topped with a woven pillow and throw. To the left of the door is a lush planted Ivy sitting atop a decorative metal stand.
17 of Architectural Prints and Jute Poufs
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This entry features two jute poufs placed underneath simple architectural wall prints and a small wreath. The space is illuminated by a gold light fixture hanging above the mid-toned wood floors.
18 of Lantern Pendant Light Over Round, Beige Rug
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This entryway features white walls, a white front door, and a warm wood tile floor. A black lantern pendant light hangs over a round beige rug. A wooden entry table rests beneath the stairs topped with classic decor.
19 of Entryway Bench With Beige Tufted Seat
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This entryway boasts taupe walls, a white front door with sidelights, and a dark wood floor. A gray rug is laid on the dark wood floor. Two pillows rest on a wooden bench with tufted beige padding under the stairs.
20 of Black Front Door in Modern House Foyer
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A modern entryway is designed with a black farmhouse front door, white walls, and an ivory-tiled floor. A wooden side table rests next to the door topped with a plant under the hung wall art. The floor is warmed up with a patterned rug.
21 of Classic Entryway Design
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This foyer features white walls, warm flooring, and minimal decor. Next to the wooden door is a mounted hanger for personal items beneath a mounted piece of art. A black table lamp resides on top of a slim end table on the opposing side of the door.
22 of Traditional Entry With Two-toned Wainscotting
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This entryway boasts white double doors with leaded glass inserts opening onto a tiled foyer with two-tone wainscotting. The foyer is decorated with a circular black white and beige rug set to the side of an upholstered white bench topped with two pillows and a sage green throw blanket.
23 of White Farmhouse Foyer With Brick Accent Wall
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A white front door opens to a modern farmhouse entryway with a brick accent wall. A wooden console table is accessorized with a black typewriter, a large rust vessel filled with botanicals, and a light wooden tray filled with trinkets. A large round mirror hangs on the wall above the table.
24 of Entryway With Eucalyptus Basket Décor
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This entryway features off-white walls, beige tiled floors, and a cream and blue patterned rug. A woven basket filled with dried eucalyptus hangs off the ivory door. To the left of the door is a black bench seat topped with pillows and a blanket resting beneath a white coat rack.
25 of Grey Wood Flooring Inspiration for a Grey and White-themed Home
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Burnt wood stairs contrast beautifully with the soft grey wood flooring in this entryway. Corresponding grey and white paint line the walls and molding in the space, creating cohesion and a great neutral foundation. A woven basket of hydrangea stems is placed beside the black door beneath a boxwood wreath.
26 of High Ceilings and Black Chandelier
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This grand white board and batten paneled entryway with large wooden double doors features high ceilings, light wood floors, and a black metal chandelier. A staircase with wooden treads and black iron spindles leads upstairs.
27 of White Entryway With Black Frame Wall Décor
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This entryway features a white door, a warm wooden floor, and a natural woven area rug just off the living room. On the wall next to the door are mounted three pieces of art all hanging above a black chair adorned with a small potted plant resting on top.
28 of Wood and White Entryway Wall with Hooks
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A light wood floor and beige wall create a minimalist look in this entryway that features a white side table with a wood top and an upholstered bench in neutral colors. Wall art and greenery create a farmhouse look.
29 of Entryway With Hints of Spring
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A white front door is featured at the entrance of this foyer and is accessorized with a wreath of greenery. A framed picture of florals hangs against one wall, offering a hint of the season. A small wooden stool hosts a planter filled with foliage.
30 of Bright and Inviting Foyer Area
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This bright and inviting foyer is decked out with white finishes and natural touches. Meanwhile, a beige rug complements the ceramic potted plant on the right, providing some texture to this otherwise all-white foyer area.
