Cathy Whitlock gives tips for making a decorative statement in your entry hall, which sets the tone for the rest of the house. Plants, accessories and color are an easy way to transform the space.
Traditional
- Ficus trees are very classic and look good flanking a doorway. They need light , so if your entryway doesn't get a lot, think about a dieffenbachia, Chinese evergreen or a silk tree.
- Oriental carpets are the number one kind put in entrance halls. They look beautiful , wear well and tend to hide dirt.
- Use one main piece of furniture like a chest to anchor the area (figure A). Display a favorite collection and/or lamps on it. Hang a picture or mirror above to check yourself before leaving or if guests arrive.
- Yellow goes with everything so it's a good choice for the entry, which flows into so many other rooms in the home.
Contemporary
- Palm trees are very contemporary and add nice height.
- Place a chair at the front door as a catchall for bags, jackets, keys, etc. when you first walk through the door.
- A console table is very functional plus its long and narrow shape fills the space (figure B). Simple baskets and a fern help to fill the open area under it . Choose accessories carefully as they determine the style of your entry hall.
- Use molding to draw eyes up and make the space seem larger.
- A sisal carpet works well for a contemporary look.
Guests Cathy Whitlock
Interior Designer, ASID, Cathy Whitlock Interiors
4400 Belmont Park Terrace, Arden 105
Nashville, TN 37215
Phone: 615-298-5130
Fax: 866-725-2593
E-mail:
catwhitlock@gmail.com
Website:
www.cathywhitlock.com
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