Designer Showcase: 30+ Foyers and Entryways You'll Wanna See
A well-designed entryway sets the tone for your entire home. See how top designers create a welcoming and stunning foyer.
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November 25, 2014
Neutral Traditional Foyer With Two Staircases
Make a sweeping entrance down the grand stairway of this foyer, Scarlett O'Hara-style! Matching mirrored cabinets reflect the intricate inlaid floor and gorgeous Oriental rug.
From:
Kelly Hinchman
Gray Contemporary Foyer With Sofa
In a smaller space, try graphic patterned wallpaper on the walls and ceiling. It can give the room a cozy, intimate feel as seen in this contemporary foyer.
From:
Rethink Design Studio
Contemporary Foyer With Pocket Door
A frosted glass pocket door separates the small foyer of this loft from the great room. Prized art sits on display in a contemporary wooden case with a mirrored back.
Contemporary Entryway Features Bright Orange Accents
Bright orange accents add pizzazz to this contemporary foyer. A vintage fiberglass table centers the room, and a stunning crystal chandelier hangs above. On one side of the space, a wallcovering with gray polka dots and orange damask stretches from the wall to the ceiling. A vintage orange bicycle and a large self-portrait complete the snazzy design.
Neutral Foyer With Sparking Chandelier & Brown Bench
Gradations of monochrome interwoven with splashes of gold, pattern and texture dress up this foyer on display in the 2014 San Francisco Decorator Showcase. A modular bench keeps a low profile beneath a sparking chandelier, while making room for guests in the entryway.
From:
Jonathan Rachman
Contemporary Spanish Style Staircase And Foyer
A lantern pendant light hanging from the wood beam ceiling gives the foyer a homey, rustic vibe. Classic iron railing looks fresh and clean with a contemporary pattern.
From:
Mirador Group
Ornamental Grand Entryway
Wrought iron railing climbs along a set of twin staircases leading up to balconies overlooking the grand foyer. Light floods in from the back of the house through the entryway.
From:
DesRosiers Architects
Blue and White Eclectic Entry With Striped Floors
Walk into this incredible penthouse apartment and you're instantly in an artistic wonderland. Black and white striped floors set a dramatic tone underfoot, while the walls are covered in rich patterns and textured.
From:
Tobi Fairley
Classical Black and White Entryway is Elegant, Luxe
A serene black and white color scheme sets the mood for this luxurious classical entryway. Intricate ceiling detail, a stunning chandelier, delicate archways and a grand staircase complete the look, giving this entryway an overall elegant finish.
From:
Dahlia Mahmood
Blue Modern Foyer With Black and White Striped Floor
The dramatic blue wallpaper in this modern foyer turns the whole space into a dynamic painting. The finishing touch to this memorable space? The high-gloss black-and-white striped floor.
From:
Tobi Fairley
Elegant Entry With Arched Mahogany Door, Hardwood Floor & Stairs
The entrance to the home exudes elegance. An arched mahogany front door matches with the hardwood floor and winding staircase. A pair of candelabra chandeliers and a piano nestled in the corner completes the timeless design.
From:
Clifford Scholz
Stylish Loft Entryway
The entryway of this loft apartment exudes style with a lucite console table, contemporary wall art and a vase of flowers. The adjacent living room was subdivided to create a bedroom, and a floating staircase was added to the newly extended second floor.
Loft Living Room With Floating Staircase
This living room was subdivided to create a bedroom, and a floating staircase was added to the newly extended second floor.
Traditional Foyer With Pretty Green Wallpaper
Green patterned walls greet guests upon entering this home, creating a pleasant atmosphere. Classic white French doors lead into the adjacent living room.
Modern Staircase With Glass Steps Wrapped Around Artistic Shower-Like Feature Falling Into Indoor Pond
A glass staircase creates a very open feel for the modern design. The see through steps wind around a gorgeous modern shower-like fixture that falls down into a pond space below the base of the stairs.
From:
Vanessa DeLeon
Foyer With Mirrored Dresser and Family Photo Gallery Wall
A gorgeous mirror tiled dresser with a silver frame is a statement piece against the neutral walls in this foyer. A starburst mirror complements the dresser. The steps are topped with a gray carpet runner. Photo canvases decorate the staircase wall above the white wainscoting.
From:
Vanessa DeLeon
Mediterranean Foyer with Rustic Touch
Mediterranean with a twist, this Spanish Revival house was not meant to look predictable. Traditional Spanish elements like the floor tiles and flowers pair with more rustic themes like exposed wood beams and paneling.
Neutral Foyer With White Columns
Wood inlays in the floor of this impressive foyer create a seamless transition between the sweeping stone staircase and the hardwood floor of the living room. White columns add to the grandeur of the space.
From:
Amy Conner-Murphy
Floating Staircase in Contemporary Foyer
A large floating staircase helps to break up this open-plan entryway and keeps the space from feeling cavernous with such high ceilings. Light wood railings blend with the hardwood floor and neutral walls to create a cohesive, uninterrupted design.
From:
Andreas Charalambous
Ornate Sky Ceiling in Elegant Foyer
This foyer rotunda comes to life with a hand-painted ceiling edged in a band of specially-commissioned blown glass, creating a kaleidoscope of vibrant hues. The Italian travertine flooring with gold veining initiates in the foyer. An accent back of Jerusalem Gold travertine, augmented with another band of charcoal glass-tile inserts, mimics the oval architecture of the space.
Gray Eclectic Foyer With Cloud Pendants
Cloud-shaped pendant lights and a color palette reminiscent of sunny skies give an air of wonder to this eclectic foyer. The arched door and different shaped windows underline the whimsical mood.
From:
Andrea Schumacher
Green and White Traditional Foyer With Bench
Step inside the front door and green and white striped wallpaper sets a cheery scene. A built-in bench below the staircase is the perfect place to pull off shoes or set a heavy bag.
Beach House Foyer With Dark Wood Fixtures
Grasscloth walls and dark wood fixtures give this beach home a contemporary yet tropical look. The neutral palette keeps it comfortable while different patterns and textures give the area more life.
From:
Weaver Design Group
White Cottage Foyer With Bottle Chandelier
Blue glass bottles make a unique and beautiful chandelier in this beach cottage's foyer, especially when lit by the sunshine pouring in from the high window. The aqua front door adds another fun splash of color.
From:
Kristianne Watts
Contemporary Foyer in Open Concept Home
The main entrance features two short stairways — one offering access to the main living space and the other offering access to the elevated master bedroom. A wall provides privacy for the master bedroom in the mostly open concept home.
From:
Luciana Corwin
Urban Foyer With Stained Glass Windows
A refurbished pew at the top of the entryway stairs is a cute nod to this gorgeous home's cathedral-like architecture, enhanced by beautiful yellow and green stained-glass windows.
From:
Linc Thelen Design
Foyer With Spiral Wood Staircase and Large Chandelier
An oversized chandelier crowns this traditional foyer with flair to keep the formal room feeling more casual. The beautiful wood floors of this home are stained with a custom blend of walnut and dark oak stain to let the grain of the white oak shine through. The wood carries up a winding staircase, creating a cohesive space.
From:
Chango and Co.
Elegant Country Foyer Boasts Dark Wood Doors & Exposed Beams
The entrance to this elegant home features a country-style foyer with dark wood exposed beams, delicate hanging lanterns and double doors that make quite the statement.
Conversation Pieces in Eclectic Foyer
The family wanted to showcase their personal style and spunk, so designers added statement pieces to the entryway of this home. Unique artwork hangs on the walls of the space, while the floor is adorned with a large, butterfly rug. The dresser in the foyer is an antique English dresser that has been upcycled to include the lyrics of the song, "Imagine," to showcase the family's unique values.
Contemporary White Foyer with Storage Bench and Armoire
The custom built-in bench provided a convenient spot to shed outerwear and boots. The armoire in antiqued natural walnut brought warmth and character into the space and added much needed storage.
From:
Bria Hammel Interiors
Neutral-Hued Foyer Is Elegant, Authentic
A traditional staircase pairs with an upholstered bench and a distressed side table to create an elegant yet inviting atmosphere upon entering this home. A warm color scheme of creamy neutrals and rich browns creates a compelling sense of authenticity.
From:
Lori Rourk
Eclectic Foyer Features Eastern Influenced Cabinet, Sconce & Striking Spiral Staircase
An Eastern influenced cabinet is a great and functional anchor point for storage and organization in this eclectic foyer. The spiral staircase with patterned carpet and dark wood railing is a striking way to introduce visitors to any home or business and contrasts warmly with a beautiful wood floor. Attention to detail – like an ornate sconce, decorative wool rug and fun oversized candles on a contrasting black table – makes the space immediately fun and inspiring.
From:
J. Allen
