large entryway need ideas
I am buying a beautiful condo on the water in florida. It has a large entryway is not welcoming. There is only one wall to work with. The rest of the area is doorways and a hallway and powder room. I was thinking of doing something like what is already here because you need something in the middle of the floor, but the rug and table there now definitely is NOT working , nor is the too small of a statue on the table. The hanging light seems way too small for the space you need something that is larger and makes a statement. I was thinking a massive floor shelf on the wall space with photo frames and a few nice pieces as I never seem to have a spot for pictures, also a thought is a massive plant but we are only there half the year so that may not work? Any ideas are greatly appreciated! I want a warmer more welcoming space upon entry to the unit. This whole area seems like dead wasted space to me right now! Than you!
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3 months agoSome inspiration. The cluttered table looks ready for Thanksgiving in a farmhouse. The table can be used for different decor during the year.
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3 months agoThere are so many ways you can decorate and use this space, but it doesn't exist in a vacuum and none of us here know what other spaces it leads into and what furniture you plan to use in those rooms.
Maybe an open table base, so you can store some stools under it for some extra seating.
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Wallpaper on walls and/or ceiling would make a statement. You can go wild with pattern/color or more subdued with texture from a neutral grass cloth.
This is a bit too "shiny" for me, but gives you an idea of other furniture you can use in a foyer/hallway space.
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Another idea, but I would customize in a more "normal" fabric combination!
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Flo Mangan
3 months agoBeen playing with some ideas. Of course, need more info from you but my thought is light and breezy with some black for grounding and contrast. Big but light chandelier would reflect Florida vibe without being too typical. You can choose color palette of course but with what looks like marble flooring, a rug is needed and an upholstered bench would add texture which brings warmth.
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