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Home entrances, lobby rooms, and foyers all have one thing in common – it’s the first and last thing friends, family, and guests see when they enter or exit your home. That’s what makes it super important to have it looking it’s best and to make it impressive and memorable. There are tons of ways to get your entrance looking designer-grade and glamorous. Follow our lead to a jaw-dropping home entrance!

Try Something Dramatic

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I personally love dramatic entrances and there is no other way to achieve this than with dramatic blocks of color, bold patterns, and a large chandelier. Also don’t forget to pay attention to your staircase runner. Rip out old stair runners and opt for something luxurious, or go bare and paint your staircase in a nice dark hue. Another way to make your entrance look dramatic is by making it spacious. Stuck with a huge staircase? There are tons of spiral stairs for sale like those at uk.fontanotshop.com that can save you tons of space and make way for your newly glammed up decorating!

Don’t Be Shy of Color!

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When it comes to color, at Better Decorating Bible we love a lot of it and this hot pink entryway is making us drool! Don’t be scared when it comes to vivid, bright, and eccentric colors in your entryway. Make a statement with something statement worthy like this pink color called Razzle Dazzle by Benjamin Moore. It definitely made this 19th century house in Brooklyn liven up and look glamorous, especially when paired with an amazing 18th century gold Italian mirror.

Go Geometric and Eccentric

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For a modern spin on your home’s entry try a bold, dramatic hue like royal blue and soften it up with glamorous gold accents like gold photo frames and vases. To make your new decorating still look traditional, pair it with something classy like an oriental rug and antique chinoiserie vase.

Mirrored Furnishings and Reflective Accessories

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It’s no doubt that sparkles, shiny things, and lots of lights scream glamorous! To make your home’s entrance look glammed up, opt for a mirrored console table and silver accessories. You can easily turn an old lamp or vase into instant opulence with a cheap can of silver spray paint. Oh the things you can do with spray paint – it’s truly a miracle fix!

Try Out A Striking Wall Mural

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Wall murals have been around for ages and no matter what styles come and go they always look amazing! If you aren’t quite sure about the color or look your are going for, a wall mural can solve all of your problems. Don’t have a great view? Lacking artwork and wall accessories? Wall murals can make your entryway look as if you’ve stepped into a different world, and they make up for any paintings, mirrors, accessories, or a large window you may not have.

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Whenever you pass by a house, what really stands out and catches your eye is the home’s front door. You can create big time curb appeal with huge double doors and nice shiny hardware. If your lawn has undergone a makeover but you just can’t seem to wrap it all together – it could just as well be that you don’t have the right set of doors! We’ve got the 101 on finding the right door for your home in a snap!

One of the most important things is to find a classic door design that is made with high quality and durable material – you definitely don’t want to cheap out here! Oak doors are a good choice for a traditional look, and are easy to fix up when wear and tear starts to show through.

Oak doors are also great for customization – you can sand them down and paint them whichever color you wish, or slather on a nice wood stain. You can add glass panelling, molding, and a wide range of hardware to give you a customized look that fits in perfectly with your home.

The beauty of choosing a simple design is that it won’t overpower your home especially if you have already have a busy exterior like for example, a Victorian designed home. All you may need is a bright colored door to really make it pop!

Go to your local hardware shop and choose a nice, bright color that will make your front door inviting and eye-catching. I love the look of a candy apple red, or even a nice fuchsia door can look pretty without feeling too feminine. A deep purple also makes a strong impression especially on a small home. If you want to make your home look more open and spacious, a clean off-white color will add a minimalist feel and won’t close up your home. Other earthy colors like pale blue, maroon, taupe, or a nice wood stain create a warm, bohemian feel.

Pay attention to your door’s hardware like the doorknobs, mail slot, kick board, and any wrought iron door furnishings like a design in the glass. Find heavy, sturdy doorknobs that stand will stand out and look impressive. Depending on the style of your home, you can choose from various forms of brass, metal, and aluminium. I personally like the look of brushed brass – anything shiny looks a little cliché and doesn’t do it for me.

If you are concerned about heat retention, oak serves as a really good insulator, which is great for chilly winters and hot summers. It also withstands a lot of force and ensures that sound doesn’t leak between rooms. So crank up the music without worries – the neighbours won’t hear a sound!