10 ideas for decorating a modern entrance hall

Alessandro Lorenzi
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When it comes to interior design, few challenges require more effort than furnishing a contemporary entrance hall. Small spaces and often insufficient natural light are commonplace problems; the solution, however, is just around the corner. Simply combine functional furnishings, minimalist shapes, and a touch of comfort to create a space with plenty of personality, capable of welcoming visitors.

The canons of modern sophistication in mid-century style speak clearly: it is essential to enhance spaces and carefully combine colors, materials, and decorative elements. No matter how large a foyer, every detail must harmonize with the rest of the home.

Are you looking for ideas for decorating the entrance to your home and conveying a contemporary touch without being overly pretentious? We at Casavo welcome you to this guide: 10 style tips that will make anyone who sets foot in your home scream "Wow!".

1. Pay attention to the lighting down to the smallest details

Before considering the furnishings, ask yourself if your entrance is bright enough. A dark space will appear too narrow and could seem unwelcoming: not a great way to present yourself, in short. A large window that radiates natural light is A magnificent solution, but alternatively, there are dozens of tricks for lighting your home.

To decorate the entrance, for example, install spotlights that create diffused light, perhaps set in a false ceiling. Then take care of the rest of the scene: a lamp positioned in the right spot is ideal for highlighting a design object you care about.

2. A minimal wall coat rack

Minimum space, maximum performance: the wall coat rack is an essential accessory for furnishing an entrance hall, combining elegance and comfort. Unlike floor-standing models, it doesn't take up much space and is barely noticeable when it's not swamped with bags, hats, and jackets. In terms of practicality, there's nothing better for modest-sized apartments.

3. The incredible comfort of a chest

We assume that among the ideas for furnishing the entrance hall of your home you've already included Purchase a practical and slim shoe rack that leaves nothing on display. Since comfort is never enough, how about placing a comfortable chest with clean, essential lines next to it? In addition to a seat, you'll gain additional space to organize.

4. Modular furniture: the best when you have space

Even in a spacious entrance hall, the main rule is to reduce clutter and avoid crowding. Modular solutions have precisely this advantage: they offer additional storage in addition to the essential ones - such as a wardrobe for jackets, shoe rack, and various shelves - in a single space-saving piece of furniture.

5. YES to the console table for the hallway entrance

On the contrary, when furnishing the entrance is synonymous with furnishing a hallway, every centimeter becomes vital. Our advice is: Install a simple, long console table — no more than 30 centimeters deep — that acts as a pocket shelf.

An alternative? Classic suspended cubes are a good compromise, even if their extreme simplicity, in the long run, may no longer satisfy you.

6. The warm welcome of fabrics

It's wonderful to enter your home and immediately feel pampered. And a beautiful rug has this incredible gift, as long as it is positioned properly. Match the fabric and pattern to the rest of your furniture, then carefully choose where to hang it to clearly define the space and welcome your guests.

7. The evergreen solution: mirror and shelf in the entryway

Nothing is better than a mirror and a shelf for the entryway if you're looking for a solution that never goes out of style. Combined in a multifunctional piece of furniture, they give you a support surface, expand the depth of the room, and help spread light in one fell swoop.

Just be careful where you orient the reflective surface. According to Feng Shui - the Eastern philosophy for a harmonious home - you should never hang a mirror opposite the entrance door.

8. Create a partition in open spaces

In modern apartments, it is common to have direct access to the living room. If this is the case, you should never hang a mirror opposite the entrance door. In your case, we recommend creating a small hallway that serves as the entrance to your home and furnishing it using some original ideas.

A plasterboard wall covered with decorative wallpaper is a great eye-catcher; however, if you prefer to avoid further renovations, a dividing cabinet could also be the right choice for you. The important thing is to divide the spaces with a partition and then choose the furniture according to your needs.

9. Decorate the entrance with the good mood of plants

Imagine opening the front door and first admiring a lush vertical garden on the opposite wall. A touch of green is what you need to liven up a corner of the house that is often dark and dull. If you don't want to go that far, don't worry: there are many decorative plants that don't require much light.

10. Take advantage of the surprise effect

When the space allows it, you can indulge in a little more refinement: for example, you could dare with a work of art. Simply place a contemporary statue or any of the iconic objects that have made the history of design to transform a simple entrance hall into a small museum corner.

An entrance is like a business card, and when you're looking for a home, it must strike you at first sight. Are you hoping for love at first sight? Check out Casavo's advertising platform: many solutions await you.

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