We’ve shared lots of ideas to decorate an entryway in different styles but we have never talked about what should be there, in your entryway. We suddenly understood that if you are a person with your first home – rented or bought, you may puzzle over what to buy or make for your entryway for a cool look and full functionality. Here are some easy design tips that will help!

Offer A Seat

Many entryways are missing a place to sit, though such a space is very convenient to slip on shoes and doesn’t require a ton of space – it can be just a chair or a stool. More than that, you can place a bench that will double as a storage item – it can have a hidden storage space or some shelving, if not – just add it! a small leather bench with a metal frame won't take much space while providing a seat and adding style

an industrial bench with metal legs, a wooden seat and wide shelves for storing shoes is a genius idea

a vintage-inspired wooden bench with wooden boxes for storage under it - you can place some if you need

a built-in bench with many drawers and some storage items around will keep your entryway decluttered

a vintage-inspired bench features an open shelf and some drawers under the seat for storage

add style to your space with a contemporary upholstered and clear acryl bnch like this one

make a mid-century modern statement with a mustard-colored upholstered mini sofa in your entryway

a simple wooden bench on hairpin legs and baskets for storage under it is a stylish and easy to relaize idea

an upholstered bench with an open shelf, where you can place a basket for storage or the items themselves

Look Up

Entryways are often small, so you may think that this isn’t a place to define and show off your style, and you are wrong here. Even in a tight area, you can express your way of living and make a statement, and if we take an entryway, it can be easily done with a statement chandelier or lamp. A gallery wall with your own pics or some artworks is also a gorgeous idea. Various shadow boxes, mementos, wall decor of any kind is right what you need – they will add interest to the entryway while saving the floor space. don’t forget the mirrors! They are nice decorations with plenty of functionality: by angling a mirror directly across the source of light, you can essentially double down on whatever natural brightness you have to make your entry feel larger and airier. a neutral and light-filled entryway with an oversized star-shaped chandelier for a statement

a geometric framed chandelier with brass touches adds chic to the entryway lighting it up

a round mirror is a trendy decoration and a piece that doubles the light coming to the entryway

inspiring and stylish modern artworks over the bench to add a calm touch to the entryway and set the tone

a rustic gallery wall with signs, artworks, a vitnage clock and key hints on the rustic vintage style in the rest of the house

an artwork, a hanging planter with greenery and even a straw bag and hat add to the decor of the space

a cozy rustic gallery wall with greenery wreaths and decorative plates for a farmhouse entryway

a boho entryway with cacti artworks inmatching frames is a very chic and trendy idea

a coastal entryway with a beach-inspired gallery wall and some tropical pillows for a match

Add Welcoming Touches

Make sure that your entryway leaves a right impression and people who come here will feel comfortable. Place some coat hangers and holders, add essential oils or aroma candles if there’s a place for them. Keeping necessities like phone chargers, ice scrapers and umbrellas at the ready means you always have what visitors need on hand. some hooks and a shelf to let your guests leave their clothes and accessories here

some aroma candles placed on a ledge will make your entryway more welcoming and inviting

artworks and branch or bloom arrangements will create a stylish and welcoming entryway

a bench and a matching wooden wall decoration - wood always brings a warm cozy feeling to the space

a cart on casters with a potted plant, some wine and glasses plus candles - what can eb more inviting

potted cacti are ideal for boho or desert entryways, just don't forget that they need some light

a vintage ladder with greenery and blooms plus potted plants make indoors feel like outdoors