
Even the most modestly sized entryway makes a statement. It’s the first glimpse guests get of your home, and in tight or narrow spaces, every square inch must work hard both practically and visually. Yet too often, clutter, poor choices, or misplaced ambition disrupt that delicate balance.
There are key things to never put in an entryway, for example, excessive decor (unless you are blessed with a capacious lobby), which can immediately feel very overwhelming. While there are so many inspiring small entryway ideas to explore, it also pays to understand what to avoid. Form must follow function closely here, and common missteps can quickly crowd or compromise a space that sets the tone for the rest of your home’s interior.