There are plenty of rules when it comes to designing and decorating small spaces, and while we do often say to play fast and loose with any interior design rules when it comes to color, these are the ones you are best off sticking with. Today we are tackling small entryways and what colors you should really be avoided if you want the entrance to your home to feel larger, loftier, and more inviting. And we were actually surprised by some of the advice we heard – neutrals are a no-go? Darker colors can, and should, be used in these often awkward narrow spaces. Maybe the rules are there to be broken...
So if you are redecorating a small entryway that's lacking in square footage, here are five shades designers recommend you avoid or approach with caution, and some extra tips on what colors you could be using instead.
