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Defining Spaces: 6 Ways to Work With an Open Foyer
No entry hall? Here's how to get the look of one anyway
Many post-war and colonial homes lack a distinct foyer; either the front door opens right into the living area, or you are immediately greeted with a set of stairs without any focus. If you are in this situation, you can fix this without a major renovation. Here's how to rethink your foyer:
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1. Large area rug. is placed in this open entry area and provide a space for guests to take off their shoes and lead them into other parts of the house.
2. Built-in units. The open nature of this unit keeps the brightness from the window and sidelights on the door. This strategy works great as a divider for other rooms as well.
2. Built-in units. The open nature of this unit keeps the brightness from the window and sidelights on the door. This strategy works great as a divider for other rooms as well.
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| This foyer uses both built-in and area rug to further distinguish the space. There is also the option of placing a full height closet on the wall instead of a bench. |
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| 3. Dropped ceiling. The bulkhead detail gives definition and the column opening provides a place for a bench in between. |
| 4. Different flooring material. The tile configuration defines this foyer, makes way for the double doors and helps bring people into the hallway. |
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| A small area of tile and columns are enough to define the foyer in this house. |
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5. Screen. as a divider and retain transparency. Note this foyer also a lower ceiling and a distinct floor material.
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| 6. Furniture placement. Instead of having guests entering between the opening, placing a furniture here helps define the dining area and acts as a console table for the foyer. |
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| In this apartment, the sofa is backing the front door, creating a spot to pause once you come in the door. How did you deal with an open foyer? Please share your ideas (and photos) with us! More: Makeshift Mudrooms Keys to a Stylish Entry Make the Most of a Console Table Browse more photos of entries |
Ideabook published on Dec. 6, 2011.
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@ Karla Swoveland, you're welcome :) your entryway is one of my favorite !
http://blog.lesliesaul.com/featured/the-front-entry-how-do-we-welcome-people/