Entryway Help? Should I start from scratch again?

8 years ago

hi houzzers..i had a vision for my entry but once I put the pieces together it just didn't scream to me. I am planning to change the paint color to a SW greige color to create some coolness because I feel everything look so creamy. the first pic is my initial set up...the second 2 was another option where I was trying to keep the mirror in that room. the mirror was purchased to go over the table but it's way too large so I will repurpose. the last pic is the stairs and more of the cherry color I hate. should I just remove the benches and keep the table and add a smaller mirror above? Or get another table? any table suggestion?? according to houzz I'm more transitional in the decor I like..thanks

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Weil Friedman Architects

8 years ago

Can you keep the table on the long wall, hang the mirror sideways and put the benches on either side of the table?

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T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@Weil also tried that as well do you think it looks better? can't get the visual with the mirror but maybe I can try to crop 2 pics on my phone.
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Val B
8 years ago
Do the benches fit underneath the table? I may like the look at that with the abstract art you have sitting on he floor in the corner put above the table.
PRO
Weil Friedman Architects
8 years ago
See how it looks with more space between the benches and table, and move everything away from the corner? Can you tape out the dimensions of the mirror?
Nancy Ingram
8 years ago
I would leave the table on the long wall. Tuck the bench seats under the table (if they would fit) and place the artwork above. Your pieces are quite modern not really transitional. Being that they are near the staircase which is traditional, it’s making the pieces not blend together. Try a couple of wall sconces that are black to tie in the stair railing. Or I would get a black transitional console table. The silver/glass is getting “lost” on the wall being opposite the wood staircase.
wickedwhite
8 years ago
I just read through all your posts. Nice changes so far! Love the wall colour and new iron balustrades. You’ve chosen some pretty items for your entry, but sadly they don’t work with the iron balustrades or the style of your home. The glass table is and acrylic benches are at odds here and a little lost against the walls. A more substantial wood table (perhaps the one from your family room) would work better. Art or mirror should run approx 2/3 the length of your table. Table lamps would be great too. Not sure you have room for a bench too. Let’s see when you get the table in place.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
here is a look with the benches under the table and the mirror taped out...i like the look but like most have said the table clashes with the stairs and I don't think I was taking that into account when I picked it out. I was just looking at the blank canvas of a wall. I may move this set up into my family room. I didn't want to go full traditional table in the entryway but maybe I have to.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@Nancy would this be more transitional? Or is this modern as well?
PRO
Weil Friedman Architects
8 years ago
I think the benches look squeezed under the table, and still think the benches could work on either side of the table, although they might just be too deep. A rug might also be nice. Your other furniture looks "transitional"- so don't go traditional in the entry.
wickedwhite
8 years ago
That last table is a much better choice. If you’re open, you could also look for a wood table with a slightly rougher texture. It’s less traditional. You want to keep the warm, organic feel. The glass and chrome is simply too cold for your home.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@Weil here is the benches on the side..i think it looks great but once u incorporate the stairs with iron the look just goes blahh..i still have time to return the benches although I lovveeeee them. lol.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked did you have an example of a table you are talking about?
shirlpp
8 years ago
Have you tried putting a chair or two on that long wall with a table in between?
altadavey
8 years ago
Mirror does not look too large to me. Did you try it horizontally over the table? The benches need to be together and I like them under the stairs. I also like the art in the original pic heading on that wall heading into the other room. I would add a small lamp on the table and I'd play with placement of that table/mirror on that wall. Can you take a pic of it looking towards the front door?
wickedwhite
8 years ago
Here are a few ideas for how your entry could feel that would still work with the style of your home. Do any of these directions speak to you?
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wickedwhite
8 years ago
Are you still planning to refinish the floors?
Angel 18432
8 years ago
You have chosen some lovely pieces but as stated, they just don't go with your stairs. I would return what you can and start again. You have some great options suggested.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@shirlpp unfortunately I don't have any chairs that I could use to stage.
Waynette Bailey
8 years ago
Start over!
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked I like the last pic and it could because I love the grey and blue tones on the wall..i really hate the beige we have and I want to switch. here is a picture of the powder room that is next to the entryway which is why I didn't want to do a traditional style. we decided to change the floors in the dining area where there is actual damage. these floors go perfectly with stairs and are in good condition. thanks for your help.
Nancy Ingram
8 years ago
I like the table you posted. Love the benches under the table. That helps a lot. Still think adding some black is the answer. No mirror-it will just reflect the stairs. Maybe one that has just a small mirrored area.
shirlpp
8 years ago
I think even a long bench with artwork above it would work. Imagine having the size of 4 of those blue benches across the wall with artwork above. Maybe a bench that is 72".
wickedwhite
8 years ago
I wouldn’t worry too much about the powder room. Your entry plays a much more important role in welcoming guests and signalling to them the style of your home. Can you post a current photo of your living room (family room)? The one with the bookcases that you’ve been working on? I take it you are happiest with the direction that room is headed. Your entry should have a similar style.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked ok so I don't have to worry about the powder room. this is an old photos as my kids have the room a total mess but this is the sofa I wanted to purchase but seems I need to rethink everything. lol
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked I'm not working on any bookshelves in this room
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@Nancy & @ship those ideas sound and look great will try and incorporate them
wickedwhite
8 years ago
No wonder I’m confused! This is listed as your post:
https://www.houzz.com/discussions/paint-too-light-dsvw-vd~4918873
Must be a Houzz glitch.
Let me ponder some more. Will come back to you.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked I bookmarked that post because she was going from a beige to gray paint and thatbwas something I wanted to do ...but nope it's not my house lol...yes let me know what u come up with. I'm thinking of ordering the table that I showed u but will look around some. do you think gray walls are Ok? or should I stick to what I have. TIA
wickedwhite
8 years ago
This is your kitchen right? Very pretty. Do you like it? It’s a little more classic than you the direction you appear to be headed. I recommend you focus on the living room for now. Get it to where you want it to be and then update the entry etc. One room at a time ! You may also want to start an idea book of favourite living rooms to help focus on a style. Just make sure you respect the bones of your home. Take inspiration from your kitchen.
wickedwhite
8 years ago
Start by updating your sofa. Invest in the best quality you can afford. This is the most important piece of your living room. You will sit on it everyday. Stretch your dollars here! Pick a neutral colour. You will keep it longer that way. You can inject colour into the room with accessories. Decide if you want a sectional or sofa and two chairs. (You have more versatility and conversations are easier with the latter.) Then invest in a new rug and build from there.
T Bull
Original Author
8 years ago
@wicked yes that's my kitchen and I love it. thanks for the help I will go back to the family room and start there. did you like the grey sofa I posted? i don't want to do a light neutral because I do have 2 toddlers. so I was thinking something more along gray instead of beige.