Transitional Hall Transitional Hall, Providence

The classic center entry hall is a big, open space. Suvalsky wanted there to be a moment of color and a graphic presence here."While I do like the eye looking all the way through to the backyard, I also wanted your eye to stop, so we needed something large," he says. This simple but graphic rug hangs from the ceiling to the floor, "so it's not just an overscaled piece; it also acts as a backdrop for the bench."The cherry floors are original to the house.Swedish bench: Cupboards & Roses; tapestry: Madeline Weinrib rug, ABC Carpet & Home; sconces: O'Lampia

Entry: Hang a rug on the wall. Make a statement by putting that amazing rug on display. Hung from the ceiling, a beautiful rug can also conceal an unwelcome view or a doorway that does not open.

The floor-to-ceiling rug in this Rhode Island home, by Andrew Suvalsky Designs, adds color and impact in the entry.

Rug hung up using a curtain rod

If we want to build a second floor

Hang tapestry for large wall art

The staircase posts, the top of the posts. I don’t like them in black, but I like the shape.