These 31 Small Entryway Decor Ideas Are the Answer to All Your Woes

Designer Lathem Gordon made the small entryway in her Georgia home pop with a gallery wall of black-and-white photographs in gilt frames. A gray paint color cools off all the gold shine. And because it opens right into a bathroom, she made sure to choose a formal and pretty shower curtain that flatters the hallway.

A secretary desk with stools tucked under makes a surprising style statement, but they also mean that the small entryway can double as a little work from home space. Designer Juan Carretero opted for a deep green paint color to contrast with the light wood finishes.

Because the stairwell eats into the floor space in this small entryway in a home designed by Studio Osklo, the firm decided to focus on materiality. With less room for decoration, the materials have to work extra hard. Enter dark herringbone flooring and pin-striped paneling around the curved staircase.

"The cheerful lavender tone (Benjamin Moore's Grape Ice) greets you as you step through the front door," setting a happy tone for all who enter, Leah Ring of Another Human says. They upholstered a bench in the small dining nook that doubles as a place to sit when coming in and out and decided to add a skirt because it enhanced the general whimsy, but also because it provides out-of-sight storage for shoes and dog leashes.

A small, wall-mounted demilune table brings old-world opulence to this apartment designed by Patrick McGrath, while the vibrant and eclectic leaning artwork and stacked books give it a laidback atmosphere. The mirror bounces natural light and the small surface provides just enough space to prop up photographs and flowers without jutting too fr into the walkway.

A little floating shelf and a basket are all it takes to complete this small entryway designed by Emil Dervish. The hallway feeds into the main living space and open kitchen, so there really isn't even a dedicated entryway. Oh, and a bold paint color can make a door really pop.

Stairs are often the first thing when you enter a home, so you may as well make them memorable! Intricate parquet flooring and Carrara marble steps with dramatic marble veining complete the show-stopping scene designed by Tamsin Johnson Interiors. A modern glass and metal table speak to the artistic front door handle and mirror, providing insight into the elegant glamor that lies ahead inside the home.

To bring some color to your entryway while keeping it casual, lean some oil paintings on the floor under a narrow console table. We're loving the eclectic vibe of the houndstooth area rug, antique table, and farmhouse pitcher in this space by Andrew Flesher.

Designer Eneia White optimized a niche in the hallway by adding built-in shelves to corral essentials. Cabinet enclosures might make it feel cramped, so she left the shelves exposed and added seagrass baskets to make sure eyesores items are hidden. A shelf has just enough room for a few decorative pieces.

Spotlight a beautiful area rug or runner that sets the tones for the color palette ahead in the rest of the home. A saturated Art Deco rug is always welcome. Designer Shon Parker then added an upholstered bench to warm up the stone flooring.

A classic runner and a few decorative items embolden this eclectic entryway designed by Juan Carretero. A pendant and statement table lamp light the way for tasks.

Lauren Waters's elevator opens right up into the open floor plan living room, dining room, kitchen, and office area, so decorating the immediate zone around it was tricky. It needed to be functional and welcoming but also blend right in with the rest of the space. She placed a full-length kitty corner mirror in the corner next to a boucle womb chair. It's pretty but also makes outfit approvals and shoe lace-ups easier. On the other side is an industrial pedestal table with a small catch-all for keys., and though you can't see it in this photo, there are hooks right to the left for jackets and coats.

Customize an entryway workhorse that gets everything done in one piece! A floating bench and storage piece in this entrance by Kureck Jones proves just how useful it can be. With two drawers for essential eyesores and a surface for a lamp and a small bench with a comfy cushion, this two-in-one built-in has it all. Plus, there's still room for a mirror and plenty of wall hooks.

All you need is one small corner to make this entryway design idea come to life. Stack a couple of coffee table books, add a table lamp, and hang some colorful artwork, as Andrew Flesher did here. Extra points if your vignette also includes a dreamy curtain-effect pewter table.

Both walls in this hallway entrance by Heidi Caillier are optimized for organization. On the left, the double-tiered console provides a home for books, vases, and lights, while the other wall is a designated hanging zone for coats and hats.

This geometric red piece in a foyer by Andy Beers of Ore Studios is perfectly proportioned for the space and almost looks like art, but also proves quite functional. Then, dramatic greenery brings a sense of life to the modern space, connecting it to the forest view outside. Just as the transition space should!

A backless, low bench ensures a laidback vibe in this hallway entrance designed by Ellen Kavanaugh. Neutral colors ensure that the tiled floor, texture-rich accent wall, and vintage sconce do all the talking.

Intense, eye-catching, and adventurous, we're loving the neon pink walls in this entryway designed by Jonathan Berger. A bright color will make a warm, welcoming, impossible-to-forget entrance, and dramatic flowers will set the tone for the rest of your home, since, it's a segue from the outdoors.

Love the look of a grand table in the foyer? Here's how to accomplish it with a tinier footprint. Two small upholstered benches frame a pedestal table in this contemporary entryway designed by Kristin Fine. Nestled in the corner, the furniture remains clear of any walkways and doorframes.

A small bedside table functions as a mini console table in this entryway in the home of Devin Kirk. An accent chair fits next to it perfectly and provides Kirk with a place to sit and lace-up. Graphic, eye-catching wallpaper modernizes the vintage pieces.