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Make it Grand: Have a Beautiful Entry

Gorgeous Inspirations for a Beautiful Entry

We all like to make a good first impression.

It’s important.

Equally important is the first impression our house makes.

Our entryway sets the tone for the rest of the house.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

So make it count!

Let’s start with a bit of drama! 

I love these red walls and the modern mix with the traditional elements in this space.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via Bob Vila

Maybe you are a little more understated?  How about this amazing black and white entry?

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via C S Decoration

Brown lacquer walls?  Yes please, they are gorgeous and I love the way the lacquer makes the light bounce around.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via Preptige

I love everything about this foyer, the wall color, the art, the floor and that rug…oh yes, that rug.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via The Decorista

I really wish small images were not on the web.  It makes it hard to keep them from being blurry.  Blurry or not, I had to share this minimalistic approach.  This is just incredible.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via Simple Everyday Glamour

And what about pattern on pattern with strong color accents?  Wow.  Designer Maria Burros takes this entry to a fun, yet sophisticated, place.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via Jill Sorenson

I don’t even have the words for everything I love about this space.  The teal accented with the lime, the patterned black and white floor, the art…oh my.  Love.

Make sure your entrance is grand! 7 inspirations for a beautiful entry!

via The Stylish Type

What do you think?  Great entry’s, right?

I’m feeling inspired to do a little revamping.  How about you?

For more entryway swooning, check out my Pinterest board

Entryways/Hallways

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  1. Leilani says:

    Such lovely bold colors! I’ve always loved a good entryway and make do with our little study which I’ve dressed up as much as possible.
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    • Kellie Smith says:

      Me too Leilani, first impressions are everything, right? I bet your study is amazing. You are very creative and talented!

  2. I love the vintage glam look of the fifth one!
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