Happy Monday all! Today I’m joining Rene’s linky party over at Cottage and Vine. This is a new series called Room by Room and we’re starting with foyers, so here we go…
Here’s the entry to our home. To be honest, it was always my least favorite part of our home. When our house was built, almost 30 years ago, the builder framed it wrong and the stairs ended up being too close to the front door. At one point, I had someone come out to tell me how much it would cost to push our foyer out onto our porch to create more space. Let’s just say that we were not very receptive to the $20k price tag to do it. During our exterior remodel last year, I tried to remedy the problem on my own by adding the double front doors. You can see more about that here. I’m pleased to say that I love how it turned out. It will never be the spacious foyer that I adore in other people’s homes, but for us it works just fine. To me, it adds character.
Here’s another view. Do you remember this console table? I bought it on my very first trip to Scott’s Antique market here in Atlanta. Add a plant with the burlap pot covers I made here, a couple of books and a favorite wooden bowl given to us as a wedding gift and you have a simple foyer that really speaks to me. It is the perfect mix of color and texture that I love.
Here’s a view from the family room back to the front doors. Once the double front doors were installed, I realized that I needed a privacy solution. These linen/cotton drapes from Pottery Barn were the perfect solution. I mainly use them in the wintertime, because it gets dark so early. Once the drapes are drawn, our home instantly becomes warm and cozy.
I hope you’ve enjoyed the tour of my foyer. Be sure to head on over to Cottage and Vine today to join in on the Room by Room linky party or just to see all of the other options to update your own foyer.
Also, don’t forget that today is the last day to enter my very first giveaway for a $100 Target gift card! Be sure and enter here.
I love the look of flanking those front doors (which are so gorgeous) with panels. It just cozies it up even more.. beautiful home! Visiting from Cottage and Vine 🙂
I love your entry! Simple yet elegant. And I love the contrast of the dark wood of the doors with your walls and white trim. The console table is lovely!
The color of your foyer is so warm and inviting. Where did you find the burlap pot cover – love it!
Absolutely gorgeous. I love your double doors.
Love the green color of the table and the front doors are perfect! Love them! Your home makes a beautiful ‘first impression.’
-Trish
Lori, that table is wonderful! One of these I’m going to Scott’s and hopefully we can meet. Also, love the stained front door. If it makes you feel any better, your entry is grandiose compared to mine.
You have a lovely entry and I really admire your doors. Great stairs too.
Here from Cottage and Vine! I like how simple and classy your foyer is… and the green table adds just the right amount of fun! And I agree with everyone else… your doors are awesome!
Love the gleaming floors and the gorgeous console! Visiting from Cottage & Vine.
Thanks for all the sweet comments about my foyer, ladies!
Lori, I remember that day at Scott’s with you and Julie! The table fits perfectly!
What an elegant foyer you’ve created, and what a high shine you have acheived on your floor!
Maggie
I love the idea of the doors and the curtains….perfect! And if you never tell anyone about the building error, they would be none the wiser.
Well the light fixture and table are fantastic, but those drapes around the door take the cake. So unusual and so cozy. I love, love, love that idea!
Camille
I love your entryway, Lori. the color of your table is gorgeous. i love the accessories on it! I love your style! You’re entry and home are beautiful!
Hi!
Can you divulge the names of the paint colors in your foyer? I am interested in this color palette for my master bedroom and can’t wait to paint the ceiling blue! But, it needs to be just the right shade (as you know!).
Thanks a million!
Donna