As they say, there’s no second chance to make a first impression, and a foyer sets the tone for a home. It’s the space where you get to welcome guests and create the entire house’s design story. Whether you’re working with a grand space with a chandelier or a simple country house entryway, it’s an opportunity to set the stage — no pressure, of course.
With that in mind, we pulled together some of our favorite standout entryways and foyers from top designers and architects as inspiration. Browse through our picks and find ideas for your next foyer renovation today.
With its enfilade of arches and handmade terracotta tiles, the entry gallery of this California hacienda is a gracious throughway and a perfect backdrop for antiques, including a late 18th century Spanish armchair. Design by Tucker & Marks.
Matthew Millman
Keeping in mind the architecture of the home, the team at Kati Curtis Design seamlessly mixed the family’s contemporary lifestyle with classic details — dark wood floors were lightened, as was the outdated dark woodwork. Furniture choices supported all-season living, and coming from Manhattan, open space was of paramount importance (of course!)
Scott Frances
A wide-open, welcoming entryway to a Hamptons home by Wills Design Associates features views all the way to the pool.
Tommy Agriodimas
A gorgeous Currey & Company chandelier is the centerpiece of this elegant entry by Kim Armstrong Interior Design
Michael Hunter
Geometric shapes define this eclectic Virginia entryway by Paul Corrie Interiors.
Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Together with Russell Riccardi Architect, Kathleen Walsh Interiors reimagined the design and layout of this Central Park West apartment entryway. The room is subtly dramatic and creates proper separation of the living and dining rooms.
Rikki Snyder
This long foyer creates a gorgeous entry to the home, with a unique custom front door. Design by Nadia Watts Interior Design.
Emily Minton Redfield
This traditional foyer by Lucas Eilers Design Associates with two doorways made the perfect backdrop for two beautiful lamps.
Pete Molick Photography
A breezy and inviting entryway by AGA Design in Beverly Farms, Massachusetts, with a palette inspired by the nearby beach.
Sarah Winchester Studios
A unique, eclectic welcome to a contemporary craftsman in Marin County, California, by Mansfield + O'Neil.
Paul Dyer
This entryway by Rebel House Interior Design features a herringbone floor, a sleek bench, and chandelier.
Dustin Halleck
A blending of a traditional footprint with a modern minimalist veneer, by Pleasant Living LLC.
James Koch
The inviting entry of an apartment on the Upper West Side designed by Laurie Blumenfeld Designs.
Tim Williams
A double-height entry with full-modern details and artwork by Jill Litner Kaplan Interiors.
Michael J. Lee
This historic Bedford home by Brittany Bromley Interiors features a display of birds almost "climbing" the chairs.
Thomas Loof
A timeless entryway by JMA Interior Design mixes traditional and transitional elements.
Brantley Photography
Black paned glass double doors open to verdant grounds and a serpentine drive. by Wade Weissmann Architecture Inc.
David Bader
Summerhill Home by Laura Stein Interiors
Harbor Overlook | Edgartown, Martha's Vineyard by Patrick Ahearn Architect
Entrance Foyer with custom limestone inlaid floor design by Valerie Grant Interiors
Photography Peter Rymwid
A traditional entry by Westbrook Interiors
Connecticut Farmhouse, Staircase and Hall in Bright Palette by Douglas C. Wright Architects
Costa Picadas
North End Boise entry foyer with metal candle pendant and vintage black cabinet by Maren Baker Design
Annie Garner
Modern neutral foyer w center table, shade pendant, zebra bench by Sophia Shibles Interiors
Michael Patrick Lefebvre Photography
Lake Shore Foyer, Custom Louvers, Hammered metal console, Custom Mirror Cute Dog by Rariden Schumacher Mio & Co.
Hedrich Blessing
The Entrance Hall of a Converted Stable in the Hamptons by Elizabeth Hagins Interior Design
Michael Kraus
Kelley Interior Design Foyer by Kelley Proxmire, Inc.
West Shore Lake Tahoe by Jennifer Robin Interiors
Architecture by Arcanum Architecture, Photographed by Paul Dyer Photography
Atlanta, GA by Tammy Connor Interior Design
A light-filled entryway by Matthew Carter Interiors
Front Entryway with Red Door at Waites Landing Waterfront, Falmouth by Banks Design Associates Ltd.
Jeff Roberts
Historic New York City Townhouse Major Renovation - Formal Entry Hall Foyer by Brian O'Keefe Architect
Renovation by Brian O'Keefe Architect PC with Interior Decor by Richard Keith Langham
Handcrafted custom light fixtures exude beautiful shadows and patterns at dark. by J Banks Design
Tampa water front entry by Crespo Design Group
Brentwood Park Villa by Everage Design, Inc.