How to: Create a Stylish Foyer

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Happy Monday!  Today, I have had console tables on the mind, so I decided to put together a few of my favorite tips and tricks to style a console table and create a beautiful entry area for your home!  Here goes:

  1. Start by picking out your rug.  Depending on the amount of space you have, you will need to decide between a standard rug (5×7,8×10, 9×12, etc.) or a runner.  This is the first piece you should position, as it is NOT fun to add the rug after you have styled your beautiful console table.
  2. Pick out your console table.  There are a TON of different options out there, so find something that fits the look and aesthetic of your home.  I am a big fan of adding storage baskets and/or ottomans under a console table to create a layered look, so I tend to keep an eye out for tables that have plenty of space underneath to house these sorts of things! 🙂
  3. Choose a statement piece to fill the wall space behind your console.  This can be a gorgeous piece of artwork or a mirror or even a set of coordinating prints.  I especially love mirrors in foyers for the reflection of light–keeping things light and bright when you first walk in the door is a MUST!
  4. Anchor your console table with height at one or both ends.  You could use a pair of table lamps or a lamp paired with a vase(s) with a similar height.
  5. Start layering in the accessories!  Some fail-proof console table accessories include:
    • Candles
    • Books!!
    • Decorative spheres
    • Small boxes
    • Sculptures
  6. Bring in something green! I am a BIG BIG fan of plants in spaces.  There’s something about that refreshing touch of green that just warms my soul and puts a smile on my face.  While live plants are always my first choice, if you have a black thumb, there are some really great faux options out there.  I personally have a mix of live and faux plants in just about every room in the house!  **PRO TIP:  If you purchase a faux tree such as the one in the design below, take the visual up a notch by placing it in a decorative basket or planter…this one little step makes a big difference in the finished look of your space!**
  7. Consider the wall space surrounding your console table.  I love when there’s something unexpected in a design–it’s like a little mini Christmas morning to my creative senses!  If you have a large wall, consider off-setting a fabulous piece of art or even bringing in a few gallery prints to create a mini gallery.
  8. ENJOY your new and improved entrance…..every time you are feeling stressed, just walk in, take a deep breath, and smile.

 

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xo casey

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