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I would probably add a console table on the wall opposite to the stairs..something mirrored maybe like this http://www.zgallerie.com/p-13480-sophie-mirrored-console-table.aspx.

Or something like this http://www.highfashionhome.com/auburn-console.html

I don't think you need anything else other than some art on the other walls. Your living area looks really nice, so you know what you are doing:)

Perhaps a lovely rug in the front part and then a table on the wall opposite the stairs. A mirror above it instead of the art you have there. You can add lamps since there is an outlet. I'd want the mirror lower than the one in this photo, but this is the basic idea.

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The first picture could use a rug and maybe you could do something interesting with the ceiling

The hall is a bit dark. I would change the door colour to something lighter or even change the door altogether to one with frosted glass inserts. I would be tempted to add a sidelight on the right side. A console on the wall at the bottom of the stairs would be a nice touch and handy to set items waiting to go up. I think you need a landing mat inside the door. Visitors might feel uncomfortable stepping into the house directly onto your gleaming hardwood!

I wouldn't clutter it up...I feel artwork hanging on either side of the front door...something muted or metal? On the wall across from the stairs a console table would be really nice with a metal lamp of some sort. Really there are loads of things you can do lucky you! You have a lovely, lovely home...am very jealous! All the best!

Beautiful home, I admire your lighting choices.

Place a narrow mirrored console table on the wall near the stairs. The piece pictured below (Wayfair.com) has a darker trim to tie into the floor color. Add decorative boxes, vases, accent pieces... below and a lamp on top.

A round area rug, something a little less subdued than your other decor.

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For the zgalerrie console, you can go on their site and look for Sophie Mirrored console..It gives you an idea. The other site that I listed has something similar as well..it's a bit more traditional I guess, but it would probably work. The zgallerie shows the console with some accessories and art as well..if you need any inspiration.
You have a beautiful home

Make sure the door can open with the rug in place - whatever you decide.

You could use a frosted glass for sidelights. We have regular glass and I don't like it because of privacy..anyone who comes at the door can see in the house.

As for rug, I think you could do a nice long runner and not just for the entry

I'm looking once more (because this really gets my creativity flowing) and I am thinking a console table in metal that might match up with the (great) foyer light fixture? Pick up from that? Glass and Metal...won't add too much weight to the area and it will bring the ceiling down a bit? I think runner (muted colors) but I wouldn't want to hide that gorgeous floor. So many ways you can go with this! Again, good luck!

that is what I thought when I saw the one from highfashionhome..metal seemed similar to the chandelier and glass

Something in the foyer. Maybe a wall mounted table until you reach more room at the staircase.

You have a beautiful foyer!

Excellent design choices all around!

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If I could make a suggestion,

To emphasize the foyers opulence,

Go for one large rug that covers the entry way, up until your hallway.

Then,

I would go for a coordinating runner that leads you down the hallway.

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Faced with lots of doors, I would minimize these openings by painting the hallway walls, woodwork and ceiling all the SAME color. The way it is now only points up the small pieces of wall between the doors. Dizzying! Also, the light fixture adds more confusion... plus it is round. I'd suggest something more linear, square and definitely one with a diffused light source so no shadows are cast on the walls and ceiling. Ah, that will calm it all down.

Artwise, about the onlty thing that will fit would be Chinese or Japanese scrolls. They would add pattern, poetry and only the subtlest of colors. And they could say; "Eat at Joe's!" or be a famous poem which you can recite to your friends. They will be so fascinated, and they won't notice all the doors and openings.!

Does one of those portals lead to a coat closet, I hope?

The rest of your house seems very subdued and sophisticated, but could use more color or pattern, if only in pillows, to give it some verve. Dining room needs wall help. No animals, but fruit and flowers perhaps -- paintings that are highly lacquered (a few old Dutch masters? Still lifes?) to add some light and reflection and subtle colors.

Best of luck on the foyer. You have obviously worked hard to create an elegant interior on your first floor. Keep up the good work.

zoey

On the other hand, you may have a very stressful job si need the calm of your living room as is. Good idea.

Forgot to add that a stunning antique Tabriz (they are generally subtle and elegant) oriental runner all the way down the hallway, would solve a lot of visual problems. They are art for the floor!

Look on 1stdibs.

zoey

I love the light fixture in your beautiful space! It looks like it would be fun to do different things with!

I would do a narrow stark table opposite the stairs with a mirror for checking self going in and out.

The find a collection of prints that relate to one another and hang one print on each wall space in the hall way. Have center of art at 65-67 inches from floor and centered between door openings. Have white matts for brightness and silver /bronze frames for some sparkle.

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I appreciate the recommendations.

How about picking some art by the same artist so that there is a consistency of style but different subject matter - us the same frames throughout - possibly dark wood to match your floor. With all the greys I can see either some monochrome etchings or subtle pinks and blues might look nice.

I would suggest white bead board wainscoting under a chair rail about 40-48 inches from the floor. Above the chair rail I would suggest large, matching mirrors in metallic frames to reflect the little light that comes into this space. If you have a favorite accent color throughout the house, I would suggest you paint the upper walls OR the ceiling of the foyer this color. A print runner-type rug that contains the accent color also would be a great addition to this space.