small and narrow entryway
Tasnim Hashem
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Comments (20)That's a difficult space! Love the idea of painting the tiles -- I didn't know that was possible, but I love that it'd be inexpensive and unique. Love the runner with the sideways pattern -- it'll visually widen the space. However, I don't see the point in doing both -- a runner would cover up the painting. I hate the idea of navy (for this space -- I like navy in other areas). In such a small space, you need light colors to keep things bright. If you love the color, I'd say bring it in through the rug, photographs, or accessories. Not the walls themselves. No one has mentioned the idea of a mirror. A big, wide mirror could make the space look wider. Would it be crazy to go with two twin mirrors -- one on each wall? Is changing the door a possibility? I ask because the two tall-thin windows on the door are reinforcing the idea of a long-thin room. If you could have one wider window on the door, I think it would make a difference. I'd also put a pretty wreath on the inside of the door. You don't necessarily have a lot of space for decoration on the side walls, so use what you have! You say one of the walls opens up to the living room. Without knowing the details, I could imagine the room being opened up with a pony wall /some sort of divider above -- bookcases? Could you cut into the walls and make niches? For small shelves /something to break up the space /a place to bring in some color and interest. You'd need to check on electrical wires, etc., of course. You say you want a space for keys and shoes. I'm not clear on whether this is your everyday family entry or whether this is a front door for guests. It doesn't appear to come from a garage, so I'm going to assume it's for guests. Two ideas: - Do a built-in shelf (instead of a table). It'll take less space but give you a small space for setting things down. - Go with an Ikea attached-to-the-wall shoe organizer. They can be dressed up nicely and would provide you with a spot for both keys and shoes. Pictures I hope will help:...See MoreNarrow entryway-help needed!
Comments (4)I agree with Olychick smaller bench closer to stairs without interfering with stairs and a nice runner - here is a link with something smaller with storage - just an idea. https://www.overstock.com/Home-Garden/Benches/2740/subcat.html?featuredproduct=10596618&featuredoption=16311791&kid=9553000357392&track=pspla&ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=17669821-000-000&cnc=US&cid=248961&type=pla&targetid=pla-409665378466&ds_rl=1263867&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyuisreKn4AIVCoTICh2WGgL3EAkYFCABEgJlK_D_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds...See MoreLong. narrow, entrance heavy living room furniture arrangement advice?
Comments (3)Thanks partim! There is totally enough space if I downsize to a love seat (and probably less chunky chairs) and completely do away with any entry prep space. That's similar to how the original owners had it so it might actually be one of the only other ways to go versus what I have now. My main hesitation with that is that it always felt so cramped squishing everything into that box in front of the fireplace, but I might not be imagining it as others would....See MoreVERY narrow/small entryway!
Comments (4)I am not sure you can make it appear much larger. And a mirror needs something to reflect to be effective. I vote for simple. Here is my front hall and it is about the same size. I have framed photographs on each side. They are my own work and the plan was to change them out periodically but I have been too lazy. The outside of the door is painted Fabulous Grape and I tried painting the inside as well, but it just didn't look as good as I expected. The plain white works for me. I love my door, last year the Trick-or-treaters had a big time looking in the low windows.......See MoreTasnim Hashem
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