There are 4 different ones. I’m not sure if all the pics showed up. I did place them lengthwise too but I thought the first way looked better. Thoughts?

I like #2 for you. They really add a happy moment of color :)

Can we see a picture from the front door to see the rest of the foyer?

Sure, here are a few taken from the front door.

Thoughts on a rug and a runner? Enough room, or no? Otherwise, I like #4.

I like the #4

I like #4 best. I like the colors and patterns in it more than the others. It’s very elegant and brings to mind a family heirloom passed down. :)

It’s so refreshing to see someone who likes a colorful rug!

I think either #3 or #4 are the ones that I like the most for your Foyer. The colors are bright they light up the space!

Thank you for the opinions. It is very helpful. I don’t think there’s enough room down the little passage for a runner.

I like the way #1 looks inset with the door but you didn't show it from the side like the others, so difficult to say for sure.

#1, but turned the other way.

#3 followed by #4

I like 3&4

I think I might rule out the smaller one because my husband think it resembles more of a doormat because of its placement. So it seems like most people like the predominantly red ones. I’m still mulling it over but will decide today. Thank you for the help!

I actually also really love the blue one and agree with your husband. The runner is also the perfect size!

I like #1.

I have no idea since I can’t see the rest of the house IMO that rug needs to be the introduction to your home .

Down into kitchen is it casual stools and contemporary lights - so I wouldn't use those traditional rugs... just me saying that a natural look for rug would be nice. It'd be different if furnishings were all dolled up type.

A traditional - maybe in a room - instead of entry.

Wait a minute, sorry I just saw the fireplace and chairs.... well I still think less grand a rug is better.

Here's a grab that's informal but it's a plain pattern in a somewhat wood stain color. I think the bench is the place for more elegance.

Safavieh Bohemian Collection BOH633 Rug, Bleach/Brown, 4'x6' · More Info

https://www.houzz.com/products/safavieh-bohemian-collection-boh633-rug-bleach-brown-4-x6-prvw-vr~51644600

Just a color idea - seems ok to be color of your pretty chairs in LR. Also a neutral sage [and rust].

Safavieh Cape Cod Collection CAP503 Rug, Natural, 3'x5' · More Info

https://www.houzz.com/products/safavieh-cape-cod-collection-cap503-rug-natural-3-x5-prvw-vr~135522863

So just want to add some close ups of each of the 3 final contenders. Here’s #1:

Here’s #2:

And here’s #3 (there’s a small flaw right in the center of this one, so I’m hesitant to pick this one, eventhough I like it)

All are lovely! #2 or #3 would provide a nice pop of color against the grey floor. #1 is more sedate, IMO.

Yes I agree Elaine.

My vote is #2.

I am inclined to agree with Jinx.

First consider the size and placement, then color and pattern.

I prefer the first size/placement or the fifth. The first one could use a little more length toward the stairs. All the others extend beyond the natural stopping point; entry walls, hallway walls and stairs.

Second, color. In my eye, the bright reds clash with the orange of the stairs and fireplace. As Patricia stated, look at the other colors and style in your home.

From the photos, it looks pretty traditional, so all the rugs styles would work. Although I prefer the overall patterns vs. the defined medallion of the first rug. I like the colors of the second rug best (more blue) of the four, then the fourth because it has a darker red. But, I think you could find a better both size wise and color.

If you do the fourth size, place it a few inches toward the staircase. Also, rugs with a border will also emphasize the off centeredness. Try a rug without a border if going for the fourth placement. If your staircase and fireplace mantel were not so orange, I would say all of the rugs would work color wise. Lovely home!

Thank you. I should have labeled each photo because I’m a little confused. Also regarding the fireplace, eventually I would like to replace the surround with something white and more traditional if possible. Not sure if that is relevant or not.

Steph, If you are going to change the color of the fireplace then that is one less orange thing to clash with. If you also paint the staircase orange bits, then all other finishes are neutral, therefore, any color will work. Also meant to mention, try to find a rug with little or no fringe, I can imagine white fringe will get dirty quickly.

Lots of traditional (and other styles) homes throughout the ages have/had honey oak trims and bright red rugs. It’s a lovely, tasteful, collected look.

The rugs are fine with your oak color.

Jinx, yes you can definitely mix orange and red, but notice all the rooms you posted have many other colors and shades of orange and red to successfully blend them together for an eclectic look. Not a lot of options to do this in the entry. Although if you work with the entry table, deco on top and art above to add more orange/red along with other colors that would be needed, it could work with the brighter reds. I just think it would be easier to not have to do all that. I'm in love with that rug in the first room you posted! Gorgeous! I have a green mohair sofa and a traditional red Persian rug in my living room, even though I'm a bit color phobic. I love nearly everything in your second photo, so many interesting things to look at.

They are pretty rooms. I just want to curl up with a good book in that first one.

Your sofa and rug sound awesome.

Right — Steph is still working on furnishing this entry and other spaces, so we aren’t seeing the finished product yet. I think a beautiful, classic rug is definitely worth working a room around! :) I’m not one who thinks everything has to fit into a box, I love mixing and matching styles/colors/etc, within reason. I think there’s lots of style directions these rugs could look great in. In the old days, red/blue Persian and Oriental rugs were considered neutrals! :D

(I enjoy having discussions like this. Steph, sorry I’ve been rambling on your thread!)

No worries, the discussion is helpful and of interest for sure. I found some inspiration pictures of entries with red Persian rugs. I wonder if these ideas would work with my home...

Those are gorgeous! Great inspiration pics, I absolutely can see these ideas and styles working in your entry! Love the direction you’re headed — beautiful, timeless, classic.