I have had these pics for a long time and I am not exactly sure where I found them. I need to start thinking about a design for my foyer. I think the space should certainly be welcoming, it is the first impression of the inside of your home that visitors must pass through. I think the space needs to be functional with a place to sit in case you are waiting on someone, a piece of furniture with a drawer to store your guests keys, a lamp or sconces, a pretty runner, and a mirror to check yourself right before you open the door.
I think this entry is beautiful. I love the settee and the gorgeous floor mirror, the art and the gourd lamps. I think I am really drawn to this look because of the symmetry. I think this space is balanced and welcoming. I am not sure where you would have your guest put their keys, but besides that I think it is perfect. I am sorry I do not know the source of the pic, I have had this saved for a very long time. I look at it frequently.
This photo is from Traditional Home. I just love how the zebra print runner going up the staircase looks as a backdrop for the slip covered entry table. I still have the issue this picture came from. I look back through my old issues for inspiration all the time. I love the classic style. This entry really has a wow factor to me with the red silk fabric and animal print.
Sorry but I do not have a source for these pics either. I know this is not a foyer but this could work nicely because the mirror, the table and the two garden seats tucked underneath. I like the idea of having upholstered ottomans/stools placed under tables so you can pull them out for extra seating if needed.
I have been thinking of wallpapering our foyer because that would create impact and it would basically only be one wall. This is my favorite wallpaper so far, Farrow & Ball, Lotus Paper.
I can picture this paper with a nice chest or settee and a gold mirror. I like gray and gold mixed together.
This Ballard's Design star burst mirror may look striking against the gray pattern.
Possibly this Martha Stewart buffet would look nice against the paper. Having a buffet/sideboard would be quite functional for my foyer because it opens up into my dining room. This would give me additional storage space for large serving pieces. This type of cabinet would also lend itself to guests storing their handbags on the shelves inside the doors.
There are so many options and possibilities that I just don't know what to do.
