1.BLUR THE DIMENSIONS WITH WALLPAPER
When I mention making bold decisions in my small entryway, this is what I mean. You will not find any other wallpaper in the rest of my apartment. In fact, you will find very little pattern in the rest of my apartment. But since I so often offer the advice of being braver in your smaller spaces and using an all-over pattern to make a small space feel bigger, I thought I would practice what I preach and try it for myself.
2.KEEP DOORWAYS OPEN
I have spoken before about the fact I don't love doors. Of course, they serve their purpose in certain spaces that need privacy, but I have found turning a doorway into an open arch that leads from my small entryway into the main rooms has really helped make it feel bigger and more connected with the rest of the space.
3. LIMIT YOUR ENTRYWAY FURNITURE
This might not be realistic for everyone, as it depends on what you need in your entryway and what your home's layout is, etc., but I have no furniture in my entryway. Entryway furniture can work hard, but when space is tight, think about what you can actually fit in and whether it will add anything to the space – both in terms of storage and in terms of style.
4. HANG A MIRROR ON THE RIGHT WALL
Feng Shui mirror rules often suggest you shouldn't place a mirror opposite your door, but in my small entryway that was the only wall big enough to handle a mirror. For me, it's also the best wall to help bounce more light around and expand the room.
5.MATCH THE FLOORING TO ADJOINING ROOMS
Replacing my entryway flooring was the biggest project for this space, but it made all the difference. Along with replacing the doors with archways, I ran the same flooring throughout the majority of the adjoining rooms.