November 13th 2021

This time of year is all about transitions: warm afternoons to brisk nights, hours of daylight to early sunsets, outdoor living to the cozy indoors. So we thought now was the perfect time to focus on the greatest area of transition in your home—the foyer.

It’s the spot where you gather yourself to face the day, and that you walk into with relief after a long journey. With all the action it sees, we ask you—why not make your home’s entrance as striking as possible?

Luckily, you can do this with a few show-stopping statement pieces that will put a spring in your step during your comings and goings.

This week’s top decor trends bring you all the latest and greatest entryway looks from Instagram. We promise that any one of them will level up your foyer so much that you may just take to hanging out there—and not going anywhere at all.

Ready to embrace transitions? Read on.

1. Vintage palm tree wallpaper

Whether you actually live in a Victorian home (or just dream about it while on your fainting couch), this vintage palm tree wallpaper from @hhfurnishings will instantly add some Old World drama to your foyer.

“Palm tree wallpaper is very reminiscent of the mid-century glam that’s so popular now,” says Doreen Amico-Sorell of Sorell Interiors. “Mixing it with animal prints and traditional furnishings will update the look. And altogether, it will evoke a feeling of comfort and nostalgia.”

2. Accent wall lamp trio

Another great way to add some pizzazz to your entryway decor: new lighting, like this trio of accent wall lamps from @dallasdecorhome.

“Lighting is such an important element of any design,” says Amico-Sorell. “Wall lamps and sconces are not only functional, they add style to an entry. And groupings of three or more are especially effective when highlighting art.”

3. Geometric area rug

How about a foyer upgrade that also keeps your toes toasty-warm? Check out this gorgeous geometric area rug in varying shades of blues and yellows, from @blacksheepid.

“Blue has often been considered a neutral, and when paired with a pop of color—like yellow—it can make for a striking contrast,” says Stephanie Purcell of Redesigned Classics. “Geometric patterns are also a great way to add interest without seeming too fussy.”

4. Melting carpet

Area rugs are a fabulous fix for any space. But do you want to amp up the drama and make an entrance every time you answer the door? Consider a melting carpet or rug like this one from @maisonvalentinaa.

“The melting rug is a showstopper when greeting your guests at the front door,” says Amico-Sorell. “It’s usually created to give an overflow effect, in a free-form pattern. This carpet often works best in a very spare design scheme, so that nothing else steals its thunder.”

5. Textured mirror

While slightly less dramatic than a melting carpet, this textured mirror from @jennymaddendesign is sure to make a lasting impression—even in the most wonderfully minimalist of foyers.

“Textured mirrors are great when you want to add a modern decorative accent,” says Purcell. “Mirrors are known for adding more light and the illusion of space. So pairing a mirror with a strong frame or one with lots of texture can help add grounding properties to your foyer.”