An inviting and elegant entrance is a perfect introduction to your family home’s personality, creating the all-important first impression. Regardless of the size and style of your home, the entry is what welcomes you home every day and it is what your guests first see as they step into your home.
From the cosiest of entries to the grandest of foyers, we'll take you through what makes an entrance stand out, examples of our showstopping entries, and the importance of a clever entrance design by optimising Feng Shui.
Create a place and purpose for rituals you perform upon entering and exiting your home
To avoid clutter in your entry and help with Feng Shui, create landing spaces, vertically and horizontally, for all the essential daily rituals you perform when you enter or exit your home.
Consider a side table with a bowl for your keys or a row of hooks on the wall for your coats, umbrellas and hats. You don’t want to have your entrance turn into a dumping ground for junk mail and discarded shoes. Keeping the path clear and clutter-free provides a more appealing introduction to your home.
Add statement and style to guide the eye
The all-important entrance does not have to be boring in the style stakes. Statement lighting, an oversized potted plant in the corner or a piece of striking artwork, may be the perfect additions to your entrance. A colourful rug might also do the trick when it comes to adding your personal flair.
For double storey homes, the entrance may also be the gateway to the stairs. Whether the stairs are carpeted, open timber with glass or steel features, the foyer guides your eye upwards to what is in store on the first floor.
For many of our home designs, the entrance is where your open office is conveniently located - where you can unload your work bag and mail, adding another layer of light and space.
Pay attention to how light enters your home
You may consider a stylish mirror, which reflects the natural light beautifully, as well as being handy for you to check yourself as you leave for the day. To achieve Feng Shui, avoid hanging a mirror in front of your entrance. Instead, place a mirror on a wall which is perpendicular to your door, over a side table.
When organising your lighting in the foyer, consider having light sources from a mix of heights and locations. From a chandelier or ceiling pendant to a floor or table lamp, this space can be spruced up instantly with the magic of light.
A well considered entry matters
We are meticulous when it comes to its design and form, with the proportion being a standout consideration. The entrance should not be an afterthought but a measured design choice. Space-wise, an entrance should be well balanced with the rest of the house.
The Panama, as a single storey family home, boasts an entrance that is wide and expansive. Regardless of which façade you choose with the Panama, you will have a grand front door featuring glass elements, in the door cavity or flanking either side, creating a welcoming sea of natural light. The Panama’s entrance is a wonderful prelude to the rest of the house – light, bright and exudes a lovely flow.
The stunning double storey home, the Verona, designed to fit perfectly on a 10m wide block, features a glorious entrance that exudes opulence with a sense of freshness - without compromising on space.
The open, see-through staircase, coupled with the large window and open study nook, gives the entrance an airiness that is inviting and beautiful.
Feast of foyers to explore
Visit one of our display locations across South East Queensland and you will be able to peruse and explore a suite of entrances to inspire you.
