Trend: Making an Entry

 

 

 

Entries are the first thing people see when they walk in your home. As a first introduction, consider them something of a handshake. What’s yours? Firm and looks them in the eye, or wimpy and looking down at your shoes? Art can create an entry; even collectibles can give the visitor a hint at what’s to be expected. Try looking at what you see when you walk in and where a piece of art or grouping might go to greet your guests.

 

I pulled these because they were a bit strong but sometimes we need a loud voice to be heard. And I want to emphasize my point. Note first the impact of the blue and white strip wall. Yours would be centered but this was a display and ended up where it did because of the space allowed.

Next, a beveled mirror was added which is almost always a perfect backdrop. it creates light and visually adds space. Thirdly the collection of blue and `white vases were balanced with a large but open and airy cluster of leafy branches. the color of the branches and the pink flowers with the light green leaves adds that touch of green i keep telling you about.

What’s extra fun here is the punch of turquoise that shakes it up in the gourd and ginger jar shape vases that are in front. The cool marble topped table is an elegant touch and the pale turquoise table with the Asian inspired hardware draw pull unites the statement. The vases would be nicer in different scales to give a more collected look and open it up a bit more.

 

 

This isn’t really an entry but I love this concept because it makes a statement and challenges the viewer to take a look. Bold yes, over the top, totally and punch you in the nose and then shake your hand- completely! There is another version of the ships cage lantern and I’m note sure how this went from ship to farm, but it was a show display and those things happen. Take out the light but use it in the entry, deduct the rope and all the small stuff at the bottom, center those 3 storage jars and bang. The table works the burlap works and those little mirrors are interesting.