THE HOME ENTRANCE: TIPS TO MAKE IT FUNCTIONAL

4/14/2023

Often underestimated and considered a simple place of passage, the entrance to the house plays a fundamental role in the presentation of our home, showing a small taste of how it will present itself. Which is why we should try to recreate an orderly and well-kept space, in the name of functionality and design.

If space is completely absent and we should, therefore, try to carve out a small area from the environment that presents itself directly at the entrance, to be dedicated to the entrance of the house, a classic solution could be to install, under a mirror of design in style with the rest of the home furnishings, a small console with or without drawers (preferably in metal given its versatility in terms of thickness) or a shelf, perhaps with a design pouf that can be fitted under it perfectly. In this way, this solution allows us to recreate a dedicated environment, without however taking up excessive space, leaving the entrance passage comfortable and tidy.

Otherwise, if the space available is present, but small in size, we could be slightly more daring, always introducing a console of a height to our liking, possibly evaluating a low solution with visible shoe containers, and a design coat hanger in perfect harmony with the style of the rest of the house. But be careful not to exaggerate with the quality of the jackets and overcoats on display, as we could get a messy and unkempt effect.

Another alternative could be to think of an entrance hall with coat hangers and a small wardrobe or custom-made shelves built into the wall: if there is already a niche, it could be a good way to take full advantage of it, guaranteeing a truly impactful atmosphere, functional and in style, reducing any type of encumbrance.

If, on the other hand, we have to have a much larger area, completely dedicated to the entrance area, then we will be able to space out much more: if we have a large niche or a wall available to exploit, for example, we can evaluate a space entirely dedicated to the wardrobe, so as to avoid clothing directly visible at the entrance, while in the side we can think of providing a soft seat in style and in the lower part, a compartment dedicated to shoes.

There are various ways to furnish a large entrance hall: let's just think of the quantity of specific furniture equipped for the purpose, we find on the market today. Which certainly makes it possible to obtain an elegant, orderly and refined atmosphere and, certainly, an inimitable organization. Let's not forget that in this case, inserting a vintage bench, or in any case of the style adopted in the rest of our home, could recreate a truly impeccable and tasteful atmosphere.

Finally, let's not forget the importance of lighting at the entrance: if it were to be in an area of the house that is not excessively bright, it could be unpleasant, uncomfortable and not very functional, which is why it is essential to light it properly. In addition, we could evaluate sectional lighting, which gives, if required, more lighting to the entrance area, possibly with spotlights and LED strips applied on shelves, carvings and shelves.