20 Breathtaking Foyer Designs and Ideas

You know what they say, right? You only get one chance to make a first impression! This is definitely true when it comes to social interactions that you’ll have throughout your life, but it’s also true when it comes to home design. In fact, there are many interior designers who believe that the way your home’s foyer looks and feels will go a long way toward determining not just guests impressions of your home overall, but also your own…

That’s why it’s so important that your home have a foyer that really sets the mood. For this reason, we thought it would be fun to take a look at some absolutely breathtaking foyers, ones that really make bold first impressions!

To be sure, some of the foyers you’re about to see might feature design elements that are outside the scope of your own budget – or even just the space that your home allows. However, in each of these examples, you should be able to derive plenty of inspiration as to what makes a foyer as beautiful as it can be. So, if your home needs to do a better job of making a first impression, read on! You’re going to love these 20 breathtaking foyer designs and ideas…

1. Drawing the Eye

Note how the symmetrical layout of this foyer totally draws the eye toward and into the home.

2. Nautical Touch

The anchor shaped hangers in this wonderful little foyer are deft touch that gets lots of mileage.

3. Wood and Stone

The combination of wood and stone that make up this home’s foyer creates a vibe that’s instantly inviting and warm.

4. Texturing

Here, the texturing of the walls in this foyer creates an inviting atmosphere that’s hard to miss.

5. Grand Chandelier

In truth, there’s nothing that makes quite as big of an impression as a grand chandelier in the foyer.