House Hunters | Foyers and Entryways

I always knew I was obsessed with stairways but it wasn’t until recently that I discovered my true love and appreciation for the stairs’ wingman – the entryway/foyer. I love foyers! Foyers are so much more complex and dynamic than most people realize. They are the invitation into the home; the warm welcome; the first impression upon setting foot inside. Maybe I ought to start an interior [and exterior] design blog! :)

If you’re new here, I should also tell you about my love for HGTV’s show, House Hunters. I record it daily and have come to find some of my most favorite features and items that will be at the top of my “must-have” list one day! Until then, I have this blog to document and share my home inspirations. Every so often, I’ll have this House Hunters feature where I’ll show you ideas I love for a different section of the home. Today, it’s all about entryways and foyers. [Check out my dream kitchens here!]

While choosing the below entryways, I tried to be at least somewhat realistic for the most part. After all, I’m sure the square footage of my first home won’t be ridiculous – but hey, who knows? ;) Then again, some of these were just too pretty not to share! I realized a couple common denominators after selecting each of these pictures – light and color. I love a house full of sunlight [but also with some privacy! What would I do without window treatments?] and everyone should know by now how much I ADORE color!

Whether it’s a splash of color using accent pieces and fun furniture, or whether you paint the entire door a bright color or utilize color and patterns through wallpaper – I’ve got to have it!

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Beautiful French doors, splashes of color, and the vintage archway. Not to mention, how gorgeous are the white wash floors?

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Again with the arches - another common denominator I suppose! The color here was added through the wallpaper and pillows.

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I tried my best to ignore the staircases, but look at this! The wrought iron with the light yellow is just so Mediterranean

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I think it goes without saying that I am a huge fan of the vintage, Old Spanish architecture. It just makes me feel like I’ve stepped into a film from the 60’s. I love the charm and character of this entrance from actress, Amanda Peet’s home.

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I know, I know. You think I’m crazy for posting this. Take away the mural, and honestly, I kinda like it! Mainly because turquoise is my favorite color. But seriously, how fun is that carpet going up the stairs?

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I don’t love the dominant black and white for the entrance but I do love the mood that the thick striped walls and patterned carpet give off. So unique!

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We’re back to the old Hollywood flair. Swoon. The French doors. The black and white tiled floors. The archways. The greenery. I am in love.

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My favorite color yet again! What a fun way to add some color. Just add a little paint!

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Can't say I'd personally go with green but I sure love how the color is incorporated into this space!

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Old, classic Hollywood! I adore this space. And check out the beautiful stairway!

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This is a great example of a smaller entryway that is still decorated wonderfully. Simple yet pretty!

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If you know me, you know I posted this picture solely because of the stairs!

So, these are just some of the examples of entryways and foyers that I'd look for in my future home. Let's not forget - I'm sure these spaces didn't always look this inviting so keep your mind open if you're house hunting. All it takes is a little creativity :)

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House Hunters Can Be Ridiculous

I hope you're ready for a random post because it's about to get random up in here! Do you watch House Hunters? I do. In fact, about 75% [or more!] of my DVR is filled with House Hunters. But not House Hunters International. Oh, no! That show is just not the same.

I have seen so many episodes of House Hunters it's not even funny. I just get fascinated with the homes and seeing what the real estate market is like throughout the country. I also get a kick out of the potential home buyers. 

I've been an event planner throughout most of my professional career so I've seen and heard of a TON of weird food/accommodation demands requests that people have. It looks like realtors probably experience the same quirks when working with their clients. Here are some things I've seen on House Hunters:

"I won't move into a house that was built in the 1950's or earlier... because the chances of it being haunted are greater."

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News flash: People have died after the 1950's too which means basically any house could be haunted. Even new homes. [Built on an old graveyard? Duh.] Anyway, this lady obviously ended up getting a newish home.

"I can't have a house with any brass hardware. Drawer handles, light fixtures, etc."

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I feel like on a list of reasons to NOT like a home, this should be one of the very last items. Although, the article that the picture is from was written all about brass fixtures being outdated. Meh.

"I don't want to live near a corn field because I'm deathly afraid of the children that will come out of it."

Not. Even. Kidding. Word-for-word. And she's serious. She also didn't want the garage to be in the front of the house. Shoot, if we could find her a house with all that AND no windows, maybe she'd be happy? Totally normal.

And the one that gets me every time:

"But it doesn't have granite counter tops."

I will never get it. Not having a finished basement? Sure, I can understand that being a deal breaker. Not having central A/C? I can understand that too. But not having granite counter tops? Shouldn't be the biggest deal in the world. To each their own! I bet you're a "have-to-have-granite-counter-tops" kind of person, huh? ;)

What crazy "wants" have you seen on House Hunters? Better yet, what are YOUR odd requests for a home? Spill it! :)