How to Decorate an Elegant Foyer

Paint the foyer a dramatic color such as a crimson red, navy blue or dark brown. Bold colors give a foyer an electrifying effect as you enter a home. Or paint bold stripes down a light-colored wall.

Place a small classic table in the foyer. Use an antique table with ornamental trim, or distress a newer table to resemble a shabby chic look. Set a vase of flowers or a silk flower arrangement on the table to provide a splash of color.

Hang an exquisite light fixture in a foyer with a high ceiling. A chandelier or ornate lighting carries the eyes up to view not only the lighting, but the impressive opulence of an elegant entryway.

Hang paintings, mirrors or a fountain on the wall in the foyer. A bubbling wall fountain provides an aesthetic sensation when entering, while colorful paintings or dazzling framed mirrors add a punch of color or flamboyancy.

Set a chair inside a small foyer or a small sofa in a larger area. Have the furniture upholstered or purchase it with an elaborate design or bright color. The furniture provides a focal point for the space while also functioning as a place to remove or put on shoes.