Entryways need to work hard, small entryways need to work even harder. We ask so much of these spaces, they need to be functional, provide storage for all sorts of (often quite bulky) items, and of course they need to do all this while looking wonderful too. The entryway is the first thing both you and your guests see, it can set the tone for the rest of your home, so aesthetics are as important as practicalities here.
When it comes to designing a small entryway that gets this perfect balance between form and function, the furniture you bring in and the way that furniture is laid out are key. You probably think you don't have much to play with in terms of layout options when square footage is lacking, so maybe it's better to look at what you should avoid doing and use that as your guide. We spoke with designers to find out what mistakes you can make when laying out a small entryway, and more importantly, how to avoid them.
