What is the first thing you see when you walk into a show home?  If you answers "The Front Entrance/Foyer", you guessed correctly.   As this is the first place that home owners can make an impression upon you, front foyers are decorated in a space enhancing and visually stunning ways.  You leave there wanting to say "Wow" when you walk into your own home.

Unfortunately for most of us, condos and apartments do not have a beautiful front foyer to decorate.  More often than not, front entrances open straight into your living space.  The result is no definition when you walk in the door, no area that says "Take your shoes off and come on in."

If you have a home that has limited front foyer space, there are a few ways you can decorate using accessories to define your entrance.  Start with an area rug placed directly in front of your front door.  The rug doesn't have to be large, but it should draw the eye.  Try a rug such as a multi colored stripe or a chocolate swirl dynamic design . 

A small coat rack and a basket for your shoes can be placed directly beside the door.  Over your closet, try hanging some word art such as "Welcome Home" or "Home Sweet Home."  You can purchase wooden wall art at any home decor store.  Wall art is also available in stickers or murals from stores online. 

Just because you don't have a front foyer does not mean you can't 'fake' one and decorate it as though you do.  Try these tricks and tips to create a welcoming area for your home.