Catching up on the latest season of The Crown and Gilded Age inspired us to create a grand entrance in our homes. After all, it’s the first impression when walking in the door, says style director Louise Hilsz. Scroll on to be inspired.
Using colour in an entrance will make an instant impact and set the mood for the the rest of your home. From bold paint to a colourful piece of furniture or an intricate rug, make statement choices to help set the scene for the beautiful decor ahead.
Resene Mandy paint available from Resene ColorShops. Angelo Cappellini of Italy 347 Chaise, $POA from Sarsfieild Brooke. Resene Versace 5 Wallpaper Collection 387061 available from Resene ColorShops. IDO Mezze Curved Sideboard, $3695.
A grand entrance creates a focal point, so you must consider all the other tones throughout your home. Using contrasting colours for complexity, or a standout piece of furniture, a stunning rug through to the flowers in the vase. This is how you make a grand entrance.
Coco Republic Veneta Console Table, $4695. Early Settler Velvet Table Lamp Turquoise, $359. Resene Hauraki paint variable from Resene ColorShops. Tom Dixon Melt Chandelier, $10760.
When choosing colour ideas, go for the unexpected, regardless of the colours in the other rooms of your home. This gives that highly desired wow factor. Remember, colour reflects emotions and will help communicate how you want to feel and how you want to make others feel when they walk through your door.
Resene Kidman paint available from Resene ColorShops. Reflections Copenhagen Orlando table, $4499. Resene Wind Talker paint available from Resene ColorShops. Jonathan Adler Botanist Specimen Vase, $859.