The Importance of First Impressions

Did you know that the entry way 

is one of the most important spaces in your home?

Why? Because most people never make it past

either your front door or your entry way.

When Joan called me to help with the design choices

for her renovation, my first piece of advice was that

we had to deal with the stairway. 

Because this is what every visitor to her home

saw as soon as they came through the door . . .

The carpet was tired 

{cleaning it was not enough - the pad was worn in the center}

& the woodwork on the railings wasn't doing them

any favors!

So, we took the staircase from 

worn to "WOW"!

Obviously, we can't all afford a complete remodel
 like this -so here are a few tips to "fluff up" your entry:

• Clean your front door & porch frequently - sweep up the dead leaves & cob webs, clean the glass, etc.
• Make sure to get rid of any worn out rugs or door mats
• Put a pretty wreath on your front door
• Replace dirty or out-dated light fixtures
• Put a fresh coat of paint on your door if needed
• It's nice to have pot-pourri or a plug-in air freshener by the front door
• Try a mirror in your entry way - they almost always look great there!

Here's another look at the staircase . . . 

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