The foyer is a smaller version of a lobby, which allows more space for movement compared to a typical entryway. It may be one of the busiest areas in your house’s interior, yet can end up underutilized. Home addition contractor Advantage Contracting shares modern tips on how to maximize your foyer’s functionality in your house plans.
Allow Ample Lighting
The relatively bigger space in a foyer makes natural light more effective. In addition to having transom and clerestory windows as well as sidelights, a foyer area can have a direct line of sight with windows. The right combination of window styles and treatments can keep the foyer brightly and naturally lit. Considering that the foyer can help form a good first impression, you can get creative with evening lighting and perhaps a chandelier and a few focus lights in certain areas.
Keep the Foyer Organized
Certain home styles do not have an entryway or front entrance at all; the entry door opens directly into the foyer. In many homes, the foyer also doubles as the mudroom, which means there has to be ample storage space for coats, shoes, and various types of bags. Instead of open shoe racks, consider concealed ones to keep the area clean. Replacing the bench with an ottoman gives you additional storage space. Remodeling and home addition companies recommend hidden compartments in the wall to create an even cleaner look.
Genkan Entryway
A common element of Japanese entryways is the genkan, a small area that connects directly to the front door, and is normally recessed into the floor. It helps avoid tracking dirt by keeping the shoes within this small area.
You can use the same concept as the Japanese genkan when your entryway doesn’t have an actual mudroom. A clearly delineated space made of a hard-wearing, low-maintenance material can help reduce the amount of dirt that gets admitted into your home. The floor material also makes it easier to clean and maintain separately.
Foyer Home Remodeling Services
Advantage Contracting is the home additions contractor to turn to for all your remodeling needs. We handle every step of the process, from providing entryway addition ideas and designs to carrying out the foyer additions. Give us a call at (862) 292-0003 or fill out our contact form. We serve customers in Kinnelon, Wyckoff, and Wayne, NJ.
