A proper entryway sets the stage for the rest of your home. These are the essential (and totally easy) tips to follow in order to create your own stunning foyer, no matter how much square footage you're working with.

In this foyer, white oak wall and ceiling panels set the scene for this ranch home's desire to bring the outdoors in. To connect the house with its coastal California location, the designers used a turquoise-blue color palette throughout the home. Here, the welcoming foyer is outfitted with practical gray-blue hardwood flooring and a few colorful accessories.

A long runner rug has so many benefits when it comes to your entryway. It provides lots of surface to wipe your feet, it can allow you to add any color to your entry and it can visually lengthen the space and make it seem larger.

This foyer gives off enchanted forest vibes with its treetop wallpaper and magical-looking mirror. The combination of fun patterns and shapes with the antique-style console creates a sophisticated space with a touch of whimsy.