Transform Your Entryway with Updated Lighting
Your foyer is your home’s first impression—a transitional space that sets the tone for what’s inside. Whether it’s a grand entrance hall or a compact entryway, foyer lighting plays a crucial role in creating an inviting atmosphere for guests and family alike. It’s more than just function; it’s an opportunity to make a statement with light, style, and warmth.
In this guide, we’ll explore how to transform your entryway with fabulous foyer lighting, including design tips, fixture types, and expert advice on achieving the perfect balance of elegance and hospitality.
Tips for Creating an Inviting Foyer
Here’s how to ensure your entryway feels like a warm embrace rather than a cold corridor:
1. Start With a Statement
Choose a main lighting piece that anchors the room and draws the eye upward—especially in foyers with tall ceilings. Chandeliers, lanterns, or pendant lights are excellent for creating that “wow” moment right as someone enters.
2. Layer the Lighting
Just like in other rooms, layering light in a foyer creates depth and visual interest. Use a combination of:
• Overhead fixtures for general light
• Wall sconces or accent lamps for warmth and texture
• Recessed lighting for subtle, ambient fill
3. Keep It Proportional
Scale is everything. An oversized fixture in a small foyer can feel overwhelming, while a too-small fixture in a tall or wide space might look underwhelming. Use the general rule: add the length and width of the foyer in feet, and convert that number to inches for the fixture’s ideal diameter.
For example:
A 10’ x 12’ foyer = 22” fixture
4. Use Dimmers
Dimming capabilities allow you to adjust lighting levels depending on the time of day or mood. Bright during the day, soft and warm in the evening—perfect for entertaining or winding down.
5. Reflect With Mirrors
Mirrors can amplify the light, making small or dark foyers appear larger and brighter. Place a mirror across from a light fixture to reflect both light and beauty.
Light the Way to a Warm Welcome
Fabulous foyer lighting transforms your entry into a statement of hospitality, style, and function. Whether you opt for a dazzling chandelier, a rustic pendant, or a sleek flush-mount fixture, your choice sets the tone for your entire home. Think of lighting as your design handshake—a first impression that welcomes every guest and every family member with warmth, beauty, and intention.
By layering lighting, choosing the right styles and finishes, and paying attention to scale and layout, you can create a foyer that doesn’t just greet—but glows.
SNEAK PEEK – Just a sample of the hundreds of beautiful foyer lights on display in our showroom
Dendelio Collection
13-Light Chandelier in Black with Geometric Structure
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Ravello Collection
5-Light Pendant in Black and Harvest Brass with Circular Opal Glass Shades
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Newport Collection
4-Light Chandelier in Oil Rubbed Bronze with Interlocking Tubular Arms
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Aria Collection
5-Light Chandelier in English Bronze with Orbiting Rings and Teardrop Crystals
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Perpetual Collection
LED Pendant in Brushed campaign with Continuous Curved Design
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Solaris Collection
6-Light Chandelier in English Bronze with Wrought Iron Cage Design
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Astrid Collection
LED Pendant in Metallic Matte Bronze with Geometric Cage Design
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Colson Collection
6-Light Chandelier in Black with Matte Black Mesh Shade
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Orbital Collection
16-Light Pendant in Gold Dust with Crystal Accents
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Paladin Collection
6-Light Chandelier in Matte Black with Wood Band and Seedy Glass Shades
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