Finding the Right Entry Table for your Home

What feeling do you want to create when people enter your home? One of the first things people see is the entryway décor, often dominated by an entry table, those “ambassador” pieces that represent your home, make a statement to all who enter and often serve a functional purpose as well.

Console tables and small chests tend to be the most popular choices for an entry table. Round entry tables are also a good choice for open foyers. Generally speaking, console tables are seen as open and lighthearted, chests as warm and cozy and round tables as more formal, but there certainly is a lot of crossover. For example, a colorful or eclectic chest in the entry way can certainly create a fun loving vibe.

Console tables are by far the most popular type of entry table. These pieces are generally decorative and include at least one drawer to toss the keys, phones and sun glasses into upon arriving in the home. These cottage style console tables create a light and cheerful feeling and seem to say “come on in for a cup of tea and good cheer.”

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Earthy console tables are in high demand these days as people have become more environmentally conscious. The rustic console tables below create a sense of warmth and strength while also conveying a love for nature. Console tables hand crafted from reclaimed solid woods with weathered effects are particularly popular. These rustic tables looks great when adorned with plants and pottery, and placing a basket beneath provides extra storage space for shoes, blankets, pillows and more.

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 Ornate French entry tables are the perfect choice for well appointed homes. These curvy aged pieces convey warmth and elegance. These console tables create a dreamy feel that lets guests know that your home is not only your castle, but also your oasis. Found on thedecorologist.com (Veranda Magazine image)

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For the more traditional home, a painted chest is a great entry way choice. A painted chest gives a feeling of warmth and whimsy, as if to say “we love family and traditions, but we know how to have fun!” And with so many painted chests to choose from, it’s fun and easy to choose one that reflects your family’s personality. One of the things I love about using a chest in the entry way is that you get a lot of storage space. You can store keys and odds and ends in the top drawer and fill the other drawers with items often needed when you leave the home, like sweaters, caps, gloves, storage bags and more.

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Round entry tables are the perfect choice for homes with large, open foyers. Placing a round pedestal table just under a pendant light creates a sophisticated look, especially with a bouquet of flowers on the table along with books and family photos.

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To see more entry table ideas, check out this Pinterest board: Stylish and Unique Entry Tables and Chests

You can also check out some of Belle Escape’s most popular entry tables here: Entry Tables and Chests

Decorating with Console Tables

Console tables are one of the most versatile pieces of furniture you can own in your home. They have many uses and functions and are found in practically every room, including the entry way, living room, hallway, bedroom or any place you want to display treasured items.

Entry tables set the tone for the home as soon as you walk through the door. These tables give an impression of what the rest of the home is like from that one perspective. They are usually found with decorative elements placed thoughtfully on top, such as picture frames, treasured objects, vases and candlesticks. Drawers and baskets are often a nice addition to an entry table to store those things that you need to unload right when you walk in, such as keys and mail. These tables are a perfect way to dress up what would normally be an empty wall space.

Sofa tables are also very popular and serve as a fabulous way to dress up the backside of a sofa. Usually found in the length of a typical sofa, these tables provide extra storage, a space to put lamps for task lighting and perhaps even store extra seating underneath for small ottomans or stools. It will create a pleasing space for the eye to rest upon and give reason to not push all of the sofas up against a wall.

Display consoles and hallway console tables can also be showstoppers, creating visual interest with architectural elements or beautiful craftsmanship. There are some rules to follow when decorating a console. Use different heights in objects to add variety and fill in those empty spaces. Also, use pictures, mirrors and decorative objects on the wall in the background to add depth and richness. Play with semi-symmetry and do not always work with groups of two. The use of textiles adds interest and additional layering.  Perhaps one of the most important elements is lighting, which adds a function and a glow to the space.

The fun part of decorating with console tables is that you can constantly rearrange the decor to create a fresh look or seasonal ambiance. The Internet can be a great source of inspiration on how to decorate with consoles. There are many boards and blogs to browse through and find a perfect match for your style. Take some inspiration from these decorated console tables. (Source: Pinterest)