Entryway Refresh
An entryway has to work harder than almost any other space — it's the first thing guests see and where daily clutter tends to land. This look pairs a functional console and bench with just enough decor to make the space feel finished.
A styling reference for the look, not a photo of the exact products below — see “Shop This Look” for the real pieces we picked to match it.
Styling Notes
Function first, decor second
A console with storage and a lift-top bench solve real daily problems — keys, mail, shoes — before anything purely decorative gets added.
Hang a mirror at eye level
A round mirror above the console gives a last-look-before-leaving function while also bouncing light into what's often a narrow space.
One wall accent is enough
A small grouped wall-art piece above the bench keeps the entryway from feeling like a hallway with furniture.
Shop This Look
3 Tier Console Table, Industrial Entryway Furniture
A 3-tier industrial console with built-in storage for mail, keys, and everyday catch-all items.
Read Full Review →Sunniry Black Round Mirror 34 inch, Circle Wall Mirror, Matte Metal Frame
A 34-inch matte black round mirror for a last-look check and extra reflected light.
Read Full Review →30" Shoe Bench with Lift Top Storage
A cushioned shoe bench with lift-top storage keeps shoes out of sight without needing a closet.
Read Full Review →Large Woven Storage Baskets with Tassels
A woven basket by the door for scarves, gloves, or shoes waiting to be put away.
Read Full Review →Hicarer 4 Pcs 12 Inch Metal Wall Art Decor Sunburst Hanging Metal Artwork Decorations for Home, Living Room, Office (Gold)
A set of four gold sunburst medallions adds dimension above the bench without needing a large single piece.
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FAQ
Is a mirror necessary in a small entryway?
It's optional, but a mirror in a narrow entry both serves a practical last-look function and makes the space feel less cramped by reflecting light.
Can the console and bench fit in a narrow hallway-style entry?
Measure first — a 3-tier console has real depth, so in a very narrow hallway a wall-mounted shelf or a slimmer bench alone may be the better fit.