Front Door Makeover: Holiday Edition
Tis’ the Season to be jolly! We love decorating our front entrance for the changing holiday seasons. With the holidays knocking on the door (pun intended) we thought we’d share some simple tips to inspire your creativity. We are personally working on transitioning our home from fall headquarters to a winter wonderland and one of the first places we start is the front door. As Realtors, we know that the front door is often the first impression of your home, bringing an opportunity to introduce your personal touch and spread joy and festivity during the holidays.
We have some simple tips for creating an inviting space just right for your decor style preference. Whether you prefer a calming and cozy feeling, a traditional yet timeless design or lean toward a glam vibe you can make that vision come to life. You can create one cohesive look or mix and match for a more eclectic decor style. There’s no right or wrong way to make your entrance welcoming.
Set the scene with a holiday doormat: A fresh doormat can instantly elevate your front porch any time of year but perhaps this year you select one with a little personality to set the tone for you and all those you welcome to your home. It’s also super functional to keep the wet and debris out of your home - achieving function and style…a 2-for-1 bonus! Pro-tip: if you fall in love with a doormat that isn’t big enough for your space add a layering rug underneath.
Add a Wreath: Fresh or faux, whichever is your preference, a wreath is sure to add color and texture to bring those festive feels to your home. Pro-tip: When choosing a wreath make sure it’s not too small. Most front doors are 36 inches and can handle a wreath about 30 inches in diameter.
Fill in the side with Planters or Baskets: You can add dimension with planters or baskets filled with winter-friendly plants or greenery. Branches from your yard or other festive accents like ornaments can add to your design. Varying heights can add additional volume to your planters or baskets and it’s an easy way to fill out the space and design. Pro-tip: the wider the entry the taller you should decorate to create balance.
We hope some of these ideas will inspire you and bring you joy this holiday season!
As always, we wish you and yours the very best!
Matt and Christina
Matt & Christina are Team Skally, top real estate agents in the Seattle Metro with expertise in luxury homes on the Eastside including Bellevue, Newcastle, Mercer Island, Renton and Issaquah. Their client testimonials say it all - they deliver exceptional service and record-breaking results. Recognized as top agents on social media by Property Sparks, Diamond Award finalists for best client service and regularly featured in online and print publications including Newcastle Life Magazine. In addition to serving clients, Matt and Christina love family time with their two boys and Leo, the Goldendoodle, as well as volunteering in the community.