How to style artwork for the entrance way

Artwork is one of my favourite ways to bring warmth and personality into a home. It doesn’t just fill an empty wall — it creates intentional focal points, adds depth through colour and texture, and helps shape the mood of a room. Choosing the right piece for each space can feel a little daunting, but it becomes surprisingly simple when you know what to look for. In this guide, I’m sharing my go-to tips for key areas of the home, along with how I approach selecting the perfect artwork for each one.

When I’m choosing artwork for an entryway, I focus on finding a piece that brings a sense of balance to the space. That harmony might come from the scale of the artwork, its colours, its texture, or even the story it tells. Because the entryway sets the tone the moment you walk through the door, I usually lean toward medium to large artworks that naturally draw the eye.

In these two examples, I’ve chosen ‘Inky Poppies’ for its moody tones and sense of drama—it instantly makes a statement. I’ve also selected ‘Tussock Hills, Bronze’ for its generous scale, earthy palette, and understated, minimalist feel, which suits the space beautifully.