How Do You Decorate A Split Entry With An Open Floor Plan?
How to decorate a split entry with an open floor plan can provide a design challenge in the foyer area where the space is dominated by two staircases, one leading up and the other down. Following the upward staircase is often an overlooking rail or short wall that looks down into the foyer. The positives of the space may include extra height in the foyer, the floor space is often wider than other foyers and there is usually good light provided by the door or sidelight windows. It’s important to make the entry welcoming, because it sets the tone for the whole house. Measure the walls of the split entry starting with the door wall. Make sure to include the dimensions of the door, the sidelights and any transom that may be present. Also. measure any upper windows if the space is vaulted. On each side wall note the locations of any electrical outlets and coat closets. Measure where each stair starts. Draw the walls on the graph paper using the formula that a ½-inch equals 1 foot scale. Not
