Step up your entryway game with these 25 stylish rug ideas that are sure to make a lasting first impression. Perfect for any home!

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Contrast Dark And Light

Burchard Design Co.

You can never go wrong with a tuxedo color scheme. Here, Burchard Design Co. juxtaposes moody tones against a light and bright backdrop. The long patterned runner features black and white hues that play off the door, framed mirror and pendant above.
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Mix Pattern and Color

Ashley Montgomery Design

Welcome to the candy shop. This entryway from Ashley Montgomery Design doesn’t shy away from pattern or color, expertly combining unique elements for a whimsical feel. A bold, vibrant rug is placed by the door atop checkerboard-style tiled floors.

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Create a Cozy Nook

Arbor & Co.

If your space allows, an entryway is the perfect opportunity to create a cozy nook. This one from Arbor & Co. places a rug diagonally to section off a corner. The rug features a bohemian-style black and white design, complemented by a dark-hued rocking chair, plush throw, and vibrant plants. Rattan and wicker baskets top off the bohemian design vibe.

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Add Coastal Glam

Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions

A small fringed entryway rug in ocean-inspired hues of sand and lapis match the blues of the framed paddles on the wall in this coastal entryway from Amy Leferink at Interior Impressions.

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Layer Neutrals

Afro Bohemian Living

Afro Bohemian Living layered a tan woven runner and a dark brown doormat in this neutral-toned entryway. The natural material of the runner matches a rattan pendant above for a seamlessly minimalist yet textural entryway.

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Freshen It Up

COTTAGE + SEA

This kitchen entryway from COTTAGE + SEA is like a breath of fresh air. A mini runner set in black and white plays off striped shades on the door and window sill. Meanwhile, lush plants pose vibrantly against a milky white backdrop. A mint countertop plays off the greenery.

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Add Moroccan Style

Domm Dot Com

An arched entrance offers the perfect canvas to show off a statement rug. In this space, Domm Dot Com opted for a multi-colored Moroccan style rug to add pattern and playfulness. The rug extends from wall to wall for optimum coverage. Plus, the rich hues marry beautifully with the inky-black door.

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Warm It Up

Kirsten Diane

A slim-profile profile mat extending just beyond the length of the door is a perfect stepping stone into this warm-toned entryway. Since another large rug is just a few feet away in the living room, smaller proved to be better in Kirsten Diane’s space. The colors of the rug are complemented by dark browns on the planters, sofa, door wreath, and pendant.

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Bohemian-Style Oasis

JC Designs

This entryway from JC Designs oozes with cozy bohemian design. A washed-out rug sits beneath a white-lined bench, adding interest while allowing the decor above to shine: namely, a sheepskin throw, plush pillows, and lots of earthy materials. A curvy mirror complements the softness and makes the space feel even bigger.

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Match It to the Flooring

LA Designer Affair

Opt for a more fluid shape with a round rug. Lauren Ashley of LA Designer Affair added a rounded entryway rug that’s the same color as the flooring, allowing the earth-toned decor to pop.

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Add Coastal Flair

Thomas Guy Interiors

A beach-inspired palette never fails—especially with a view like this. Thomas Guy Interiors opted for a simple, neutral doormat that matches the wicker shades. It leads to a larger rug just ahead that pulls together the room, providing a balanced contrast of pattern and color.

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Treat It Like Floor Art

Kate Marker Interiors / Stoffer PH๏τography Interiors

“A vintage rug is the perfect piece to make a great first impression and add a touch of your personal style to your entry way,” says interior designer Kate Marker of Kate Marker Interiors. “Vintage rugs work especially well in small foyers that don’t have room for tables or artwork.”

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Add Neutral Texture

Mindy Gayer Design Co.

The light and bright Spanish-style entryway of this Southern California home from Mindy Gayer Design Co. has a textural sandy-colored rug that complements the neutral-toned space.

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Try a Bold Abstract Pattern

Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Margaret Austin PH๏τo

In this Sunnyvale, CA home from Cathie Hong Interiors, a black, cream, gray, and rusty brown rug with an abstract pattern adds warmth and interest. Throw pillows in similar tones on a wooden entryway bench and a round mirror that reflects light and provides a place for a final outfit check before heading out makes the entryway feel welcoming and not just a forgotten pᴀss through space.

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Keep It Natural

Becca Interiors

A simple round jute rug anchors a round white scalloped antique table in the entryway of this Hudson River, NY Colonial home from Becca Interiors that adds a natural texture and doesn’t present a tripping hazard or impede flow. The low key entryway rug also doesn’t steal focus from the bold black-and-white tile in the adjacent mudroom.

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Stay Neutral

Brexton Cole Interiors

The bold graphic wallpaper of this striking entryway from Brexton Cole Interiors is complemented by a small black-and-white rug that brings cohesion while taking a back seat to the main event.

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Glam It Up

Brexton Cole Interiors

A plush round pale-toned zebra stripe entryway rug sets a glam tone in this traditional North Carolina home entryway from Brexton Cole Interiors.

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Keep It on the Straight and Narrow

Design by Cathie Hong Interiors / Christy Q. PH๏τography

A small, narrow rug adds a wash of color in the entryway of this Palo Alto, CA home from Cathie Hong Interiors without crowding the narrow space. The warm background color of the rug complements the dark wood front door.

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Add Rhythm

Kate Marker Interiors / Stoffer PH๏τography

Kate Marker Interiors added rhythm and movement to this spacious, sunny entryway with a large patterned rug whose geometric lines point toward the glᴀss-paned door.

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Add Bold Color

Michelle Berwick Design

Michelle Berwick Design added a colorful patterned rug that complements the bright orange door of this contemporary home located on a tree farm north of Toronto.

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Supersize It

Kate Marker Interiors / PH๏τo by Margaret Rajic

A supersized entrway rug links the front door and the landing area and coat closet of this spacious home from Kate Marker Interiors.

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Go Vintage Style

Tyler Karu Design + Interiors / PH๏τo by Justin Levesque

In this 1700s Maine farmhouse remodel from Tyler Karu Design + Interiors, a vintage rug with a botanical pattern complements an antique wooden bench and adds warmth to the dark flooring.

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Add Stripes

Leclair Decor

Leclair Decor added a textural striped black-and-white rug to this bright and airy entryway that blends seamlessly with the modern and streamlined decor.

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Go Blue

Kate Marker Interiors

Kate Marker Interiors added a deep blue patterned rug to this mudroom entryway that echoes the built-in cabinetry and bench.

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Warm Up Tile Floors

Becca Interiors

A large textural jute rug warms up the dark gray slate floors in this New York Colonial home from Becca Interiors. Jute is affordable and is easy to maintain for a growing family and you won’t worry about little ones slipping as they zoom around the house.