17 Stunning, Easy-To-Install Entryway Lighting Fixtures
These beautiful entryway lighting fixtures will greet visitors and set the tone for the rest of your home. There’s one for every budget and style here!
I’ll admit it. It’s super easy to gloss over entryway lighting. For many of us, we are running in the door and don’t stop to think about the lighting situation in the entryway at all.
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Until now, that is! I have been seriously impressed by some of the entryway lights I’ve seen lately, and am here to share them with you all. I have basically made it my personal mission to get you excited about the humble entryway light!
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The Foyer Pendant Light I Chose
I’ve been working hard to replace all of the light fixtures in my home that I don’t really like or that bother me the most. I think that because I didn’t take the time to replace the lighting when we moved into our last home, I’m making a priority on the front end now.
I lived for way too long in my old house with ugly lighting. And I regretted not changing them out sooner. It also helps that my husband has gotten really good at changing them, so that helps, too!
When I was looking for something for my new foyer, I wanted something with some curves. There are so many straight lines in this part of my home, that I thought a round entryway chandelier would be my favorite.
But the round chandelier I fell in love with was almost $2,000 and NOT in my price range. Womp. Womp.
As a refresher, this is what was hanging in the foyer when we moved in. I know so many people that love this style, but it wasn’t my taste. (My girls have requested to hang it in their closet. 💗)
So, I set on a search for a compromise that I still loved…
The lantern foyer lighting I chose had the open, modern lines of the previous light fixture I had in my old house, but also had those curved lines at the top. 😍 #swoon
I love everything about it! The gilded gold finish, the curves, the lack of glass (less cleaning ) and the 4 candelabra lights so that it’s nice and bright! I’m so glad I found something I love in my budget.
And if you’re in the market for a new foyer light fixture, keep reading!
How to Choose An Entryway Light? and FAQ’s
Finding the right light for your foyer can often seem overwhelming or complicated. Unlike other rooms in your home, you are likely working with a small entryway space that has high-traffic.
It’s not hard to see how the entry way can become overlooked and ignored. However, this is a space that you can have a little bit of fun with and give some personality.
Here are a few tips to help you begin to narrow down your options:
- Hang your fixture in the center of the room. This means it should be center to the width of the foyer as well as the length.
- Make sure the bottom of your entryway light at least seven feet off the ground. A tall friend coming to visit will thank you!
- You’ll need to consider your lightbulbs as well. A smaller foyer can easily get away with diffused softer lighting while a large space needs more brightness.
What is the Best Lighting for a 2-story Foyer?
If you have two stories that open to the foyer, the standard design practice is to hang the fixture so that the bottom is level with the second story.
How big should a light fixture be in an entryway?
The light shouldn’t be so large that it extends lower than 7 feet off the ground. I had to choose the small version of the light for my entry way, because otherwise it would have been to tall and people would have bumped their heads on it!
The Best Entryway Lighting Fixtures
Now that you have some quick tips for choosing the right entryway light for your home, let’s start shopping! There is truly something for every home on this list as a variety of styles work in the foyer.
Here are some of my favorite entryway lights to consider.
Capiz Pendant
This pretty Capiz Pendant is such a statement piece! The light is diffused by the facets of capiz shell circles that make up the exterior, and it casts the prettiest shadows on the wall. Honestly, you can put this one anywhere in your home (like in the dining room pictured below!) but I like it for the entry area.
If you have an entryway with a lower ceiling height, you can still get this look by purchasing the Capiz flush mount light or if you have a grand entry, get this larger chandelier!
I love these pretty Capiz lights in any home that’s going for a coastal vibe without going over the top!
SHOP THE LIGHTS
Manor Indoor/Outdoor Glass Pendant
If you are looking for something more traditional foyer lighting ideas with cleaner lines with a touch of modern farmhouse, this round glass pendant is worth looking at. I particularly love the combination of dark bronze and glass, but you can also grab this entryway light in white or nickel.
The round chandeliers are perfect for breaking up a foyer with a lot of straight lines!
SHOP THE LIGHTS
Semi-Flush Mount Lighting
I mentioned this above, but the entryway sets the tone for the rest of your home. I have been eyeing this semi-flush mount drum pendant with a linen shade for quite a while, since it’s perfect for a lower ceiling height. I think this would be perfect for those who have transitional or traditional style in their home.
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Modern Contemporary 4-light Lantern Chandelier
Do you and your significant other disagree a teeny, tiny bit on home decor and style? If so, this entryway pendant can be the perfect compromise for you both.
This pendant light combines transitional curves and modern straight lines, and is very similar to the light I chose! It even comes in black or satin brass and is quite budget-friendly.
Whitewashed Wood Draped Beaded Chandelier
While these beaded chandeliers may not be super trendy anymore, they are a classic look for a casual or coastal home. So, I think they are perfect for passing the test of time and you won’t have to worry about replacing it a few years from now.
I particularly love the texture this light has, which comes in both white washed and natural finishes, in this beautiful foyer chandelier. It’s perfect for a coastal, beach vibe and comes in a flush mount and larger chandelier option, too!
SHOP THE LIGHTS
Rola 5 Light Metal Dimmable Globe Chandelier
This crystal globe chandelier would be the ultimate show-stopper in any large or two-story entry way! It’s a glam, yet traditional vibe that casts a stunning pattern on the walls at night. I think it would be such a gorgeous addition to any home!
I’ve never used a crystal or glass chandelier in my home, and I think it will be my next purchase! These are gorgeous!
SHOP THE LIGHTS
There you have it! Aren’t these entryway lights gorgeous? Trust me, you’ll take notice of the lighting every time you walk into a new home now.
Which one is your favorite? I’d love to hear in the comments!
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Hi Laura, Can you tell me how high your foyer ceiling is? I’m selecting a light fixture and want it to sit in front of a transom similar to yours. Thank you!
Hi Beverly, my foyer is 9 feet, and I chose the smallest size in order for it to fit! xo, Laura
I love your style! My entryway is very similar to yours. Facing the front door where your mirrored closets are is my dining room and to the left is my living room. The entries to the LR & DR are are arched. I’m trying to find mat’l to go around the archways??? Suggestions? I have a 1/2 moon table where your table is and across from it are the stairs going up.
Wonderful idea and choices. I Our problem is we have 3 lights in our foyer and not evenly spaced, there’s 1 in the first tray and then 2 that are closer together in the second tray and it’s very confusing as to what to do. The builder is placing a chandelier in the first and just recessed lighting in the other 2. Can you help, will greatly appreciate it :))
Hi Sonia! It sounds like you’ve come up with a good solution with your builder. My only other suggestion would be to maybe remove the two can lights, mud over them once they are removed and just add the chandelier? I love a lamp in an entry way anyway and depending on the size of the space, 3 lights might be too much? Just some thoughts! xo, Laura
can you tell me the size of the area rug in the foyer in front of the door?
Hi,
It is a 3’x5′ rug. Hope this helps!
Hello, where did you find the one in the top left of the first collage of images, with “gorgeous round lantern”? Thanks!
Thanks for providing these innovative ideas to decorate lighting in the home
Hey Laura – What size did you choose, i.e. 13, 18, etc.?
Hi Sue, I have the 13″ in my foyer! It was the same size as the one I replaced. 🙂
So many fantastic options! We, too, have been working our way through our house replacing light fixtures. We have purchased a new entryway fixture that is somewhat similar to yours, but more rustic looking. Now, we are trying to figure out who we can hire to install it into an 18 foot ceiling… Wish us luck! LOVE the one you chose!
Oh yes, those high ceilings are tricky. We haven’t had to deal with those, but would definitely have to hire it out! Good luck, Amy!!
Loved your post! Can you please give us a link for the one you chose? ie, this one “The lantern foyer lighting I chose had the open, modern lines of the previous light fixture I had in my old house, but also had those curved lines at the top.”
Thank you!
Hi Suzanne, I meant to link it there, but forgot to go back and do that! Oops! Thanks for the reminder. 🙂 Here’s the link to the one I picked … https://rstyle.me/+RdLipH3wHWWXi9C5M7CCrQ
Thanks for reading!!
Laura
Thank you! You have excellent taste!
I tried this link to look at this light. Can you tell me what site it’s from! It’s beautiful!
Hi there!
Sorry the link didn’t work! Here it is again: https://rstyle.me/+6iM2TqM8E_ySkLKR4DQSEw
Hope this helps!
Love, Love, Love the new entryway light!!
Thanks so much, Jennifer!