home progress: entryway
Thanks for all the help with the console table selection! I was so excited that some of you chose the Mill. My three favorites were probably the Strut, the Brent, and the Mill. Once I factored in price, the Mill shot up to number one. It also helped that the dimensions were exactly what I was looking for.

While we sacrificed on storage, we made up for it with a table that is more proportionate to the space and other practical entryway must-haves like a mirror, a place to sit to put on shoes, and a designated bowl for keys (hopefully this means no more misplacing them!). I also love how minimal and light the table is compared to the bulkier wood piece we had there before. Whatchu think?!
We also finished off the new front door with one coat of stain (1 part light-walnut mixed with 2 parts provincial) and three coats of polyurethane.
To see the before photos check here.
To see all the renovation progress check here.
Sources: Mill Console Table by CB2 // Door by AAW (stained with 1 part Light Walnut & 2 parts Provencal by Varathane) // Vintage Hardoy Chair from Surfing Cowboys // Sofa from HD buttercup // Coffee Table is Vintage found at the Long Beach Flea // Rug from The Rug Warehouse // Chandelier by Jonathan Adler // Paint color is Snowfall by Behr // Mid-century stool, vintage // Sheepskin from Ikea // Basket from Chicos // Pillows by Little Korboose // Glass Terrarium from Urban Outfitters // Candle Holder, Vintage // Gold Bowl by CB2
Images by Sarah Sherman Samuel
Tags: entry, Entryway, exterior polyurethane, front door, styled entry, table


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July 31st, 2014 at 6:10 am
Where did you get the mirror? Love it.
July 31st, 2014 at 6:25 am
gorgeous! love your table choice.
July 31st, 2014 at 6:30 am
What a beautiful space. I agree that the table is a perfect fit. I also really love your front door. It’s so unusual. Is it original to the house?
July 31st, 2014 at 7:28 am
That door is fabulous and really changes the look of the foyer! I’d love to see how it looks from the outside. The table is sleek and modern and looks like it was made for the space. Love it all!!
July 31st, 2014 at 7:49 am
YAY!! I love the Mill and it was in my top 3 (for you, haha).
Looks AWESOME. You have such a great eye for photographing your home, I love seeing these photos and the progress!
July 31st, 2014 at 8:22 am
It’s looking so good! I love that there aren’t a ton of drawers to weigh the piece down. The entryway is a great place to keep things light and airy.
July 31st, 2014 at 9:02 am
Oooo I’m glad you picked that table. So perfect for the space. Also, I spy a Sarah behind the pretty plant!
July 31st, 2014 at 10:06 am
Love it all. As always you nailed it. That candleholder is fab. Have you ever tried black candlesticks?
July 31st, 2014 at 10:20 am
Hey Colleen, I haven’t with this candleholder but I love the idea. They would look great here. Thank you!
July 31st, 2014 at 10:22 am
haha Brianna, I tried to squeeze my arm in close but you caught me! lol
July 31st, 2014 at 10:24 am
Hey Danielle, I had the mirror custom made by a local glass & shower company.
July 31st, 2014 at 10:43 am
Looks super sharp! Love the attention to detail.
July 31st, 2014 at 10:45 am
Where is that rug from? It is absolutely gorgeous and looks amazing in your living room, I must have it!
July 31st, 2014 at 11:16 am
Hi Natalie, It is a one of a kind Khotan rug, but they have other great rugs similar to it, the source is listed above.
July 31st, 2014 at 11:22 am
Hi Heather, Thank you! The door is new, I listed the source in the post.
August 1st, 2014 at 12:12 am
Somehow, you house makes me want to move to LA, haha.
August 1st, 2014 at 2:02 am
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August 1st, 2014 at 4:39 am
So gorgeous! You choices are perfection :)
August 1st, 2014 at 5:16 am
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August 1st, 2014 at 7:06 am
Are you able to tell me the dimensions of your mirror? It looks like a eight sided hexagon but just wondering what dimensions you gave to the company to have them make
August 1st, 2014 at 8:19 am
which door is this on their site? thanks
August 1st, 2014 at 8:22 am
Hi Megan, of course it is a 48″ octagon.
August 1st, 2014 at 10:44 am
So happy I stumbled upon your blog via pinterest. I’m a michigan girl now living in LA.. Your spaces are so inspiring – you are a magician.
August 3rd, 2014 at 5:27 pm
Hi Corrine,
We are an authorized distributer of AAW Doors. You may find this door at http://www.doornmore.com
Thanks
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August 7th, 2014 at 2:39 pm
Sarah – love love love the mirror! Have a similar space I’m trying to find a mirror for and custom making one is such a brilliant idea! Would love to get further detail on the size of yours if you have time. Is each side 12″ or is it 48″ tall by 48″ wide? Thank you, love what you’re doing!
August 7th, 2014 at 2:46 pm
Hi Allie, Thank you! It is 48″ x 48″ overall. (Each side measures about 18.5″)
August 7th, 2014 at 5:02 pm
LOVE this!! What kind of plant is this? I also LOVE LOVE LOVE the planter it’s in!
August 10th, 2014 at 2:37 pm
Perfect entry!, looks amazing! Can you please share how the mirror is hung?
August 13th, 2014 at 7:56 am
Hey Sarah. Did you sand your door or just put the stain right on the door? We are getting ready to staid a door we have and I’m nervous. Thank you so much!
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August 14th, 2014 at 12:10 pm
This is so lovely! Just noticed our organic pillows below the console too — they look great in this beautiful home! Thanks for sharing Little Korboose with your readers!
August 14th, 2014 at 2:49 pm
Sarah – thank you, we have the same console from cb2 and have been wondering what to put over it and I think something that size is perfect.! So smart to get sometime to make exactly what you want custom. I’m in Venice (which I think is where you are) – is there someone you used that you would recommend to do custom mirror work?
August 15th, 2014 at 12:02 am
Hey Sarah!!
Love this so much! Can i ask where the white pot is from?? I didn’t see it in the sources :)
Thanks!!
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August 17th, 2014 at 7:22 am
Oh yes! I forgot to list. The pot is from Home Depot. I spray painted it white. The plant is a rubber plant. X
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August 28th, 2014 at 11:57 am
I found this door online here: http://www.doors4home.com/p-3725-rubi-slimlite-1.aspx
Great price for a modern Mahogany entry door!!
August 28th, 2014 at 3:35 pm
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August 29th, 2014 at 2:12 pm
Thanks Adi!
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January 23rd, 2015 at 9:19 am
This is gorgeous Sarah, so in love with the mirror and brass bowl. Had been looking at that console for a while now too. Just crazy money to ship that to Ibiza! Oh well, happy admiring it in your space at least :)
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February 3rd, 2015 at 3:58 pm
Sarah, you did a wonderful job. Clean, simple and elegant!
FYI: I found the front door here in case someone is looking where to buy it: http://www.doors4home.com/p-3725-rubi-slimlite-1.aspx
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