If you don’t have an entry hall, then you can create it visually. A runner will help you with that. You just need to connect your front door to the nearest door.
A runner will both add a warm look, and also feel warm under your feet. For some types of flooring it can be a good solution. Cement and tiles can make your feet feel cold. That’s why a runner in your bathroom and kitchen is a must have. In the kitchen, position it parallel to the working space and cabinets. That way, you will have enough space to move on it.
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