Instructions: For each question, choose the answer that best describes your entryway experience. Let’s see how your space is doing!

1. How does your entryway make you feel when you walk through the door?

a) I feel an immediate sense of joy and relief; it sets a positive tone for the rest of my home.
b) It’s functional, but I don’t feel a strong emotional connection to the space.
c) It often feels cluttered or disorganized and I feel overwhelmed as soon as I enter.

2. How does your entryway reflect your style and make a good first impression on guests?

a) It’s welcoming and stylish, offering a great first impression that reflects my personality.
b) It’s fairly neutral, and while presentable, it doesn’t feel particularly personal or memorable.
c) I’m embarrassed by it—it feels disorganized or uninviting, and I worry about the impression it leaves on guests so I rarely have guests over.

3. How well does your entryway accommodate guests when they arrive?

a) It’s spacious and organized, making it easy for guests to enter, take off shoes, and feel comfortable.
b) It works for the most part, but it can sometimes feel a bit cramped or cluttered.
c) It feels chaotic, leaving guests awkwardly trying to find where to put their things or how to enter smoothly.

4. How organized is your entryway in terms of storage for shoes, coats, and everyday items?

a) Everything has its place, and it’s easy to keep the space neat and organized.
b) It’s somewhat organized, but things can pile up if I’m not careful.
c) It often feels cluttered and chaotic, making it difficult to manage everyday items and creating stress as soon as I come home.

5. How well does your entryway lighting enhance the space?

a) The lighting is warm and welcoming, creating a positive atmosphere as soon as I enter.
b) It’s adequate, but not particularly inviting or mood-setting.
c) The lighting is poor or harsh, making the space feel unwelcoming and uncomfortable.

6. How does your entryway make you feel after a long day?

a) It immediately makes me feel calm and at ease, as if I’ve left the stresses of the day behind.
b) It’s a neutral space—I don’t feel much one way or the other when I come home.
c) It feels chaotic or disorganized, making it hard to unwind when I first walk in the door.

7. How does your entryway affect your ability to transition from being out in the world to being at home?

a) It creates a seamless transition, allowing me to immediately feel grounded and relaxed.
b) It serves its purpose, but doesn’t particularly help or hinder the transition.
c) It feels like a stressful area, which makes it hard for me to shift into "home mode."

8. How welcoming is your entryway for your family members?

a) It’s warm and inviting, making everyone feel happy and at ease when they come home.
b) It’s functional but not particularly welcoming or joyful.
c) It’s often messy or unorganized, causing stress or frustration when we come through the door.

9. How well does your entryway support a sense of flow and ease when moving between indoor and outdoor spaces?

a) It’s designed to support smooth transitions, making it easy to come and go without stress.
b) It functions okay, but sometimes it feels a bit cramped or awkward.
c) It’s often a bottleneck, with items piling up and making it difficult to come and go smoothly.

10. How does your entryway contribute to your overall sense of comfort at home?

a) It’s an inviting space that instantly makes me feel at peace when I walk in.
b) It’s fine, but it doesn’t add much to the sense of comfort in my home.
c) It feels disorganized or overwhelming, which detracts from the comfort of my home.

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