Designers often suggest that people decorate their homes around their passions, and Ryan Gosling and Eva Mendes took this directive literally. Though most people tuck bikes away in a garage or shed, the acting power couple hangs theirs proudly from the wall in the hallway that serves as the entry to their home.
We spotted the couple’s innovative entryway idea in a recent Instagram post from Eva, where she walks through the hallway past two bright yellow bikes hanging from the ceiling. Rather than simply storage, they serve as an extension of the cozy decor that characterizes this part of the home. Eva continues onto a wooden piano, a collection of hearty houseplants, and a pretty gallery wall against the white walls.
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Recreate Eva and Ryan’s Entryway at Home
Strong and Versatile
These sleek hangers are perfect for angling your bike across the wall like we see in Ryan and Eva’s home.
On-Trend Scallops
If you are planning to recreate the look of Eva and Ryan’s gallery wall, you will want a range of pretty frames. These ceramic ones are the pinnacle of modern style.
Pretty Seagrass Pot
Eva uses a pothos to elevate her entryway, and considering it’s one of the easiest houseplants to keep alive, you should too.
Inlaid Detail
I can’t think of any chicer decor than an antique piano. Ryan and Eva use a wooden one like this to add a sense of history to their space.
Bright Colors
Even if you don’t have an actual yellow bike to adorn your space, the bike has long been a stylish motif loved by experts for conveying an enchanting sense of worldliness. This painting is perfect for capturing the same feel.
Easy-to-Care-For
Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling have positioned a snake plant in the corner of their space, and since they’re so easy to care for, this is a great option for greenery that won’t consume your life. I like that they have several different colors of greenery as well.
People across social media are referring to the shift towards lived-in interiors like Ryan and Eva’s as the ‘Real Home trend’ where imperfection becomes the secret ingredient for stylish interiors. Furniture expert Josh Branigan explains: ‘The real home trend is about embracing how people actually live. Homes should feel warm, personal, and comfortable, not overly styled or untouchable. The key is intention. When items are chosen and placed thoughtfully, a space can feel lived-in without ever feeling disorganized.’
An entryway where a stylish bike acts as decor, similar to in Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling’s home
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Rather than leaving every single thing out, this trend is about letting everyday idems be visible, but curated. By choosing just two colorful bikes on elegant stands, Eva and Ryan showcase their passions without making their entryway a mess. It’s a trick to making your entryway look nicer, while still feeling lived in.
To recreate the look, Josh advises: ‘Real homes show signs of life, whether that’s books, throws or everyday ceramics. Instead of hiding everything away, choose a few well-used items to keep on display. A stack of books on a coffee table or a favourite mug on open shelving adds character without creating visual noise. Limiting the number of items on show is essential. By grouping similar objects or rotating displays occasionally, spaces feel personal but never overwhelming.’
Whether it’s a bicycle rack, a guitar, or some other celebration of self, the ‘Real Home’ trend permits us to display our most beloved everyday objects as art. If you enjoy our celebrity news and interior design advice, why not sign up to our newsletter so you never miss the latest features.
