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Black Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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1 Ulcoats Lane
1 Ulcoats Lane
Real Property Photography Auckland CentralReal Property Photography Auckland Central
Photo of a nautical hallway in Auckland with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors and a feature wall.
Millbrook Resort
Millbrook Resort
HARO Flooring New ZealandHARO Flooring New Zealand
Area: 193m2 Location: Millbrook, Arrowtown Product: Plank 1-Strip 4V Oak Puro Snow Markant brushed Photo Credits: Niels Koervers
Inspiration for a large modern hallway in Other with black walls, light hardwood flooring, a black front door and beige floors.
Bungalow Renovation, Cambridge
Bungalow Renovation, Cambridge
Juliet Coleman Interior DesignJuliet Coleman Interior Design
Lou Kibby - photographer
Photo of a medium sized front door in Hamilton with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Palmolive Building Residence
Palmolive Building Residence
Kadlec Architecture + DesignKadlec Architecture + Design
Having successfully designed the then bachelor’s penthouse residence at the Waldorf Astoria, Kadlec Architecture + Design was retained to combine 2 units into a full floor residence in the historic Palmolive building in Chicago. The couple was recently married and have five older kids between them all in their 20s. She has 2 girls and he has 3 boys (Think Brady bunch). Nate Berkus and Associates was the interior design firm, who is based in Chicago as well, so it was a fun collaborative process. Details: -Brass inlay in natural oak herringbone floors running the length of the hallway, which joins in the rotunda. -Bronze metal and glass doors bring natural light into the interior of the residence and main hallway as well as highlight dramatic city and lake views. -Billiards room is paneled in walnut with navy suede walls. The bar countertop is zinc. -Kitchen is black lacquered with grass cloth walls and has two inset vintage brass vitrines. -High gloss lacquered office -Lots of vintage/antique lighting from Paris flea market (dining room fixture, over-scaled sconces in entry) -World class art collection Photography: Tony Soluri, Interior Design: Nate Berkus Interiors and Sasha Adler Design
Edinburgh Apartment -Stockbridge
Edinburgh Apartment -Stockbridge
John Wilson DesignJohn Wilson Design
Douglas Gibb
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Edinburgh with black walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a yellow front door and beige floors.
Residenza - Roma, Garbatella
Residenza - Roma, Garbatella
Patrizia BuratoPatrizia Burato
L'ingresso si restringe trasformandosi in un corridoio interamente nero, sia nelle pareti che nel soffitto. Da esso, la vista si apre su soggiorno e cucina. | Foto di Filippo Vinardi |
The Stone Manor Parade of Homes 2020
The Stone Manor Parade of Homes 2020
The Cabinet GalleryThe Cabinet Gallery
This is an example of a traditional boot room in Salt Lake City with light hardwood flooring.
Studio parisien - Trocadéro / Paris 16ème
Studio parisien - Trocadéro / Paris 16ème
E.G Home ConceptE.G Home Concept
Une entrée au style marqué dans une ambiance tropicale
Photo of a small modern hallway in Paris with green walls, light hardwood flooring and wallpapered walls.
Les Courbes | Un achat sur plans à décorer - Colombes
Les Courbes | Un achat sur plans à décorer - Colombes
INSPIRATIONS EN PULPEINSPIRATIONS EN PULPE
Une entrée tout en constrate blanc / bleu marine. Le trio de miroirs en gouttes permet de dynamiser le mur et apporte un peu de rondeurs.
Small contemporary hallway in Other with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
The Savanna
The Savanna
Nathan Homes LLCNathan Homes LLC
Modern boot room in Omaha with light hardwood flooring.
Entryway Lighting
Entryway Lighting
Elume Distinctive LightingElume Distinctive Lighting
Medium sized contemporary foyer in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Apartment in the Sky
Apartment in the Sky
Taylor & Taylor, Inc.Taylor & Taylor, Inc.
The entry foyer has a dramatic feel – vibrant, orange three dimensional wall art sits above a vermillion console table, with a soft blue vase resting atop. The light wood floors and entry doors lighten the space.
Chicago industrial loft foyer with bike
Chicago industrial loft foyer with bike
Design Inside - ChicagoDesign Inside - Chicago
The foyer of this Chicago loft was designed to be pleasing to the eye as well as functional. Large floor mirrors help draw light into the back portion of the space.
Airbnb Art Déco Contemporain, Le Havre
Airbnb Art Déco Contemporain, Le Havre
Louis-Romain Quibel LorinLouis-Romain Quibel Lorin
This is an example of a small contemporary hallway in Le Havre with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Craftsman Style Whole House Remodel
Craftsman Style Whole House Remodel
TriplePoint Design BuildTriplePoint Design Build
Medium sized classic front door in Tampa with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Appartement à Courbevoie
Appartement à Courbevoie
Annabelle Marteau / AMIAnnabelle Marteau / AMI
Meuble d'entrée cache-radiateur et intégrant le tableau électrique. Le rappel du papier peint Hicks dans le fond du meuble fait écho au mur en face.
Photo of a medium sized bohemian foyer in Paris with black walls, light hardwood flooring and a double front door.
Stevens Addition
Stevens Addition
Architecture for EveryoneArchitecture for Everyone
Main access to existing house passing by the addition. Photo by Coral von Zumwalt
Small scandi front door in Seattle with light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, white walls and a vaulted ceiling.
Kensington
Kensington
Miller Landscape ArchitectureMiller Landscape Architecture
Adrienne Link Newton
Photo of a medium sized midcentury front door in San Francisco with light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a red front door.
Society Hill, Philadelphia: Whole House Renovation
Society Hill, Philadelphia: Whole House Renovation
Buckminster Green LLCBuckminster Green LLC
photo: Andrea Cipriani Mecchi design: Michele Plachter
Design ideas for a classic boot room in Philadelphia with white walls, light hardwood flooring, brown floors and a dado rail.
Modern Loft Bungalow Entry
Modern Loft Bungalow Entry
John McClain DesignJohn McClain Design
A large, gold textured wall mirror allows for the natural light to bounce off and create a brighter space while at the same time providing great functionality for when you need to check yourself before heading out the door. The small console and table lamp are perfect for this space by creating a warm ambiance that is inviting to all who enter the home. Photo: Zeke Ruelas

Black Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

The entrance of your home is a critical area to design well because as we all know, first impressions count. As the first thing that visitors will see when they arrive, your entrance is your opportunity to offer guests a warm welcome while introducing the personality of your home. Equally important, it welcomes you home every day, so make it somewhere that you’re glad to come home to. The entrance to your home begins the moment you get to the front door, so make sure both inside and out get the attention of your decorator’s touch. Make your foyer the best possible introduction to the rest of the house, and if you wish, you can have a bit of fun with the doorway; paint, tiles, door handles and lighting are all ways to make front doors a statement – a dramatic entrance, if you will.

What front doors can I choose from?

Your first decision when updating front doors is what type of external doors you want to use, taking into account style, security and accessibility. Investing in a high quality front door is always worthwhile – this is a purchase where a little extra money goes a long way. Hardwood exterior doors remain the most popular choice of front door; as well as being the most economical, timber also opens the door to an endless selection of paint, hardware and embellishment. However, natural wood doors do have their downsides – prone to warping, they require more upkeep and may require replacing if not adequately cared for. Whether you opt for solid oak external doors or an oak veneer option, wooden doors are a match made in heaven for period architecture – it’s hard to imagine a Georgian house without a solid, six-panel door, or a Victorian home sans its gleaming hardware and stained glass panes. If you prefer non-wooden exterior doors, the alternatives are UPVC doors, GRP doors (collectively known as composite doors) and steel doors. UPVC front doors are often the most inexpensive alternative to timber and offer added insulation benefits; because the material itself can be a comparatively insubstantial, UPVC external doors are built into steel door frames for added reinforcement. GRP (glass-reinforced plastic, or fibreglass to you and me) doors offer the same properties, with a woodgrain effect that can provide a happy medium for lovers of timber. Steel doors are less widely used in the UK than the US, and make great contemporary front doors thanks to their sleek, modern appearance.

How do I decorate my doorway?

Renovating or replacing your front doors is one of the quickest ways to give your home a makeover, and affords the perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour to the front of your home. To improve your front door’s kerb appeal you can flank the doorway with decorative trees or flowering plants in attractive planters and “dress” the door with shiny hardware. Door knockers and door knobs can be more than functional with a range of styles and materials available to add some personality to exterior doors. A traditional brass door knocker can be the perfect complement to a solid oak doorway painted in a rich shade of green or blue, whilst contemporary chrome door hardware will look perfect against a white or eggshell door. If you are looking for an elegant front door option, opt for a hardwood door with built in obscured glass panels to let light into your hallway. If you would rather avoid a glass paned front door for security reasons then smaller decorative glass panels can also be inserted into the surround or door frame. You can choose stained glass panes for decorative effect, patterned or textured glass will allow light in but protect your privacy or get your home name or number etched into a glass pane for a practical but personal touch.

How should I light my front entrance?

The warm glow from a doorway is one of the most welcoming sights that can greet us when we arrive home. An entrance light is of practical importance – we have all spent time fumbling for our house keys in the dark – but it also offers an opportunity to add warmth and character to front doors and entrances. A wall mounted lantern is a charming traditional choice, or for bright, directed illumination opt for a security spotlight. There are a whole variety of switching options available – you can choose a motion sensor light that switches on right when you need it most, a timer light that will offer illumination on a fixed schedule or a switched outdoor light. Pointing light upward is a good way to avoid harsh glare, or choose recessed lighting if you prefer not to have a hanging light in front of your external doors. An entrance is also a great place to display lighting as a decorative feature – choose a table lamp that echoes the lines and colours of the hall beyond it.

What furniture and storage do I need in my entryway?

It’s important to keep the entrance to your home as open and clutter free as possible, so selecting a few practical items that will help with storage and offer a warm welcome is the best approach for this area. Coat stands, umbrella holders and shoe racks are practical foyer additions that will keep the area tidy. For the knick knacks and paraphernalia that so often accumulate by front doors, sideboards or console tables are helpful and opting for a something with a drawer is a clever trick to ensure these things can be stowed out of sight. If you have the space, an armchair, occasional chair or hallway bench will prove useful for perching on when removing shoes and definitely consider multi-functional furniture such as a storage bench for shoes. A wall mounted shoe cabinet is a must have for a tighter space, getting shoes off the floor and neatly stowed away.

How do I decorate my foyer?

Particularly in the entrance to the home, colour can be a wonderful tool to set the tone of the house. Neutral palettes can create a serene atmosphere appropriate for greeting guests; alternatively, you might find yourself being a little bit more adventurous by choosing a whimsical wallpaper or a bold wall colour that could look overwhelming anywhere else in the house. In either case, the foyer can be blended seamlessly into the home with details that connect it to adjoining rooms. Even if your entrance is not self-contained, instead with exterior doors that open straight into the house, visual tricks make it possible to create the illusion of an entryway by defining the space as such. Changes in flooring, a well-placed rug, a screen or curtain, or even furniture such as a console table or coat rack, can be used to delineate the space and distinguish the entrance from the rest of the hallway. Decorating walls and furniture with photographs or artwork is a simple way of bringing your personality into the foyer and plants, lamps, candles, vases and ornaments can be displayed on windowsills, tables or shelves. As a final thoughtful touch, mirrors placed next to front doors are a practical choice for those last minute appearance checks, as long as it’s not directly opposite the doorway, which could back-light the user – decidedly not helpful!
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