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Project 604
Project 604
HoneyBee DesignzHoneyBee Designz
Shelby Halberg Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Miami with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a glass front door, white floors and a feature wall.
Matching Brick with Bluestone
Matching Brick with Bluestone
Peninsula Building MaterialsPeninsula Building Materials
A Traditional Blue Stone walkway in a Running Bond pattern is edged with a multi colored brick placed in a Soldier Coarse style. This timeless blend of materials continues up to the front entry separated only by the repetition of the same brick used on the steps.
Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
Pearson Design GroupPearson Design Group
Expansive contemporary entrance in Other.
Elizabeth II
Elizabeth II
Bates Masi Architects LLCBates Masi Architects LLC
Bates Masi + Architects
Medium sized front door in New York with a glass front door.
262 North Zinns Mill Road
262 North Zinns Mill Road
Garman Builders Inc.Garman Builders Inc.
The entryway in the Ariel model at 262 North Zinns Mill Road in The Estates at Zinns Mill in Lebanon, PA. 2015 Parade of Homes award winner! Photo Credit: Justin Tearney
Wander
Wander
Millcreek Cabinet and DesignMillcreek Cabinet and Design
Millcreek Cabinet and Design constructed only the cabinetry. We do not have other information regarding the other finishes such as flooring, wall color, and counters; they were selected by the designer or homeowner.
This Old House, Charlestown Greek Rival Row House
This Old House, Charlestown Greek Rival Row House
Kathy Marshall DesignKathy Marshall Design
Lovely front entrance with delft blue paint and brass accents. Front doors should say welcome and thank you for visiting, I think this does just that!
Southern California Contemporary Home
Southern California Contemporary Home
Treasures Interior Design Inc.Treasures Interior Design Inc.
Annika Lundvall
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Los Angeles with a pivot front door and a dark wood front door.
Morris Custom - Gig Harbor
Morris Custom - Gig Harbor
Stefanie Brooks Interior DesignStefanie Brooks Interior Design
Dane Meyer Photography
Inspiration for a bohemian entrance in Seattle.
Entry
Entry
THINK Architecture, Inc.THINK Architecture, Inc.
Rustic front door in Salt Lake City with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Royal Palm
Royal Palm
ibi designsibi designs
Ed Butera, ibi Designs
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean vestibule in Miami.
Southlake
Southlake
JAUREGUI Architecture Interiors ConstructionJAUREGUI Architecture Interiors Construction
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in Austin with a double front door.
Kona Residence
Kona Residence
Shigetomi Pratt Architects, Inc.Shigetomi Pratt Architects, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized world-inspired front door in Hawaii with a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Covered Entry Porch
Covered Entry Porch
Whitten ArchitectsWhitten Architects
photography by Trent Bell
Inspiration for a traditional entrance in Boston.
Encinitas Residence Remodel - Entry
Encinitas Residence Remodel - Entry
atelier KSatelier KS
The new entry is wrapped in wood for an inviting feeling.
Inspiration for a modern front door in San Diego with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Laundry Room
Laundry Room
Andria Fromm InteriorsAndria Fromm Interiors
Ruby and Peach Photography
Photo of a traditional entrance in Nashville.
W Family Home, Entry
W Family Home, Entry
Laura of PembrokeLaura of Pembroke
Laura of Pembroke, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic foyer in Cleveland with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and brown floors.
Portico
Portico
Plum ProExteriorsPlum ProExteriors
Embrace timeless charm with our gable-fronted portico, an inviting entrance that marries classic design and modern finesse.
Design ideas for an entrance in Boston.
Single story modern house design
Single story modern house design
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Contemporary entrance in New Orleans.
House 206
House 206
Ryan Group ArchitectsRyan Group Architects
Driveway to Front Entry Pavilion. Built by Crestwood Construction. Photo by Jeff Freeman.
This is an example of a medium sized modern entrance in Sacramento with white walls, granite flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and black floors.

Blue Entrance 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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