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Mud room
Mud room
Bryan Assoc. Inc. ArchitectsBryan Assoc. Inc. Architects
This built-in cubbie gives the kids a place to hang their coats and store their hats and gloves. Note the operable doggie door below the tilt turn window.
Ridgerunner Dr.
Ridgerunner Dr.
Living with LoloLiving with Lolo
Interior design scottsdale
Photo of a beach style boot room with purple walls and multi-coloured floors.
Beautiful Whole House Remodel - Glen Ellyn, IL
Beautiful Whole House Remodel - Glen Ellyn, IL
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   The Klimala’s and their three kids are no strangers to moving, this being their fifth house in the same town over the 20-year period they have lived there. “It must be the 7-year itch, because every seven years, we seem to find ourselves antsy for a new project or a new environment. I think part of it is being a designer, I see my own taste evolve and I want my environment to reflect that. Having easy access to wonderful tradesmen and a knowledge of the process makes it that much easier”. This time, Klimala’s fell in love with a somewhat unlikely candidate. The 1950’s ranch turned cape cod was a bit of a mutt, but it’s location 5 minutes from their design studio and backing up to the high school where their kids can roll out of bed and walk to school, coupled with the charm of its location on a private road and lush landscaping made it an appealing choice for them. “The bones of the house were really charming. It was typical 1,500 square foot ranch that at some point someone added a second floor to. Its sloped roofline and dormered bedrooms gave it some charm.” With the help of architect Maureen McHugh, Klimala’s gutted and reworked the layout to make the house work for them. An open concept kitchen and dining room allows for more frequent casual family dinners and dinner parties that linger. A dingy 3-season room off the back of the original house was insulated, given a vaulted ceiling with skylights and now opens up to the kitchen. This room now houses an 8’ raw edge white oak dining table and functions as an informal dining room. “One of the challenges with these mid-century homes is the 8’ ceilings. I had to have at least one room that had a higher ceiling so that’s how we did it” states Klimala. The kitchen features a 10’ island which houses a 5’0” Galley Sink. The Galley features two faucets, and double tiered rail system to which accessories such as cutting boards and stainless steel bowls can be added for ease of cooking. Across from the large sink is an induction cooktop. “My two teen daughters and I enjoy cooking, and the Galley and induction cooktop make it so easy.” A wall of tall cabinets features a full size refrigerator, freezer, double oven and built in coffeemaker. The area on the opposite end of the kitchen features a pantry with mirrored glass doors and a beverage center below. The rest of the first floor features an entry way, a living room with views to the front yard’s lush landscaping, a family room where the family hangs out to watch TV, a back entry from the garage with a laundry room and mudroom area, one of the home’s four bedrooms and a full bath. There is a double sided fireplace between the family room and living room. The home features pops of color from the living room’s peach grass cloth to purple painted wall in the family room. “I’m definitely a traditionalist at heart but because of the home’s Midcentury roots, I wanted to incorporate some of those elements into the furniture, lighting and accessories which also ended up being really fun. We are not formal people so I wanted a house that my kids would enjoy, have their friends over and feel comfortable.” The second floor houses the master bedroom suite, two of the kids’ bedrooms and a back room nicknamed “the library” because it has turned into a quiet get away area where the girls can study or take a break from the rest of the family. The area was originally unfinished attic, and because the home was short on closet space, this Jack and Jill area off the girls’ bedrooms houses two large walk-in closets and a small sitting area with a makeup vanity. “The girls really wanted to keep the exposed brick of the fireplace that runs up the through the space, so that’s what we did, and I think they feel like they are in their own little loft space in the city when they are up there” says Klimala. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Carlos Vergara For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com
Hollywood Regency Residence
Hollywood Regency Residence
Inspired InteriorsInspired Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional boot room in Chicago with purple walls and light hardwood flooring.
Shore Drive
Shore Drive
LaBonte ConstructionLaBonte Construction
Design ideas for a medium sized classic boot room in Milwaukee with purple walls, medium hardwood flooring, wallpapered walls and brown floors.
New Construction South St Residence (Needham, MA)
New Construction South St Residence (Needham, MA)
Federow DevelopmentFederow Development
This large mudroom neatly conceals all of this family's gear with the large custom built-in lockers/cabinets. The bench provides seating with open storage above and below. The wall color is Misty Memories by Benjamin Moore and the grey/blue tile hides dirt in this busy entryway.
Golden Way Los Altos
Golden Way Los Altos
Changras & Frey Construction Inc.Changras & Frey Construction Inc.
This mudroom was tight on space. The open shelves made room for two rows of storage baskets. The coat hooks and name tags gave a place to hang coats and backpacks. Photo by Teresa Giovanzana Photography
Modern Farmhouse Custom Home | Salt Lake City Home Builder
Modern Farmhouse Custom Home | Salt Lake City Home Builder
UserUser
The interior back entry hallway is a mudroom space featuring plenty of storage with cubbies, cabinets, and hooks, as well as a sink, and procelain tile to weather all seasons and traffic.
Hollywood Hills Organic Contemporary
Hollywood Hills Organic Contemporary
Vanessa Schreiber, Inc.Vanessa Schreiber, Inc.
A blend of rustic, ethic and contemporary pieces infused to give warmth, geometry, dimension and comfort. The doors welcome you as you enter sitting on a patina floating shoe storage unit. The living room boasts custom pillows and a custom coffee table to provide warmth and detail. The guest room compliments the ethnic flair resulting in a warm contemporary home.
Oakville Addition #2
Oakville Addition #2
Kingsgate Construction Ltd.Kingsgate Construction Ltd.
Medium sized traditional boot room in Toronto with purple walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
New Craftsman Home- Long
New Craftsman Home- Long
Owen Homes LLCOwen Homes LLC
This is an example of a large traditional boot room in Kansas City with purple walls and ceramic flooring.
contemporary home
contemporary home
Ino GetiashviliIno Getiashvili
This is an example of a contemporary boot room in Other with purple walls.
L100 White Entry Closet with Pull out Baskets
L100 White Entry Closet with Pull out Baskets
Annelies Morsink-STIL DesignAnnelies Morsink-STIL Design
Design ideas for a small contemporary boot room in Montreal with purple walls, limestone flooring, a single front door, a black front door and grey floors.
Appartamento M&V
Appartamento M&V
b5 art Arch Studiob5 art Arch Studio
Parrete divisoria tra ingresso e cucina a giorno separata corredata di scaffali in alluminio e porta di accesso ad anta scorrevole vetrata. . Pareti a contrasto Mobili contenitori aggregati e sospesi ai montanti della vetrata. Pavimenti in resina cementizia nel living e in "cementine" Bisazza decorate da Paola Navone. Palette colori: viola melanzana, grigio cemento, verde menta, alluminio, grigio zinco
Spaces
Spaces
Ellen McInnes Price - Ethan Allen, Rockville, MDEllen McInnes Price - Ethan Allen, Rockville, MD
Design ideas for a large traditional boot room in DC Metro with purple walls and porcelain flooring.
Delightful Wallingford Basement
Delightful Wallingford Basement
Model RemodelModel Remodel
© Cindy Apple Photography
Design ideas for a traditional boot room in Seattle with purple walls.
Dancing Waters in Woodbury
Dancing Waters in Woodbury
Hyounsoo Lathrop/Coldwell Banker BurnetHyounsoo Lathrop/Coldwell Banker Burnet
Design ideas for a traditional boot room in Minneapolis with purple walls.
New Construction South St Residence (Needham, MA)
New Construction South St Residence (Needham, MA)
Federow DevelopmentFederow Development
This large mudroom neatly conceals all of this family's gear with the large custom built-in lockers/cabinets. The bench provides seating with open storage above and below. The wall color is Misty Memories by Benjamin Moore and the grey/blue tile hides dirt in this busy entryway. The Capital Lighting Ellis Pendent Light in Antique Silver completes the look.
34 Amanda Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
34 Amanda Road, Sudbury, MA 01776
Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.
Large classic boot room in Boston with purple walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Laundry/Mudroom After Photo
Laundry/Mudroom After Photo
North Star RemodelingNorth Star Remodeling
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Minneapolis with purple walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.

Boot Room with Purple Walls 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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