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Brown Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Rénovation complète d'un rez-de-chaussée de pavillon - Peroy-Les-Gombries
Rénovation complète d'un rez-de-chaussée de pavillon - Peroy-Les-Gombries
ATMOSPHÈRES DESIGN STUDIOATMOSPHÈRES DESIGN STUDIO
Inspiration for a small contemporary foyer in Paris with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
New Project
New Project
Karen Linder Interior DesignsKaren Linder Interior Designs
Medium sized coastal boot room in Portland with beige walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Hill Country Craftsman
Hill Country Craftsman
Aubrey Homes, Inc.Aubrey Homes, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized classic front door in Austin with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a white front door.
Mudroom Cabinetry
Mudroom Cabinetry
NHance Wood RefinishingNHance Wood Refinishing
NHance Wood Refinishing Colorado's Cabinet and Flooring Renewal Experts | Best of Houzz 2017 Location: Grand Junction, CO 81504
Medium sized traditional boot room in Denver with grey walls and light hardwood flooring.
Rancho Santa Fe
Rancho Santa Fe
Butterbrodt Design Inc.Butterbrodt Design Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in San Diego with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a black front door.
Summit Creek Parade Home 2015
Summit Creek Parade Home 2015
Simons Design StudioSimons Design Studio
Interior Designer: Simons Design Studio Photography: Revolution Photography & Design
This is an example of a contemporary front door in Salt Lake City with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
DANTON- Aménagement d'un appartement acheté sur plan
DANTON- Aménagement d'un appartement acheté sur plan
Esprit GaïaEsprit Gaïa
Inspiration for a small scandi entrance in Paris with pink walls, light hardwood flooring and wallpapered walls.
Entrée Butte Chaumont
Entrée Butte Chaumont
ITSY BITSY TIDYITSY BITSY TIDY
Projet d'optimisation d'une entrée. Les clients souhaitaient une entrée pour ranger toutes leur affaires, que rien ne traînent. Il fallait aussi trouver une solution pour ranger les BD sans qu'ils prennent trop de place. J'ai proposé un meuble sur mesure pour pouvoir ranger toutes les affaires d'une entrée (manteau, chaussures, vide-poche,accessoires, sac de sport....) et déporter les BD sur un couloir non exploité. J'ai proposé une ambiance cocon nature avec un vert de caractère pour mettre en valeur le parquet en point de hongrie. Un fond orac decor et des éléments de décoration aux formes organiques avec des touches laitonnées. L'objectif était d'agrandir visuellement cette pièce avec un effet wahou.
Casa A&V | 140 MQ
Casa A&V | 140 MQ
L2 Architettura StudioL2 Architettura Studio
Inspiration for an expansive midcentury entrance in Rome with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Armonia tra Vecchio e Nuovo
Armonia tra Vecchio e Nuovo
LiadesignLiadesign
Liadesign
Photo of a large contemporary entrance in Milan with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and wallpapered walls.
SE構法のOS様邸！
SE構法のOS様邸！
MEIJI HOMES　自由設計・自然素材の明治ホームズMEIJI HOMES　自由設計・自然素材の明治ホームズ
Design ideas for a scandi hallway in Other with brown walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
5th Avenue Residence
5th Avenue Residence
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Apartment entry. Photo: Mikiko Kikuyama
Photo of a medium sized modern front door in New York with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Industrial Retro Kitchen
Industrial Retro Kitchen
Thompson RemodelingThompson Remodeling
The kitchen in this 1950’s home needed a complete overhaul. It was dark, outdated and inefficient. The homeowners wanted to give the space a modern feel without losing the 50’s vibe that is consistent throughout the rest of the home. The homeowner’s needs included: - Working within a fixed space, though reconfiguring or moving walls was okay - Incorporating work space for two chefs - Creating a mudroom - Maintaining the existing laundry chute - A concealed trash receptacle The new kitchen makes use of every inch of space. To maximize counter and cabinet space, we closed in a second exit door and removed a wall between the kitchen and family room. This allowed us to create two L shaped workspaces and an eat-in bar space. A new mudroom entrance was gained by capturing space from an existing closet next to the main exit door. The industrial lighting fixtures and wrought iron hardware bring a modern touch to this retro space. Inset doors on cabinets and beadboard details replicate details found throughout the rest of this 50’s era house.
A First Class Retreat - Entry
A First Class Retreat - Entry
Mitchell Channon DesignMitchell Channon Design
Winner, 2014 ASID Design Excellence Award in Residential Design. A curved black lacquered shelf provides the perfect place for a pair of scultural candlesticks. The swirling ceiling fixture above adds an intriguing organic element. Photography: Tony Soluri
Malibu Sanctuary
Malibu Sanctuary
Rejoy Interiors, Inc.Rejoy Interiors, Inc.
Organic Contemporary Foyer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Los Angeles with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a black front door, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
Gallatin Rustic Reclaimed Barn Wood Ceilings and Walls Re-model
Gallatin Rustic Reclaimed Barn Wood Ceilings and Walls Re-model
Mark Templeton Designs, LLCMark Templeton Designs, LLC
Completely renovated foyer entryway ceiling created and assembled by the team at Mark Templeton Designs, LLC using over 100 year old reclaimed wood sourced in the southeast. Light custom installed using custom reclaimed wood hardware connections. Photo by Styling Spaces Home Re-design.
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional entrance in San Diego with blue walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Shiplap ShapeUp
Shiplap ShapeUp
GLDESIGNGLDESIGN
Photo of a large coastal foyer in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors, a vaulted ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Maison Bellevue
Maison Bellevue
Atelier AimAtelier Aim
Rénovation complète d'une maison de 200m2
Inspiration for a large contemporary foyer in Paris with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Fall Parade 2017 - Edina
Fall Parade 2017 - Edina
David Charlez DesignsDavid Charlez Designs
An open floor plan shows off a great view from the foyer all the way through the dining room and into the back yard. The kitchen, great room, and dining are all one space. Photos by Space Crafting

Brown 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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