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Country Entrance with Limestone Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Farmhouse Views
Farmhouse Views
Artisans of DevizesArtisans of Devizes
This Jersey farmhouse, with sea views and rolling landscapes has been lovingly extended and renovated by Todhunter Earle who wanted to retain the character and atmosphere of the original building. The result is full of charm and features Randolph Limestone with bespoke elements. Photographer: Ray Main
Angel Bay - Lake Travis
Angel Bay - Lake Travis
AE InteriorsAE Interiors
Expansive farmhouse hallway in Austin with white walls, limestone flooring, a double front door, a black front door and beige floors.
Coat Hanging in Boot Room for a Gloucestershire House
Coat Hanging in Boot Room for a Gloucestershire House
ArtichokeArtichoke
A country house boot room designed to complement a Flemish inspired bespoke kitchen in the same property. The doors and drawers were set back within the frame to add detail, and the sink was carved from basalt. Primary materials: Hand painted tulipwood, Italian basalt, lost wax cast ironmongery.
Farmhouse Addition
Farmhouse Addition
Wyant ArchitectureWyant Architecture
The addition acts as a threshold from a new entry to the expansive site beyond. Glass becomes the connector between old and new, top and bottom, copper and stone. Reclaimed wood treads are used in a minimally detailed open stair connecting living spaces to a new hall and bedrooms above. Photography: Jeffrey Totaro
Mud Room
Mud Room
Haver & Skolnick LLC ArchitectsHaver & Skolnick LLC Architects
Built-in "cubbies" for each member of the family keep the Mud Room organized. The floor is paved with antique French limestone. Robert Benson Photography
Acorn Cottage
Acorn Cottage
Susan Anthony InteriorsSusan Anthony Interiors
photo by Ellen McDermott
Medium sized country foyer in New York with green walls, limestone flooring and a single front door.
Palos Verdes Transitional
Palos Verdes Transitional
robertcabrerarobertcabrera
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse front door in Los Angeles with a single front door, a black front door, white walls and limestone flooring.
Enchantress Cottage
Enchantress Cottage
Holly Christian | PLUCKED + STUFF LTDHolly Christian | PLUCKED + STUFF LTD
Entrance Vestibule
Photo of a large country boot room in Kent with white walls, limestone flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Project 1312
Project 1312
Verity & Beverley LtdVerity & Beverley Ltd
Inspiration for a country entrance in Gloucestershire with beige walls, limestone flooring, a double front door, a metal front door and beige floors.
17th Century Thatched Cottage
17th Century Thatched Cottage
UserUser
This pretty entrance area was created to connect the old and new parts of the cottage. The glass and oak staircase gives a light and airy feel, which can be unusual in a traditional thatched cottage. The exposed brick and natural limestone connect outdoor and indoor spaces, and the farrow and ball lime white on the walls softens the space.
Sarah's House - Farmhouse
Sarah's House - Farmhouse
BLDG Workshop Inc.BLDG Workshop Inc.
BLDG Workshop was enlisted to support the interior design team with drawings and details such as the proportions, doors, clearances, etc... of the closets in this mudroom. Interior design by Sarah Richardson Design.
Findlay Farmhouse
Findlay Farmhouse
Jamee Parish Architects, LLCJamee Parish Architects, LLC
This is the main entryway into the house which connects the main house to the garage and mudroom.
Medium sized farmhouse foyer in Columbus with white walls, limestone flooring, a double front door, a black front door, grey floors and exposed beams.
Country Luxe
Country Luxe
April Hamilton Interiors LLPApril Hamilton Interiors LLP
Only the principle designers & founder of April Hamilton favourite photographer, could fill the space in the entrance hall echoing the stunning countryside surrounding this property.
Una casa senza tempo
Una casa senza tempo
ELENA VIDA ARCHITETTOELENA VIDA ARCHITETTO
ph. Aurora di Girolamo
Large rural foyer in Milan with yellow walls, limestone flooring, a double front door, a green front door and grey floors.
Sims Hilditch, Cotswold Manor House
Sims Hilditch, Cotswold Manor House
Sims HilditchSims Hilditch
Polly Eltes
This is an example of a large rural entrance in Gloucestershire with purple walls and limestone flooring.
Dogrun Ranch
Dogrun Ranch
Furman + Keil ArchitectsFurman + Keil Architects
Casey Dunn
Inspiration for a country entrance in Austin with limestone flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
The Farmhouse
The Farmhouse
George and James Architects LtdGeorge and James Architects Ltd
The open porch on the front door.
This is an example of a large rural porch in Sussex with limestone flooring, a single front door, a white front door, white floors and a wood ceiling.
North Tustin - Addition and Remodel
North Tustin - Addition and Remodel
Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.Pacific Coast Builders, Inc.
This charming, yet functional entry has custom, mudroom style cabinets, shiplap accent wall with chevron pattern, dark bronze cabinet pulls and coat hooks. Photo by Molly Rose Photography
Farmhouse Entry
Farmhouse Entry
This is an example of a large rural foyer in Portland with limestone flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, brown floors, white walls and feature lighting.
Boot Room, Cheshire
Boot Room, Cheshire
ArtichokeArtichoke
Emma Lewis
Photo of a medium sized country boot room in Cheshire with limestone flooring, multi-coloured walls, a white front door and grey floors.

Country Entrance with Limestone 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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 country 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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