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Entrance with a Blue Front Door and a Brown Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Bird Rock, San Diego CA
Bird Rock, San Diego CA
Doug Simon ARCHITECTUREDoug Simon ARCHITECTURE
Photo by Ed Golich
Medium sized traditional front door in San Diego with a single front door and a blue front door.
Brixton Townhouse II
Brixton Townhouse II
Indie & Co.Indie & Co.
Anna Stathaki
This is an example of a medium sized scandi hallway in London with white walls, painted wood flooring, a single front door, a blue front door and beige floors.
Gambetta - Métamorphose des années 70
Gambetta - Métamorphose des années 70
Studio CastilleStudio Castille
Small modern front door in Paris with blue walls, a blue front door and brown floors.
The Olympic Hills Home
The Olympic Hills Home
Andrea and Co. DesignAndrea and Co. Design
Inspiration for a small classic boot room in Minneapolis with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and grey floors.
Farm Style Beach House
Farm Style Beach House
Stratos FormStratos Form
This is an example of a medium sized farmhouse front door in Orange County with white walls, a stable front door and a blue front door.
Mid-Century Raised Ranch Remodel
Mid-Century Raised Ranch Remodel
The Artisans Group, Inc.The Artisans Group, Inc.
Winner of the 2018 Tour of Homes Best Remodel, this whole house re-design of a 1963 Bennet & Johnson mid-century raised ranch home is a beautiful example of the magic we can weave through the application of more sustainable modern design principles to existing spaces. We worked closely with our client on extensive updates to create a modernized MCM gem.
Maryland Remodel
Maryland Remodel
Mike ClarkMike Clark
Mike Stone Clark
Photo of a small classic front door in DC Metro with beige walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a brown front door.
Federal Colonial
Federal Colonial
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
Derived from the famous Captain Derby House of Salem, Massachusetts, this stately, Federal Style home is situated on Chebacco Lake in Hamilton, Massachusetts. This is a home of grand scale featuring ten-foot ceilings on the first floor, nine-foot ceilings on the second floor, six fireplaces, and a grand stair that is the perfect for formal occasions. Despite the grandeur, this is also a home that is built for family living. The kitchen sits at the center of the house’s flow and is surrounded by the other primary living spaces as well as a summer stair that leads directly to the children’s bedrooms. The back of the house features a two-story porch that is perfect for enjoying views of the private yard and Chebacco Lake. Custom details throughout are true to the Georgian style of the home, but retain an inviting charm that speaks to the livability of the home.
Como Gardenside
Como Gardenside
Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.Rehkamp Larson Architects, Inc.
Contractor: JS Johnson & Associates Photography: Scott Amundson
Classic boot room in Minneapolis with blue walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door and a blue front door.
Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River
Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
The mudroom, also known as the hunt room, not only serves as a space for storage but also as a potting room complete with a pantry and powder room.
Inspiration for an expansive classic boot room in Baltimore with white walls, brick flooring, a stable front door, a blue front door and a timber clad ceiling.
Deephaven Remodel
Deephaven Remodel
LORI HANDBERG / Studio M Interiors, Plymouth, MN.LORI HANDBERG / Studio M Interiors, Plymouth, MN.
This is an example of a traditional front door in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring and a blue front door.
BRONZE PIVOT DOOR
BRONZE PIVOT DOOR
RHINO STEEL DOORSRHINO STEEL DOORS
Wonderful custom front door. Manufactured with the highest quality, this pivot front door perfectly complements modern, contemporary, industrial, and transitional architectural styles and designs.
Battersea Family Home
Battersea Family Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
This lovely Victorian house in Battersea was tired and dated before we opened it up and reconfigured the layout. We added a full width extension with Crittal doors to create an open plan kitchen/diner/play area for the family, and added a handsome deVOL shaker kitchen.
Mac-a-vista lake home
Mac-a-vista lake home
ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.ShoreStone Custom Builders, Inc.
Medium sized beach style foyer in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and multi-coloured floors.
Eclectic Glam
Eclectic Glam
City Homes, LLCCity Homes, LLC
Large bohemian foyer in Minneapolis with white walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door, a brown front door and multi-coloured floors.
Mid Century Modern in Ansley
Mid Century Modern in Ansley
Copper Sky Design + RemodelCopper Sky Design + Remodel
Stained and Over-sized offset pivot door welcomes guests into this beautiful space.
Medium sized retro front door in Atlanta with white walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a brown front door and grey floors.
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The Bespoke CraftsmanThe Bespoke Craftsman
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in San Diego with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring, a blue front door and brown floors.
Pebble Beach Mediterranean Retreat
Pebble Beach Mediterranean Retreat
Ryan Rosene PhotographyRyan Rosene Photography
Mediterranean retreat perched above a golf course overlooking the ocean.
Design ideas for a large mediterranean foyer in San Francisco with beige walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door, a brown front door and beige floors.
Traditional Entry
Traditional Entry
Classic boot room in Minneapolis with beige walls, a stable front door, a brown front door, grey floors and feature lighting.
Virginia Modern Farmhouse
Virginia Modern Farmhouse
Viva Luxe Studios, LLCViva Luxe Studios, LLC
Photo Credit: Kirk Chambers
Design ideas for a farmhouse foyer in Other with white walls, a blue front door, brown floors, medium hardwood flooring and a single front door.

Entrance with a Blue Front Door and a Brown Front Door 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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