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Entrance with a Double Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Purple Accent Design
Purple Accent Design
Freestyle InteriorsFreestyle Interiors
Medium sized contemporary front door in Miami with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
2018 Home A Rama People Choice
2018 Home A Rama People Choice
Kent Shaffer Builders, Inc.Kent Shaffer Builders, Inc.
The Home Aesthetic
Photo of an expansive farmhouse foyer in Indianapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
Willow Street
Willow Street
M House DevelopmentM House Development
Inspiration for a rural foyer in Chicago with white walls, a double front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Azure
Azure
Landmark Custom Builder & Remodeling, LLCLandmark Custom Builder & Remodeling, LLC
Large traditional foyer in Orlando with beige walls, a double front door, a dark wood front door, beige floors and limestone flooring.
Nashville | Green Hills
Nashville | Green Hills
design by Christina Perrydesign by Christina Perry
Inspiration for a large traditional foyer in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
Double glass front doors at the home's foyer provide a welcoming glimpse into the home's living room and to the beautiful view beyond. A modern bench provides style and a handy place to put on shoes, a large abstract piece of art adds personality. The compact foyer does not feel small, as it is also open to the adjacent stairwell, two hallways and the home's living area.
Franklin, TN Estate
Franklin, TN Estate
Noble Johnson ArchitectsNoble Johnson Architects
Front door/ Great Room entry - hidden doors are located on either side of the front door to conceal coat closets. Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors
TrimliteTrimlite
Lexington Exterior French Door
Photo of a medium sized classic front door in Vancouver with a double front door and a white front door.
Front Entrance
Front Entrance
Riggins Painting LLCRiggins Painting LLC
The finished doors with new fixtures. Paint work in Memphis, TN
Medium sized traditional front door in Other with beige walls, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
North Haven Contemporary Residence- LEED Certified
North Haven Contemporary Residence- LEED Certified
RICHARD KISSANE Building Contractor LTD.RICHARD KISSANE Building Contractor LTD.
This is an example of an expansive contemporary foyer in New York with white walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
Wrought Iron Doors
Wrought Iron Doors
PORTEUSAPORTEUSA
Wrought Iron Double Door - Elliptic by Porte, Color Black, Clear Glass.
This is an example of a small classic entrance in Austin with concrete flooring, a double front door, a metal front door and beige walls.
LOFT 2
LOFT 2
FABRIZIO GINI PHOTOGRAPHERFABRIZIO GINI PHOTOGRAPHER
This is an example of an industrial foyer in Milan with multi-coloured walls, concrete flooring, a double front door and a white front door.
French Chateau - Atheron
French Chateau - Atheron
Gary J Ahern, AIA - Focal Point DesignGary J Ahern, AIA - Focal Point Design
Cherie Cordellos Photography http://www.photosbycherie.net/
Custom Home by Reynolds Architecture
Custom Home by Reynolds Architecture
Reynolds Architecture- Design & ConstructionReynolds Architecture- Design & Construction
Inspiration for a classic front door in Chicago with a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Contemporary Iron Doors
Contemporary Iron Doors
SunCoast Iron DoorsSunCoast Iron Doors
Perfect for the Florida sunshine, the full-length glass on this custom wrought iron door is guaranteed to brighten up your living area.
This is an example of a large contemporary front door in Miami with a double front door and a metal front door.
Arched Front Entryway - Exterior French Doors
Arched Front Entryway - Exterior French Doors
Phirst and Lassing DoorsPhirst and Lassing Doors
New exterior French double doors with arched top is the focal point of this newly remodeled front entry. The light wood against the stone exterior really sets off the curb appeal.
Traditional Entry
Traditional Entry
This is an example of a traditional entrance in Atlanta with a double front door and a glass front door.
Traditional Entry
Traditional Entry
Inspiration for a traditional entrance in Austin with a double front door and a black front door.
Renaissance Waters
Renaissance Waters
Sun West Custom Homes LLCSun West Custom Homes LLC
501 Studios
Large mediterranean foyer in Las Vegas with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
MALIBU RESIDENCE
MALIBU RESIDENCE
MEYER ARCHITECTUREMEYER ARCHITECTURE
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front door in Los Angeles with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a blue front door.

Entrance with a Double 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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