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Entrance with a Glass Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Reynolds Plantation Home
Reynolds Plantation Home
Norwood ArchitectsNorwood Architects
Interior Water Feature in Foyer
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Atlanta with white walls, a double front door, a glass front door and slate flooring.
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Coastal Living | Davis Island | Interior Design
Studio M Interior DesignStudio M Interior Design
Daniel Newcomb
This is an example of a world-inspired foyer in Tampa with blue walls and a glass front door.
Gladwyne, PA - Custom Home
Gladwyne, PA - Custom Home
Swerdloff Properties Inc.Swerdloff Properties Inc.
Jay Greene Photography
Inspiration for a contemporary foyer in Philadelphia with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
Custom Entry Doors
Custom Entry Doors
The Home Index Interior DesignThe Home Index Interior Design
Schmitt & Company General Contractors/Fabrication Napa Kenzo Estate Winery Tasting Room Photos by Adrian Gregorutti
Contemporary front door in San Francisco with a double front door and a glass front door.
Lake Austin Waterfront Home
Lake Austin Waterfront Home
David Manning ArchitectureDavid Manning Architecture
Trey Dunham
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front door in Austin with a single front door, a glass front door, beige walls and slate flooring.
Puritan Avenue
Puritan Avenue
DwellingsDwellings
Laura Davidson
Traditional boot room in Birmingham with a glass front door.
From Kids to Quiet
From Kids to Quiet
SV DesignSV Design
On the site of an old family summer cottage, nestled on a lake in upstate New York, rests this newly constructed year round residence. The house is designed for two, yet provides plenty of space for adult children and grandchildren to come and visit. The serenity of the lake is captured with an open floor plan, anchored by fireplaces to cozy up to. The public side of the house presents a subdued presence with a courtyard enclosed by three wings of the house. Photo Credit: David Lamb
Contem-Prairie
Contem-Prairie
Jim Kuiken DesignJim Kuiken Design
Photography by Kelly Povo
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Minneapolis with a single front door and a glass front door.
Kent House
Kent House
Gabriel Holland Interior DesignGabriel Holland Interior Design
Storme sabine
Medium sized contemporary foyer in Kent with green walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors, a glass front door and a feature wall.
Hillside Drive
Hillside Drive
Mica McOmber-Three Creeks ConstructionMica McOmber-Three Creeks Construction
Mid-Century modern Renovation front entry. Custom made frosted glass front Door made from clear Larch sourced locally. Cedar Rainscreen siding with dark brown stain. Vertical cedar accents with Sikkens finish.
Home Farm 1
Home Farm 1
Alix Bragg Interior DesignAlix Bragg Interior Design
Design ideas for a traditional entrance in Charleston with beige walls, a double front door, a glass front door and feature lighting.
Quinn | Bellevue
Quinn | Bellevue
JayMarc HomesJayMarc Homes
The Quinn's Entryway welcomes you with a touch of natural charm and modern sophistication. The focal point is the wooden 4-lite door, which adds warmth and character to the space. A mirror enhances the sense of openness and reflects the natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere. Light hardwood flooring complements the door and creates a seamless transition into the home. The black door hardware adds a contemporary flair and serves as a stylish accent. The Quinn's Entryway sets the tone for the rest of the home, combining elements of nature and modern design.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Colonial Homecrafters, Ltd.Colonial Homecrafters, Ltd.
Entry Foyer
This is an example of a medium sized country foyer in Richmond with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door, beige floors and tongue and groove walls.
Nantucket Coastal Shaker Front Door
Nantucket Coastal Shaker Front Door
Elite Design GroupElite Design Group
Photo of an expansive nautical front door in Charlotte with a single front door and a glass front door.
In the Heart of Brentwood
In the Heart of Brentwood
Castle HomesCastle Homes
Reed Brown Photography
Traditional foyer in Nashville with a single front door, grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and a glass front door.
Spanish Colonial Whole House Renovation
Spanish Colonial Whole House Renovation
Allen ConstructionAllen Construction
Creating a new formal entry was one of the key elements of this project. Architect: The Warner Group. Photographer: Kelly Teich
Inspiration for a large mediterranean front door in Santa Barbara with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and red floors.
Softly & Swiftly
Softly & Swiftly
Masa Studio ArchitectsMasa Studio Architects
AMBIA Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Houston with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
Cranberry Castle Stone Entrance
Cranberry Castle Stone Entrance
Quarry MillQuarry Mill
Cranberry Castle entrance with Quarry Mill Stone
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Other with a single front door and a glass front door.
Hayes Barton 2
Hayes Barton 2
DJF Builders IncDJF Builders Inc
Design ideas for a traditional boot room in Raleigh with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Park Slope Reno
Park Slope Reno
Elite Tech USA Inc RenovationsElite Tech USA Inc Renovations
Large scandi boot room in New York with white walls, a glass front door, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and brown floors.

Entrance with a Glass 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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