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Entrance with Brown Walls and Ceramic Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Andersen Windows & Doors
Andersen Windows & Doors
Millard Lumber Inc.Millard Lumber Inc.
Medium sized classic front door in Omaha with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
和モダンのエクステリア！
和モダンのエクステリア！
株式会社MFL株式会社MFL
ポストの正面もお洒落に！
This is an example of a medium sized modern front door in Tokyo with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a sliding front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.
Greene
Greene
Stonehearth RemodelingStonehearth Remodeling
John Ray
Inspiration for a small classic boot room in Minneapolis with brown walls, ceramic flooring and feature lighting.
Palm Tree House
Palm Tree House
Kate Mountstephens Architecture+HeritageKate Mountstephens Architecture+Heritage
The original front verandah of the old house features a cane swinging seat
Classic entrance in Sydney with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
Contemporary Country Living
Contemporary Country Living
Quality Construction ServicesQuality Construction Services
This home was built Eco friendly from the foundation to the paint and trims. Special finishes were used on floors, walls, trims and cabinets. Metal wound wiring and soy based foam insulation were installed with attention to the placement and type of heat ducting used. Many other building techniques used by Quality Construction Services show the 'green consciousness' of this build.
Прихожая
Прихожая
Дизайн-бюро Татьяны АленинойДизайн-бюро Татьяны Алениной
Сергей Красюк
Photo of a medium sized contemporary entrance in Moscow with brown walls, grey floors and ceramic flooring.
Combination Doors and Gates.
Combination Doors and Gates.
Decorative Wrought IronShamrock Doors & GatesDecorative Wrought IronShamrock Doors & Gates
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary front door in Los Angeles with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and a yellow front door.
HS山荘
HS山荘
株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ株式会社エムズ・アーキテクツ
Design ideas for a modern hallway in Other with brown walls and ceramic flooring.
Entry
Entry
HQ Construction & Supplies, Inc.HQ Construction & Supplies, Inc.
Medium sized classic hallway in Other with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
Sarisand
Sarisand
Sarisand TileSarisand Tile
Design ideas for a medium sized classic entrance in Other with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
福井の家
福井の家
神家昭雄建築研究室神家昭雄建築研究室
現代ではめずらしい二間続きの和室がある住まい。 部屋のふるまいに合わせて窓の位置や大きさを決め、南庭、本庭、北庭を配している。 プレイルームではビリヤードや卓球が楽しめる。 撮影：笹倉 洋平
Design ideas for a world-inspired hallway in Other with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, black floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
Rustic Mudroom
Rustic Mudroom
DW3 Construction LLCDW3 Construction LLC
With two little boys and lots of big boys working in our office, there's a lot of mud, boots and man "stuff." That's why we created the perfect rustic mudroom that will (try to) keep all that dirt contained.
Maisons-Alfort - maison d'architecte de 200 m2
Maisons-Alfort - maison d'architecte de 200 m2
Otcho StudioOtcho Studio
Arnaud Rinuccini
Photo of a medium sized contemporary boot room in Paris with brown walls, ceramic flooring and a black front door.
Draper Manor
Draper Manor
Adan Creative DesignsAdan Creative Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Sydney with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and white floors.
New Mudroom from Enclosed Porch
New Mudroom from Enclosed Porch
Krieger + Associates Architects, Inc.Krieger + Associates Architects, Inc.
This outdoor porch was enclosed to create a "drop zone" mudroom, allowing for an intermediate space between the outdoors and the living room.
Design ideas for a large rustic boot room in Philadelphia with ceramic flooring, a single front door, grey floors, brown walls and a white front door.
Feathertop Chalet
Feathertop Chalet
Weninger Construction & Design LtdWeninger Construction & Design Ltd
A custom bootroom with fully functional storage for a family. The boot and glove dryer keeps gear dry, the cubbies and drawers keep the clutter contained. With plenty of storage, this room is build to function.
Modern Entry
Modern Entry
Design ideas for a medium sized modern front door in Miami with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Ashland I Traditional I Interior Design I Cedar Hill Residence
Ashland I Traditional I Interior Design I Cedar Hill Residence
Sarah Patrick Fine HomesSarah Patrick Fine Homes
Grand two story foyer in front entry
Classic foyer in Boston with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and beige floors.
Nobska Road
Nobska Road
INTEGRATA architecture + constructionINTEGRATA architecture + construction
Photo by © Roe Osborn Photography
Photo of a large classic front door in Boston with a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown walls and ceramic flooring.
Boca LP
Boca LP
ColorlkColorlk
All Aspects of the job including, Design, Colors, Surfaces, Furnishings. Laura Knight- Photo
Inspiration for a small contemporary foyer in Miami with brown walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door and a brown front door.

Entrance with Brown Walls and Ceramic 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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