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Pawtucket Ranch
Pawtucket Ranch
Meghan Shadrick InteriorsMeghan Shadrick Interiors
Sean Litchfield
This is an example of a classic entrance in Providence with grey walls.
Fresh & Modern Interpretation of a 1915 Craftsman
Fresh & Modern Interpretation of a 1915 Craftsman
The Home Co.The Home Co.
BrightRoomSF Photography San Francisco Marcell Puzsar
Inspiration for a classic foyer in San Francisco with grey walls and slate flooring.
North Reading Mudroom/Sunroom
North Reading Mudroom/Sunroom
Molla Builders LLCMolla Builders LLC
We turned an old 3 season porch in to an airy, bright mudroom/sunroom. 3 generous size cubbies were tucked in to one corner. In another corner we installed cabinets for storage under window set. Rest of the space is good for play time, hang out, etc. Next spring the French Doors will lead out on to a new composite deck for entertaining. It will be a nice open concept from kitchen, through mud/sunroom and out to a large deck for entertaining.
Kingston House 2
Kingston House 2
COUPDEVILLECOUPDEVILLE
Architectural Photography by Simon Kennedy http://www.simonkennedy.net/
Photography for Vastu Interiors and Kingshall Estates
Photography for Vastu Interiors and Kingshall Estates
Adelina Iliev PhotographyAdelina Iliev Photography
Adelina Iliev
Contemporary foyer in London with grey walls, a single front door and a white front door.
Modern Farmhouse in Dallas, Texas
Modern Farmhouse in Dallas, Texas
DEMESNEDEMESNE
Enclosed dog run type entry to this Modern Farmhouse, with antique console and limestone floors.
Photo of a medium sized farmhouse entrance in Dallas with grey walls, a single front door, a glass front door and feature lighting.
Fairview Transitional Custom Home
Fairview Transitional Custom Home
Traci Connell InteriorsTraci Connell Interiors
This gorgeous entry is the perfect setting to the whole house. With the gray and white checkerboard flooring and wallpapered walls above the wainscoting, we love this foyer.
Hope Ranch - Santa Barbara
Hope Ranch - Santa Barbara
Two44Visual/ ChantalHasse PhotographerTwo44Visual/ ChantalHasse Photographer
Chantal Hasse
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Santa Barbara with a glass front door and grey walls.
Larchmont, NY
Larchmont, NY
Valerie Grant InteriorsValerie Grant Interiors
Peter Rymwid
This is an example of a large classic foyer in New York with medium hardwood flooring and grey walls.
Wildlife
Wildlife
Brooke Wagner DesignBrooke Wagner Design
This is an example of a traditional boot room in Orange County with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stable front door and a black front door.
Contemporary Entry
Contemporary Entry
Small contemporary foyer in San Francisco with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a red front door.
Bridgewood
Bridgewood
Thompson Custom HomesThompson Custom Homes
Photos by Steve Chenn
Photo of a medium sized traditional foyer in Houston with a dark wood front door, grey walls, brown floors, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and feature lighting.
Front Door
Front Door
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front door in Sacramento with a grey front door, grey walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and grey floors.
Contemporary Doors - Hills style
Contemporary Doors - Hills style
AppWood Custom WoodworkAppWood Custom Woodwork
Contemporary wood doors, some feature custom ironwork, custom art glass, walnut panels and Rocky Mountain Hardware
Photo of a large modern front door in Charlotte with brown walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a brown front door.
Southampton
Southampton
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Front entry to mid-century-modern renovation with green front door with glass panel, covered wood porch, wood ceilings, wood baseboards and trim, hardwood floors, large hallway with beige walls, built-in bookcase, floor to ceiling window and sliding screen doors in Berkeley hills, California
Georgetown Townhouse
Georgetown Townhouse
Zoe Feldman Design, Inc.Zoe Feldman Design, Inc.
Entry Hall. Photo credit: Ricci Shryock
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional hallway in DC Metro with a single front door, ceramic flooring and grey walls.
Entry Niche
Entry Niche
Jane EllisonJane Ellison
Entry Niche Tibetan scroll painting (gold leaf-highlighted canvas on embroidery) above repurposed Tibetan scripture chest provide a dramatic yet attractive focal point to entry area. Flowers pick up on the softer colors of the artwork. The round rug, which repeats the spherical shape of the bronze finished accent pieces on the chest and the arc of the Asian lamp, harmonizes the entire arrangement.
regenerative nest
regenerative nest
Brennan + Company ArchitectsBrennan + Company Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional entrance in DC Metro with a single front door, a red front door, grey walls, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
End of terrace home transformation in North London
End of terrace home transformation in North London
VORBILD ArchitectureVORBILD Architecture
This is an example of a small traditional front door in London with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a green front door, white floors, a coffered ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
A Hidden Gem
A Hidden Gem
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Download our free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Lakefront property in the northwest suburbs of Chicago is hard to come by, so when we were hired by this young family with exactly that, we were immediately inspired by not just the unusually large footprint of this 1950’s colonial revival but also the lovely views of the manmade lake it was sited on. The large 5-bedroom home was solidly stuck in the 1980’s, but we saw tons of potential. We started out by updating the existing staircase with a fresh coat of paint and adding new herringbone slate to the entry hall. The powder room off the entryway also got a refresh - new flooring, new cabinets and fixtures. We ran the new slate right through into this space for some consistency. A fun wallpaper and shiplap trim add a welcoming feel and set the tone for the home. Next, we tackled the kitchen. Located away from the rest of the first floor, the kitchen felt a little isolated, so we immediately began planning for how to better connect it to the rest of the first floor. We landed on removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room and designed a modified galley style space with separate cooking and clean up zones. The cooking zone consists of the refrigerator, prep sink and cooktop, along with a nice long run of prep space at the island. The cleanup side of the kitchen consists of the main sink and dishwasher. Both areas are situated so that the user can view the lake during prep work and cleanup! One of the home’s main puzzles was how to incorporate the mudroom and area in front of the patio doors at the back of the house. We already had a breakfast table area, so the space by the patio doors was a bit of a no man’s land. We decided to separate the kitchen proper from what became the new mudroom with a large set of barn doors. That way you can quickly hide any mudroom messes but have easy access to the light coming in through the patio doors as well as the outdoor grilling station. We also love the impact the barn doors add to the overall space. The homeowners’ first words to us were “it’s time to ditch the brown,” so we did! We chose a lovely blue pallet that reflects the home’s location on the lake which is also vibrant yet easy on the eye. Countertops are white quartz, and the natural oak floor works well with the other honey accents. The breakfast table was given a refresh with new chairs, chandelier and window treatments that frame the gorgeous views of the lake out the back. We coordinated the slate mudroom flooring with that used in the home’s main entrance for a consistent feel. The storage area consists of open and closed storage to allow for some clutter control as needed. Next on our “to do” list was revamping the dated brown bar area in the neighboring dining room. We eliminated the clutter by adding some closed cabinets and did some easy updates to help the space feel more current. One snag we ran into here was the discovery of a beam above the existing open shelving that had to be modified with a smaller structural beam to allow for our new design to work. This was an unexpected surprise, but in the end we think it was well worth it! We kept the colors here a bit more muted to blend with the homeowner’s existing furnishings. Open shelving and polished nickel hardware add some simple detail to the new entertainment zone which also looks out onto the lake! Next we tackled the upstairs starting with the homeowner’s son’s bath. The bath originally had both a tub shower and a separate shower, so we decided to swap out the shower for a new laundry area. This freed up some space downstairs in what used to be the mudroom/laundry room and is much more convenient for daily laundry needs. We continued the blue palette here with navy cabinetry and the navy tile in the shower. Porcelain floor tile and chrome fixtures keep maintenance to a minimum while matte black mirrors and lighting add some depth the design. A low maintenance runner adds some warmth underfoot and ties the whole space together. We added a pocket door to the bathroom to minimize interference with the door swings. The left door of the laundry closet is on a 180 degree hinge to allow for easy full access to the machines. Next we tackled the master bath which is an en suite arrangement. The original was typical of the 1980’s with the vanity outside of the bathroom, situated near the master closet. And the brown theme continued here with multiple shades of brown. Our first move was to segment off the bath and the closet from the master bedroom. We created a short hall from the bedroom to the bathroom with his and hers walk-in closets on the left and right as well as a separate toilet closet outside of the main bathroom for privacy and flexibility. The original bathroom had a giant soaking tub with steps (dangerous!) as well as a small shower that did not work well for our homeowner who is 6’3”. With other bathtubs in the home, they decided to eliminate the tub and create an oversized shower which takes up the space where the old tub was located. The double vanity is on the opposite wall and a bench is located under the window for morning conversations and a place to set a couple of towels. The pallet in here is light and airy with a mix of blond wood, creamy porcelain and marble tile, and brass accents. A simple roman shade adds some texture and it’s top-down mechanism allows for light and privacy. This large whole house remodel gave our homeowners not only the ability to maximize the potential of their home but also created a lovely new frame from which to view their fabulous lake views. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKD, CBD Photography by: Michael Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Entrance with Brown Walls and Grey Walls 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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