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Entrance with Cork Flooring and a White Front Door Ideas and Designs

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White Wall Paneling, Built in Coat Rack and Bench
White Wall Paneling, Built in Coat Rack and Bench
W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front door in Toronto with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Molded Screen Wall Inspired by Breeze Block
Molded Screen Wall Inspired by Breeze Block
Michael Norpell's Wall To WallMichael Norpell's Wall To Wall
Inspired by the lobby of the iconic Riviera Hotel lobby in Palm Springs, the wall was removed and replaced with a screen block wall that creates a sense of connection to the rest of the house, while still defining the den area.
Bathroom and Interior Renovations
Bathroom and Interior Renovations
Sosna IncSosna Inc
Medium sized traditional front door in Toronto with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.
Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.
Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLCPatricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC
The frosted glass of the door and sidelight lets a soft light into the Entry. Originally there was an opening to the Kitchen in the wall at the right, which was closed to create a sense of arrival in the Entry. Cork flooring replaced the original Saltillo tile. The cork is more period appropriate for a MCM house, plus it has the added benefit of being a resilient flooring, which is easier on the feet and legs.
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
emma delonemma delon
Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized retro foyer in Raleigh with orange walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Nova Cork Flooring
Nova Cork Flooring
Green Building SupplyGreen Building Supply
Color: Naturals-Mikado
This is an example of a medium sized vintage front door in Chicago with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Entry Remodel
Entry Remodel
Powell ConstructionPowell Construction
Wonderful storage and cubbies are added to the entry.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary hallway in Portland with yellow walls, cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Pinnacle DesignPinnacle Design
Dan Denardo
Design ideas for a contemporary foyer in Other with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Maison à Agon Coutainville - 2
Maison à Agon Coutainville - 2
L'agence d'architectureL'agence d'architecture
Guillaume Jouet
Inspiration for a large nautical foyer in Le Havre with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Whole Home Remodel for Wheelchair Bound Veteran
Whole Home Remodel for Wheelchair Bound Veteran
Accessibility by Design, Inc.Accessibility by Design, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional entrance in New Orleans with brown walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
From White to Warm
From White to Warm
House Blend Lighting & DesignHouse Blend Lighting & Design
Marnie Keilholz
Design ideas for a small modern entrance in Other with beige walls, cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Entry Design, Wall Paneling, Cork Floors
Entry Design, Wall Paneling, Cork Floors
W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized traditional front door in Toronto with white walls, a single front door, a white front door and cork flooring.
White Front Door, Traditional Entry
White Front Door, Traditional Entry
W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.
Photo of a medium sized classic entrance in Toronto with white walls, cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
emma delonemma delon
Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized midcentury foyer in Raleigh with orange walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
emma delonemma delon
Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized retro foyer in Raleigh with orange walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.
Mid-Century Modern Home brought into the 21st Century.
Patricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLCPatricia B. Warren, AIA Warren Architecture, LLC
View from the far end of the Entry into the Dining space and Kitchen.
Medium sized foyer in Phoenix with cork flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
Walnut Midcentury KItchen with Orange Accents
emma delonemma delon
Marilyn Peryer Style House Photography
Medium sized midcentury foyer in Raleigh with orange walls, cork flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Snowden
Snowden
W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.W.C. Meek Design and Construction Ltd.
Photo of a large classic front door in Toronto with cork flooring, white walls, a single front door and a white front door.

Entrance with Cork Flooring and a White 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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