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Entrance with Grey Walls and a Light Wood Front Door Ideas and Designs

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株式会社カラフルホームスタイル株式会社カラフルホームスタイル
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Inspiration for a small midcentury hallway in Other with grey walls, plywood flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door, brown floors, a wallpapered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Recent Projects
Recent Projects
Next Door & WindowNext Door & Window
This is an example of a medium sized classic front door in Chicago with a single front door, a light wood front door and grey walls.
ЖК Оазис
ЖК Оазис
Leytan DesignLeytan Design
Сергей Мордвинов
Design ideas for a small contemporary front door in Novosibirsk with grey walls, laminate floors, a single front door, a light wood front door and beige floors.
高齢夫婦のための住宅
高齢夫婦のための住宅
デザイン・ラボ一級建築士事務所デザイン・ラボ一級建築士事務所
高齢夫婦のための住宅
Photo of an entrance in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a sliding front door and a light wood front door.
The Millhouse
The Millhouse
Shannon BattissonShannon Battisson
Oversized front door opens to a generous entry space, which acts as an airlock during more extreme weather. The living areas open to the left and the stairs straight ahead lead up to the bedroom spaces.
.Tiffany TDL Lancaster
.Tiffany TDL Lancaster
US Door & More IncUS Door & More Inc
GLASS OPTIONS: Clear Beveled Low E or Flemish Low E TIMBER: Mahogany DOUBLE DOOR: 5'0", 5'4". 6'0" x 8'0" x 1 3/4" LEAD TIME: 2-3 weeks
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door in Tampa with grey walls, concrete flooring, a double front door and a light wood front door.
Knotty Alder Entry Door
Knotty Alder Entry Door
EL & EL Wood Products Corp.EL & EL Wood Products Corp.
Knotty Alder Arch Top 2-Panel Entry Door KA002
Medium sized classic entrance in Los Angeles with grey walls and a light wood front door.
Sonoma GreenPointRated Modern House
Sonoma GreenPointRated Modern House
DNM ArchitectureDNM Architecture
Joseph Schell
Inspiration for a large modern foyer in San Francisco with grey walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door and a light wood front door.
31st Street
31st Street
Paola One Design - P.O.D.Paola One Design - P.O.D.
Inspiration for a large contemporary foyer in DC Metro with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a pivot front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Palisades Redwood Model
Palisades Redwood Model
Shea Homes CharlotteShea Homes Charlotte
This is an example of a classic entrance in Charlotte with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Custom Built Home - Dyck
Custom Built Home - Dyck
Sprucelee Construction LtdSprucelee Construction Ltd
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional boot room in Vancouver with grey walls, a single front door, slate flooring and a light wood front door.
Minneapolis Remodel
Minneapolis Remodel
Spacecrafting / Architectural PhotographySpacecrafting / Architectural Photography
Spacecrafting Architectural Photography
This is an example of a contemporary foyer in Minneapolis with grey walls, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Ocean Walk 1556 Square Foot Complete Interior Renovation
Ocean Walk 1556 Square Foot Complete Interior Renovation
Eleven C CorporationEleven C Corporation
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in Miami with grey walls, a single front door, a light wood front door and porcelain flooring.
Entry
Entry
Liz Schneider InteriorsLiz Schneider Interiors
Design ideas for a small contemporary front door in Seattle with grey walls, laminate floors, a single front door, a light wood front door and white floors.
Premium Design Patchwork Area Rug / Round
Premium Design Patchwork Area Rug / Round
AYDIN HidesAYDIN Hides
Family run AYDIN Hides is the Leading Provider of the Finest Luxury Cowhide and Cowhide Patchwork Rugs, Sheepskins and Goatskins ethically and humanely sourced in Europe and 100% with respect to nature and bio diversity. Each piece is handcrafted and hand-stitched in small production batches to offer uncompromised Premium Quality and Authenticity.
Maison Buisson
Maison Buisson
Source ArchitectureSource Architecture
Inspiration for a medium sized foyer in Paris with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and brown floors.
Custom Built Home - Dyck
Custom Built Home - Dyck
Sprucelee Construction LtdSprucelee Construction Ltd
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Vancouver with grey walls, a single front door, slate flooring and a light wood front door.
Modern Condo at the W
Modern Condo at the W
Lenox House DesignLenox House Design
A custom light installation as an art feature greats visitors as they enter this modern condo. A sleek lacquered console and custom area rug compliment the art installation.
Cashman Road, Ulladulla
Cashman Road, Ulladulla
EcoView DesignEcoView Design
The entry to a Cashman Road, Ulladulla Contemporary styled house. Point of Focus Photography
Medium sized contemporary foyer in Sydney with grey walls, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Mid Century Modern Re-Visit
Mid Century Modern Re-Visit
The Cobalt Companies, LLCThe Cobalt Companies, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized eclectic front door in Austin with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a light wood front door.

Entrance with Grey Walls and a Light Wood 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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