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Entrance with Grey Walls and a Purple Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Chatham Hideaway
Chatham Hideaway
Philbrook Construction Services Group, Inc.Philbrook Construction Services Group, Inc.
Abby Grattan - Grattan Imaging
This is an example of a classic front door in Boston with grey walls, a single front door, a purple front door and grey floors.
Butterfly House
Butterfly House
Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.Edmunds Studios Photography, Inc.
Entry way entry way includes an art display vestibule. Gallery lighting sets illuminates commissioned sculpture, acrylic shaped chair and painting.
This is an example of a small retro vestibule in Other with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a purple front door, beige floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Granada Drive
Granada Drive
Ashley DeLapp Interior DesignAshley DeLapp Interior Design
Retro entrance in Charlotte with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a purple front door and beige floors.
Lake Modern - West
Lake Modern - West
Glas AssociatesGlas Associates
Angled architectural lines and the layering of colors and materials create an amazing entryway Photo by Ashley Avila Photography
This is an example of a medium sized modern front door in Grand Rapids with grey walls, a single front door and a purple front door.
Dorset Park - Weymouth, MA
Dorset Park - Weymouth, MA
Morr InteriorsMorr Interiors
Shelly Harrison Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Boston with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and a purple front door.
West Perry Street
West Perry Street
Rethink Design StudioRethink Design Studio
Richard Leo Johnson Wall Color: Gray Owl - Regal Wall Satin, Latex Flat (Benjamin Moore) Trim Color: Super White - Oil, Semi Gloss (Benjamin Moore) Wallpaper: Normandy Linen - Seabrook Feather Mural - Local artist Door Color: Brinjal 222 - Oil, Semi Gloss (Farrow & Ball) Door Hardware: Antique (powder coated RAL 1021) Chandelier: J Basu Sideboard: Chelsea Textiles Bench: Antique Stair Runner: Merida Meridian Stair Hardware: Antique (powder coated RAL 3009) Umbrella Stand: Cracked Porcelain - Clipper Trading Co
Front Entrance
Front Entrance
UserUser
Photography by CWC (Peter Atkins)
Contemporary entrance in Minneapolis with grey walls, a single front door and a purple front door.
Front Door
Front Door
Kevin Moquin ArchitectKevin Moquin Architect
Randolph Ashey Photography
Inspiration for a classic entrance in Portland Maine with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a purple front door.
Custom Home Danville, CA
Custom Home Danville, CA
SDG ArchitectsSDG Architects
Designed By SDG Architects Built by Pacific Crest Builders Photo by Maria Zichil
Photo of a large rural front door in San Francisco with grey walls, a single front door and a purple front door.
Entry to House
Entry to House
Architect HewsonArchitect Hewson
Jack Lovel Photographer
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front door in Melbourne with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a purple front door, brown floors, a timber clad ceiling and panelled walls.
Seattle "Box" Remodel
Seattle "Box" Remodel
NRC HOMESNRC HOMES
The front Dutch door opens up into a serene entryway with a vista stretching all the way through the house. Architectural design by Board & Vellum. Photo by John G. Wilbanks.
2919 Spec - New Home Construction - 305 Crockett Way
2919 Spec - New Home Construction - 305 Crockett Way
SUNRISE HOMESSUNRISE HOMES
This is an example of a large classic front door in Other with grey walls, laminate floors, a single front door, a purple front door and grey floors.
Decorative Glass Door Inserts
Decorative Glass Door Inserts
Distinctive Glass InsertsDistinctive Glass Inserts
Wrought Iron Glass Door Inserts Installation In Newmarket, Ontario Using Our X- Design Model
This is an example of a medium sized classic front door in Toronto with grey walls, concrete flooring, a double front door, a purple front door and grey floors.
Modern High Ranch
Modern High Ranch
Ward 5 DesignWard 5 Design
Photo of a medium sized midcentury hallway in New York with grey walls, a single front door and a purple front door.
Cielo Vista Residence
Cielo Vista Residence
Jule Lucero, Interior & Architectural DesignerJule Lucero, Interior & Architectural Designer
Refresh of Previous Remodel - New Carpet and Paint, New Furnishings, Window Coverings, and Fixtures.
Medium sized foyer in Hawaii with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a purple front door, beige floors and a drop ceiling.
Ready To Move Home - Saskatchewan
Ready To Move Home - Saskatchewan
Grandeur Housing Ltd.Grandeur Housing Ltd.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Other with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and a purple front door.
Central West End, Private Residence
Central West End, Private Residence
C&M InteriorsC&M Interiors
C&M Interiors participated in the Ladue News Charity Show House to design this grand foyer, staircase and second floor landing. The duo utilized their contemporary and minimal aesthetic to contrast with the heavy and bold wood work of the home built in 1897. Clear glass and gold metal accents brighten the expansive space while the combination of modern and antique help create a lively and fresh environment that is both elegant while cool and casual.
Ремонт прихожей
Ремонт прихожей
Дизайн-студия "Аквариус"Дизайн-студия "Аквариус"
Small contemporary boot room in Moscow with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a purple front door, grey floors and wood walls.
Beaumaris Residence
Beaumaris Residence
STUDIOMINT Architecture & InteriorsSTUDIOMINT Architecture & Interiors
Inspiration for a modern foyer in Melbourne with grey walls, granite flooring, a single front door, a purple front door and grey floors.
Calluna on Compo
Calluna on Compo
kellydesignskellydesigns
Diane Wagner
This is an example of a medium sized classic foyer in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a purple front door.

Entrance with Grey Walls and a Purple 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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