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Entrance with Metallic Walls and Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Kenwood Parkway
Kenwood Parkway
Laura Potter DesignsLaura Potter Designs
This is an example of a small contemporary foyer in Minneapolis with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
New York City Remodel
New York City Remodel
Linda Perry Design Inc.Linda Perry Design Inc.
Sargent Photography J/Howard Design Inc
Design ideas for a small contemporary hallway in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Entryway Update
Entryway Update
Tunde Decor, LLCTunde Decor, LLC
We added wallpaper, wall sconces, and a beautiful, practical bench in the entryway.
Medium sized contemporary foyer in Atlanta with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and wallpapered walls.
Northern California
Northern California
Juxtapose DesignsJuxtapose Designs
Photo of a medium sized classic foyer in Other with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Fort Lee, Trim/Woodwork
Fort Lee, Trim/Woodwork
Filipe Custom WoodworkFilipe Custom Woodwork
Inspiration for a large classic hallway in New York with metallic walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Rustic Elegance in Warrenton
Rustic Elegance in Warrenton
Olamar InteriorsOlamar Interiors
These clients hired us to add warmth and personality to their builder home. The fell in love with the layout and main level master bedroom, but found the home lacked personality and style. They hired us, with the caveat that they knew what they didn't like, but weren't sure exactly what they wanted. They were challenged by the narrow layout for the family room. They wanted to ensure that the fireplace remained the focal point of the space, while giving them a comfortable space for TV watching. They wanted an eating area that expanded for holiday entertaining. They were also challenged by the fact that they own two large dogs who are like their children. The entry is very important. It's the first space guests see. This one is subtly dramatic and very elegant. We added a grasscloth wallpaper on the walls and painted the tray ceiling a navy blue. The hallway to the guest room was painted a contrasting glue green. A rustic, woven rugs adds to the texture. A simple console is simply accessorized. Our first challenge was to tackle the layout. The family room space was extremely narrow. We custom designed a sectional that defined the family room space, separating it from the kitchen and eating area. A large area rug further defined the space. The large great room lacked personality and the fireplace stone seemed to get lost. To combat this, we added white washed wood planks to the entire vaulted ceiling, adding texture and creating drama. We kept the walls a soft white to ensure the ceiling and fireplace really stand out. To help offset the ceiling, we added drama with beautiful, rustic, over-sized lighting fixtures. An expandable dining table is as comfortable for two as it is for ten. Pet-friendly fabrics and finishes were used throughout the design. Rustic accessories create a rustic, finished look. Liz Ernest Photography
InterContinental Boston
InterContinental Boston
Bloomsbury DesignsBloomsbury Designs
Photo of a small contemporary foyer in Boston with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and wallpapered walls.
Ravenswood Pied-a-Terre
Ravenswood Pied-a-Terre
Dual Concept DesignDual Concept Design
Welcoming and bright entry covered in gold-tone patterned wallcovering, and accented by pops of rich real and fuschia colors. The large scale eglomise mirrors adorn the focal wall.
Modern Luxury Entry Way Foyer Gray Design
Modern Luxury Entry Way Foyer Gray Design
Designer Modern HomeDesigner Modern Home
Medium sized modern foyer in San Francisco with metallic walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Century City Colorful
Century City Colorful
Coddington DesignCoddington Design
The green lacquer dresser by Made Goods is the star of this landing area. Paired with orange and white patterned ceramic lamps and a navy lacquer mirror, this area is colorful and sophisticated without being overwhelming. The single sconce by Dana Gibson adds another layer of color and pattern. The multi-color stripe rug ties all the colors together and allows for the wide range of hues used. Photography: Vivian Johnson
Spruson Street Neutral Bay
Spruson Street Neutral Bay
Touch Interiors by Bronwyn PooleTouch Interiors by Bronwyn Poole
Bronwyn Poole
Design ideas for a bohemian entrance in Los Angeles with metallic walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Front Entry
Front Entry
Perrino: Design, Build, FurnishPerrino: Design, Build, Furnish
David Alan Photography
Design ideas for a large front door in Cleveland with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Bespoke Botique
Bespoke Botique
Studio D - Danielle WallingerStudio D - Danielle Wallinger
Adrian Wilson
This is an example of a large contemporary hallway in New York with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Prosper, TX
Prosper, TX
Stephanie Kratz InteriorsStephanie Kratz Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Dallas with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Chicago New Construction
Chicago New Construction
Gensburg Toniolo Harting ArchitectsGensburg Toniolo Harting Architects
This double lot home is snuggled in between two single city lots. The desired "Storybook" look was achieved. Chicago Architect, Chicago Old Town, North Shore Architect, John Toniolo Architect, Jeff Harting, Custom Home, Nathan Kirkman Photography
Historic St. Paul Mansion Renovation
Historic St. Paul Mansion Renovation
John Kraemer & SonsJohn Kraemer & Sons
Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Design: Charlie & Co Design | Interiors: Twist Interior Design | Landscaping: TOPO | Photography: Steve Henke of Henke Studio
Entryways and Hallways
Entryways and Hallways
Juxtapose DesignsJuxtapose Designs
Design ideas for a medium sized romantic front door in Other with metallic walls, dark hardwood flooring, a glass front door and brown floors.
Family Room and Foyer-design composition
Family Room and Foyer-design composition
Deb Reinhart Interior Design Group, Inc.Deb Reinhart Interior Design Group, Inc.
Eclectic foyer in a ranch foyer , Each piece is one of a kind. Close up composition show layering of accessories and furnishings. Contrast in chinoiserie chest,. bronze verde sculpture, and over scaled mirrror lisa sciasa
Canterbury Road
Canterbury Road
Katherine Connell Interior DesignKatherine Connell Interior Design
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in Raleigh with metallic walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Rustic Elegance in Warrenton
Rustic Elegance in Warrenton
Olamar InteriorsOlamar Interiors
These clients hired us to add warmth and personality to their builder home. The fell in love with the layout and main level master bedroom, but found the home lacked personality and style. They hired us, with the caveat that they knew what they didn't like, but weren't sure exactly what they wanted. They were challenged by the narrow layout for the family room. They wanted to ensure that the fireplace remained the focal point of the space, while giving them a comfortable space for TV watching. They wanted an eating area that expanded for holiday entertaining. They were also challenged by the fact that they own two large dogs who are like their children. The entry is very important. It's the first space guests see. This one is subtly dramatic and very elegant. We added a grasscloth wallpaper on the walls and painted the tray ceiling a navy blue. The hallway to the guest room was painted a contrasting glue green. A rustic, woven rugs adds to the texture. A simple console is simply accessorized. Our first challenge was to tackle the layout. The family room space was extremely narrow. We custom designed a sectional that defined the family room space, separating it from the kitchen and eating area. A large area rug further defined the space. The large great room lacked personality and the fireplace stone seemed to get lost. To combat this, we added white washed wood planks to the entire vaulted ceiling, adding texture and creating drama. We kept the walls a soft white to ensure the ceiling and fireplace really stand out. To help offset the ceiling, we added drama with beautiful, rustic, over-sized lighting fixtures. An expandable dining table is as comfortable for two as it is for ten. Pet-friendly fabrics and finishes were used throughout the design. Rustic accessories create a rustic, finished look. Liz Ernest Photography

Entrance with Metallic Walls and Dark Hardwood 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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