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Entrance with a Light Wood Front Door and Multi-coloured Floors Ideas and Designs

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Unique Wood Cabin Front Door
Unique Wood Cabin Front Door
PPG PROLUXE Wood FinishesPPG PROLUXE Wood Finishes
This gorgeous door and the trim and logs surrounding it were finished with PPG ProLuxe Cetol Log & Siding wood stain in Teak. The work was completed by Rudy Mendiola of The Log Doctor.
Dan’s Woodbury, MN Door Installation Project
Dan’s Woodbury, MN Door Installation Project
Lindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuardLindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuard
For Dan’s front door, we recommended the installation of a fiberglass door by ProVia®. Dan appreciated that the new front door provided a look similar to wood, but did not require the upkeep. ProVia® fiberglass doors are built with reliable weather-stripping and an insulated core. Both components are critical in promoting energy efficiency.
A French Country House
A French Country House
Andrew Skurman ArchitectsAndrew Skurman Architects
The staircase wraps around the hall as it rises, becoming a gallery space above that is set back from the walls of the lower hall. Photographer: Mark Darley, Matthew Millman
39 Walnut Road, Weston, MA
39 Walnut Road, Weston, MA
Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.Amy Mizner, Benoit Mizner Simon & Co.
http://39walnutroad.com A sophisticated open design with expansive windows overlook the beautiful estate property in this mid-century contemporary home. Soaring ceilings and a beautiful fireplace highlight the open great room and dining room. Bring your architect and update this thoughtfully proportioned floor plan to take this home to the next level. The first floor master bedroom is a special retreat and includes a signature fireplace, palatial master bathroom, sky lit walk-in closet and a seating/office area. The walk-out lower level is comprised of a family room with fireplace and provides ample room for all your entertainment needs. Enjoy arts-n-crafts, exercise or studying in the private den. Four additional window-filled bedrooms share a hall bathroom. Enjoy the convenience of this fabulous south-side neighborhood with easy access to transportation, restaurants and Wellesley town amenities.
Custom Black Forest Home
Custom Black Forest Home
KLo Home DesignKLo Home Design
Entryway with stunning stair chandelier, hide rug and view all the way out the back corner slider
Inspiration for a large traditional foyer in Denver with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a pivot front door, a light wood front door, multi-coloured floors and a wood ceiling.
Encinitas , Ca
Encinitas , Ca
Exterior Designs LandscapeExterior Designs Landscape
This is an example of a large mediterranean front door in San Diego with brown walls, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Carr Mid-Century Modern Rennovation
Carr Mid-Century Modern Rennovation
To the T Construction, LLCTo the T Construction, LLC
Photo of a small midcentury foyer in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door, multi-coloured floors, a wallpapered ceiling and brick walls.
Freya
Freya
Юлия КарпухинаЮлия Карпухина
Прихожая с видом на гостиную, в светлых оттенках. Бежевые двери и стены, плитка с орнаментным ковром, зеркальный шкаф для одежды с филенчатым фасадом, изящная цапля серебряного цвета и акварели в рамах на стенах.
la casa di Achille
la casa di Achille
silvia piccioni architettosilvia piccioni architetto
Inspiration for a small contemporary foyer in Bologna with blue walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
TIKKI
TIKKI
UserUser
Medium sized contemporary foyer in Grenoble with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
EJ_Flat
EJ_Flat
Архитектурная студия QUADRUMАрхитектурная студия QUADRUM
Роман Спиридонов
Traditional front door in Other with grey walls, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Winchester
Winchester
Robyn Huether Architect Inc.Robyn Huether Architect Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary front door in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Ramsay Lake Waterfront Home
Ramsay Lake Waterfront Home
Irby HomesIrby Homes
Large exterior wood front door feature four panel glass and full length side lights. Stained to match existing facade of the front of the home. Accented with stone columns and flagstone entry way. Cedar shake grey vinyl siding and black exterior surface mount lights.
Acorn Deck House - Renovation
Acorn Deck House - Renovation
Lee KimballLee Kimball
Inspiration for a midcentury foyer in Boston with white walls, a double front door, a light wood front door, multi-coloured floors and exposed beams.
Sawyer
Sawyer
Artisan Craft HomesArtisan Craft Homes
Reclaimed Wood Wainscot
Photo of a rustic entrance in Grand Rapids with slate flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
New Construction
New Construction
Standale Home StudioStandale Home Studio
Mannington Adura, Seaport Wharf luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout the entire main level of this house.
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Grand Rapids with beige walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Hemphill Renovation
Hemphill Renovation
A. Perry HomesA. Perry Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic hallway in Chicago with beige walls, painted wood flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Villa T
Villa T
Graf Plauen Interior DesignGraf Plauen Interior Design
Inspiration for an expansive traditional foyer in Berlin with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
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.
House Renovation
House Renovation
Infinity Projects worldwideInfinity Projects worldwide
This is an example of a large world-inspired front door in Singapore with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and multi-coloured floors.

Entrance with a Light Wood Front Door and Multi-coloured Floors 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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