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Entrance with Plywood Flooring and Slate Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Private Residence - Portsmouth, NH
Private Residence - Portsmouth, NH
A T Franco & AssociatesA T Franco & Associates
Medium sized coastal boot room in Boston with grey walls, slate flooring, black floors and feature lighting.
Formal Entry Portico with Stone Landing and Walkway
Formal Entry Portico with Stone Landing and Walkway
THE KING'S MASONSTHE KING'S MASONS
Close up detail of porch roof
Design ideas for a medium sized classic front door in DC Metro with slate flooring, a single front door and a brown front door.
Bugden Project
Bugden Project
henhousehenhouse
We redesigned the front hall to give the space a big "Wow" when you walked in. This paper was the jumping off point for the whole palette of the kitchen, powder room and adjoining living room. It sets the tone that this house is fun, stylish and full of custom touches that reflect the homeowners love of colour and fashion. We added the wainscotting which continues into the kitchen/powder room to give the space more architectural interest and to soften the bold wall paper. We kept the antique table, which is a heirloom, but modernized it with contemporary lighting.
Custom Cabinetry
Custom Cabinetry
UserUser
Medium sized rustic boot room in Atlanta with brown walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a white front door and multi-coloured floors.
Ambler Residence
Ambler Residence
Odile Gelinard InteriorsOdile Gelinard Interiors
Pale gray custom cabinetry and dark honed slate tiles offer a streamlined look in this compact mudroom. Coats and shoes are are out of sight, well organized in shallow cabinets. Steve Ladner Photography
Minimalist Spanish Colonial
Minimalist Spanish Colonial
Atelier Lawrence CheungAtelier Lawrence Cheung
The definitive idea behind this project was to create a modest country house that was traditional in outward appearance yet minimalist from within. The harmonious scale, thick wall massing and the attention to architectural detail are reminiscent of the enduring quality and beauty of European homes built long ago. It features a custom-built Spanish Colonial- inspired house that is characterized by an L-plan, low-pitched mission clay tile roofs, exposed wood rafter tails, broad expanses of thick white-washed stucco walls with recessed-in French patio doors and casement windows; and surrounded by native California oaks, boxwood hedges, French lavender, Mexican bush sage, and rosemary that are often found in Mediterranean landscapes. An emphasis was placed on visually experiencing the weight of the exposed ceiling timbers and the thick wall massing between the light, airy spaces. A simple and elegant material palette, which consists of white plastered walls, timber beams, wide plank white oak floors, and pale travertine used for wash basins and bath tile flooring, was chosen to articulate the fine balance between clean, simple lines and Old World touches. The walnut door was distressed and had gone through a multi-step staining and finishing process.
Markdale Residence
Markdale Residence
Jodie Rosen DesignJodie Rosen Design
Stephani Buchman
Design ideas for a large classic boot room in Toronto with grey walls, slate flooring and black floors.
Reynolds Plantation Home
Reynolds Plantation Home
Norwood ArchitectsNorwood Architects
Interior Water Feature in Foyer
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Atlanta with white walls, a double front door, a glass front door and slate flooring.
Seattle Green Custom Home
Seattle Green Custom Home
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
View from the upper floor looking down to the double height entry. The large reclaimed school house light fixtures create a statement in the entry. Custom designed cabinetry is installed in the hall and landing of the stair. Architecture and Design by Heidi Helgeson, H2D Architecture + Design Construction by Thomas Jacobson Construction Photo by Sean Balko, Filmworks Studio
Pirate Ship Room & Other Fun Things
Pirate Ship Room & Other Fun Things
Kuhl Design Build LLCKuhl Design Build LLC
We are a full service, residential design/build company specializing in large remodels and whole house renovations. Our way of doing business is dynamic, interactive and fully transparent. It's your house, and it's your money. Recognition of this fact is seen in every facet of our business because we respect our clients enough to be honest about the numbers. In exchange, they trust us to do the right thing. Pretty simple when you think about it. URL http://www.kuhldesignbuild.com
Custom Home #1
Custom Home #1
Marteen Moore Interior PlanningMarteen Moore Interior Planning
A custom designed Gate, made of Copper, Iron and Stainless Steal. 3 copper geometric sconces to creating a sense of balance with the window that is on the left side.
Coastal Living Entry 2
Coastal Living Entry 2
Marcus Gleysteen ArchitectsMarcus Gleysteen Architects
Inspiration for a coastal porch in Boston with a single front door and slate flooring.
Entryways & Mudrooms
Entryways & Mudrooms
California ClosetsCalifornia Closets
Traditional-styled Mudroom with Five-Piece Door & Drawer Faces
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Hawaii with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a white front door and grey floors.
Sunnylea Ave E, Etobicoke
Sunnylea Ave E, Etobicoke
Heritage Homes Ltd.Heritage Homes Ltd.
existing bungalow converted to moder home
Photo of a large modern front door in Toronto with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door, black floors, a coffered ceiling and panelled walls.
Entry Court
Entry Court
Charles Di Piazza ArchitectureCharles Di Piazza Architecture
The sheltered Entry Court provides passage to the central front door. This formal arrangement allows for clerestory windows to allow light into the interior of the house, and also allows the space of the house to direct itself towards the garden which surrounds the property. Here, a walkway of stone slabs suspended in a steel casing is raised off of the native limestone ground cover.
Stately Colonial
Stately Colonial
Teakwood Builders, Inc.Teakwood Builders, Inc.
Photo of a large traditional boot room in Boston with blue walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a black front door, black floors and tongue and groove walls.
Quintessentially Wide Open in Wayland
Quintessentially Wide Open in Wayland
KitchenVisionsKitchenVisions
Side door and mudroom plus powder room with wood clad wall.
Design ideas for a bohemian boot room in Boston with grey walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a black front door, grey floors and feature lighting.
east 2nd rockstar
east 2nd rockstar
mango design comango design co
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury foyer in Vancouver with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a white front door and black floors.
Winston Salem Residence
Winston Salem Residence
Alys DesignAlys Design
Lissa Gotwals
Traditional boot room in Raleigh with white walls, slate flooring, a stable front door and a black front door.
Organized entry detail
Organized entry detail
Lisa Robazza DesignLisa Robazza Design
Storage solutions allow for long and short hanging, interior lighting, shelves, pullouts and overhead storage for sports equipment. Clever use of the kick space allows for more shoes. Photos: Dave Remple

Entrance with Plywood Flooring and Slate 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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