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Entrance with Slate Flooring and a Grey Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Dramatic Family Home: Entry
Dramatic Family Home: Entry
Wiles Design GroupWiles Design Group
In this Cedar Rapids residence, sophistication meets bold design, seamlessly integrating dynamic accents and a vibrant palette. Every detail is meticulously planned, resulting in a captivating space that serves as a modern haven for the entire family. The entryway is enhanced with a stunning blue and white carpet complemented by captivating statement lighting. The carefully curated elements combine to create an inviting and aesthetically pleasing space. --- Project by Wiles Design Group. Their Cedar Rapids-based design studio serves the entire Midwest, including Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport, and Waterloo, as well as North Missouri and St. Louis. For more about Wiles Design Group, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://wilesdesigngroup.com/cedar-rapids-dramatic-family-home-design
Front Entrances
Front Entrances
Ridley Windows & DoorsRidley Windows & Doors
Custom front entrance with windows mulled to large front entrance displaying a glass panel over two raised panels below.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door in Toronto with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Burlington New Build
Burlington New Build
Kennedy + Kenel LtdKennedy + Kenel Ltd
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional foyer in Toronto with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Commodore Crescent
Commodore Crescent
JPR ArchitectsJPR Architects
Contemporary front door in Sydney with slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Luxury Modern Bellevue Home with Green Accents
Luxury Modern Bellevue Home with Green Accents
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Striking front entrance with large windows and a gray front door.
Large contemporary front door in Seattle with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Farm Pond - Sherborn, MA
Farm Pond - Sherborn, MA
Betsy Bassett InteriorsBetsy Bassett Interiors
Photo Credit: Betsy Bassett
Medium sized traditional boot room with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and black floors.
Contemporary Ranch
Contemporary Ranch
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Other with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
ENTRYLIGHTING
ENTRYLIGHTING
Classic Lighting & Design IncClassic Lighting & Design Inc
MAXIM LIGHITNG, FEISS LIGHITNG, CIRCA LIGHTING
Photo of a medium sized traditional front door in Other with grey walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Rosemary Renovation
Rosemary Renovation
LS3P LivingLS3P Living
On the exterior, existing T-1-11 cladding was removed and replaced with a combination of rainscreen cement fiber paneling and western red cedar accents. The site was reshaped with bluestone pathways, slate chip gravel beds and low brick retaining walls, extending the modern idiom of the home into the landscape. Exterior | Custom home Studio of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. | Photo by Inspiro8 Studio.
Farm House complete remodel
Farm House complete remodel
The Remodeling CompanyThe Remodeling Company
Mudroom off the kitchen complete with custom storage and a pet station!
Medium sized rural boot room in Boston with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Gallery
Gallery
FP BuildersFP Builders
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front door in San Francisco with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Eingang | Haus GTO
Eingang | Haus GTO
BPLUSARCHITEKTURBPLUSARCHITEKTUR
BPLUS FOTOGRAFIE
Design ideas for a contemporary front door in Stuttgart with white walls, slate flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
International Modern Home
International Modern Home
Lee CompaniesLee Companies
Lee Companies
This is an example of a large modern foyer in Chicago with grey walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Bristol Farmhouse
Bristol Farmhouse
Silver Maple Construction LLCSilver Maple Construction LLC
Photography by Susan Teare
Inspiration for a medium sized rural boot room in Burlington with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Country Home
Country Home
Evelyn Eshun Design Inc.Evelyn Eshun Design Inc.
The goal was to create a country home decor scheme which was contemporary and urban while remaining comfortable and 'country-like'....
Photo of a large traditional foyer in Toronto with grey walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Custom Colours
Custom Colours
GO Architectural Design, PLLCGO Architectural Design, PLLC
Master bathroom with colorful pattern wallpaper and stone floor tile.
Large nautical front door in Raleigh with multi-coloured walls, slate flooring, a double front door, a grey front door, grey floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Bristol Farmhouse
Bristol Farmhouse
Silver Maple Construction LLCSilver Maple Construction LLC
Photography by Susan Teare
Medium sized farmhouse boot room in Burlington with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
田園風景とともに大デッキテラスを囲む家
田園風景とともに大デッキテラスを囲む家
STUDIO 8｜スタジオエイトSTUDIO 8｜スタジオエイト
＠Ishiguro Mamoru
This is an example of a contemporary foyer in Other with slate flooring, a double front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Modern Farmhouse Spec Home
Modern Farmhouse Spec Home
Todd Creative DesignTodd Creative Design
Design ideas for a large contemporary boot room in Other with grey walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Bevolo Instagram Inspiration
Bevolo Instagram Inspiration
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
F A L L H A U L! ?? Bust out the cozy sweaters, the cozy fire and all the football. Enjoy the season! ? #Repost @hmsinteriors ・・・ — in Manhattan Beach, California.

Entrance with Slate Flooring and a Grey 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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