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

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Montana Glamor
Montana Glamor
Jennifer Michele InteriorsJennifer Michele Interiors
Photo of an expansive modern front door in Other with grey walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door and a glass front door.
Gardener's Retreat
Gardener's Retreat
Lowell Custom HomesLowell Custom Homes
Lowell Custom Homes, Lake Geneva, WI., Master bedroom suite has a dressing/changing area with locker storage and stacked washer dryer adjacent to the pool area.
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Carlton EdwardsCarlton Edwards
David Dietrich
Design ideas for a large modern front door in Charlotte with slate flooring, a pivot front door and beige floors.
Deep Cove West Coast Contemporary Renovation
Deep Cove West Coast Contemporary Renovation
PURE Design Inc.PURE Design Inc.
Janis Nicolay
This is an example of a large contemporary front door in Vancouver with slate flooring, a pivot front door and a medium wood front door.
Modern Chalet
Modern Chalet
Kirsten Robertson 425Kirsten Robertson 425
A dramatic chalet made of steel and glass. Designed by Sandler-Kilburn Architects, it is awe inspiring in its exquisitely modern reincarnation. Custom walnut cabinets frame the kitchen, a Tulikivi soapstone fireplace separates the space, a stainless steel Japanese soaking tub anchors the master suite. For the car aficionado or artist, the steel and glass garage is a delight and has a separate meter for gas and water. Set on just over an acre of natural wooded beauty adjacent to Mirrormont. Fred Uekert-FJU Photo
Seward Park Mid-Century Remodel
Seward Park Mid-Century Remodel
Lambright Design GroupLambright Design Group
Paul Gjording
This is an example of a medium sized modern front door in Seattle with white walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door and a metal front door.
Entheogenic Design
Entheogenic Design
The Vrindavan ProjectThe Vrindavan Project
#thevrindavanproject ranjeet.mukherjee@gmail.com thevrindavanproject@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/The.Vrindavan.Project
la maison zen
la maison zen
L STUDIO ARCHITECTURE & DESIGNL STUDIO ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN
Pascal Quennehen
Design ideas for a large modern foyer in Paris with slate flooring, a pivot front door, a metal front door, white walls and grey floors.
Los Altos Hills New Build
Los Altos Hills New Build
Carmit Oron Interior DesignCarmit Oron Interior Design
Design ideas for a large farmhouse boot room in San Francisco with white walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a black front door and black floors.
MCM Look / Blending Materials
MCM Look / Blending Materials
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
photo by Jeffery Edward Tryon
Design ideas for a medium sized retro front door in Philadelphia with white walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door, grey floors and a drop ceiling.
Swede Bay Custom Home on Lake Coeur d'Alene
Swede Bay Custom Home on Lake Coeur d'Alene
Shelter AssociatesShelter Associates
Upon first stepping into the foyer at this Swede Bay lake cabin, guests get a beautiful view of Lake Coeur d’Alene. This home on Lake Coeur d’Alene in northern Idaho was built by general contractor, Matt Fisher under Ginno Construction. Matt is now building luxury custom homes as owner and president of Shelter Associates.
Valhalla Residence
Valhalla Residence
RKD Architects, IncRKD Architects, Inc
The entry sits between two stone wedges that run from the front porch, through the entry, and out to the back porch. Photo by Vance Fox
Design ideas for a large rustic front door in Sacramento with slate flooring, a pivot front door, beige walls and a dark wood front door.
Pivot Doors for An Exceptional Entryway
Pivot Doors for An Exceptional Entryway
Clark Hall DoorsClark Hall Doors
This unique custom iron door features a Charcoal finish, 60/40 pivot split, and detailed wrought iron lines.
This is an example of a large contemporary front door in Charlotte with slate flooring, a pivot front door and a black front door.
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
Marona Photography
This is an example of an expansive contemporary front door in Denver with beige walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a dark wood front door and feature lighting.
Alexandria Custom Home Tailored for Family of Five
Alexandria Custom Home Tailored for Family of Five
Braswell Design+BuildBraswell Design+Build
The rear entrance to the home boasts cubbyholes for three boys and parents, a tiled floor to remove muddy sneakers or boots, and a desk for quick access to the Internet. If you're hungry, it's but a few steps to the kitchen for a snack! Behind the camera is a built-in dog shower, complete with shelves and hooks for leashes and dog treats.
Residential building | Creacubo Home Concepts | Luxembourg
Residential building | Creacubo Home Concepts | Luxembourg
Leicht Küchen AGLeicht Küchen AG
LEICHT Küchen: http://www.leicht.de/en/references/abroad/project-hassel-luxembourg/ Creacubo Home Concepts: http://www.creacubo.lu/
Mid Century Modern in Ansley
Mid Century Modern in Ansley
Copper Sky Design + RemodelCopper Sky Design + Remodel
Stained and Over-sized offset pivot door welcomes guests into this beautiful space.
Medium sized retro front door in Atlanta with white walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a brown front door and grey floors.
Woods 7 Residence
Woods 7 Residence
Douglas Knight ConstructionDouglas Knight Construction
Douglas Knight Construction
Photo of an expansive traditional front door in Salt Lake City with a pivot front door, a medium wood front door, brown walls and slate flooring.
Terwillegar
Terwillegar
Jacquelyne Allen InteriorsJacquelyne Allen Interiors
New entrance light fixture makes a grand statement! Don Hammond Photography Ltd. www.hammondphotography.com
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in Vancouver with beige walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door and a medium wood front door.
Entry
Entry
Mackin ArchitectsMackin Architects
The front entry features arched details, white columns, and carved shutters with moon details.
This is an example of a large classic front door in New York with grey walls, slate flooring, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.

Entrance with Slate Flooring and a Pivot 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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