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

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Paso Los Cerritos
Paso Los Cerritos
Jay Andre Construction, Inc.Jay Andre Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a rural front door in San Francisco with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
My work
My work
Rich Starley Interior Design StudioRich Starley Interior Design Studio
Private residence entry living and other rooms
This is an example of a large contemporary hallway in Los Angeles with brown walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
Project Hornbeam
Project Hornbeam
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
The separation between the existing and the old building is done in a transparent glass link which serves as entrance and corridor to the new house.
Design ideas for a small contemporary hallway in London with brown walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, beige floors and wood walls.
Dream Cottage with a View
Dream Cottage with a View
Mary Hannah InteriorsMary Hannah Interiors
Design ideas for a large beach style foyer in Other with white walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Love It or List It Vancouver
Love It or List It Vancouver
STOR-X Organizing Systems, KelownaSTOR-X Organizing Systems, Kelowna
Photo of a small front door in Vancouver with white walls, travertine flooring, a stable front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Riverside
Riverside
Distinct Innovations Pty LtdDistinct Innovations Pty Ltd
Photo of a large modern foyer in Sydney with beige walls, travertine flooring, a pivot front door and a grey front door.
A New Start
A New Start
Dalia Canora Design, LLCDalia Canora Design, LLC
Jane Beiles Photography
Medium sized traditional boot room in DC Metro with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and a dado rail.
HAUS WTC / frei geist / Einfamilienhaus in Ulm Eggingen
HAUS WTC / frei geist / Einfamilienhaus in Ulm Eggingen
arc-studio carnevale architekten und ingenieurearc-studio carnevale architekten und ingenieure
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front door in Other with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and beige floors.
Oakland County New Construction
Oakland County New Construction
Tutto InteriorsTutto Interiors
This stunning entrance spand's across the entire footprint of this home which adds to the appeal of this atypical front foyer.
Expansive classic foyer in Detroit with beige walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
Double Storey Side Extension, Single Rear Extension & Loft Conversion
Double Storey Side Extension, Single Rear Extension & Loft Conversion
UserUser
Mymy Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front door in Surrey with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Entrée.
Entrée.
OMBRE & LUMIERE Atelier d'ArchitectureOMBRE & LUMIERE Atelier d'Architecture
François Delauney
This is an example of a bohemian front door in Other with grey walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
Old World in Central Oregon
Old World in Central Oregon
Patty Jones Design, LLCPatty Jones Design, LLC
Working closely with the home owners and the builder, Jess Alway, Inc., Patty Jones of Patty Jones Design, LLC selected and designed interior finishes for this custom home which features distressed oak wood cabinetry with custom stain to create an old world effect, reclaimed wide plank fir hardwood, hand made tile mural in range back splash, granite slab counter tops with thick chiseled edges, custom designed interior and exterior doors, stained glass windows provided by the home owners, antiqued travertine tile, and many other unique features. Patty also selected exterior finishes – stain and paint colors, stone, roof color, etc. and was involved early with the initial planning working with the home architectural designer including preparing the presentation board and documentation for the Architectural Review Committee.
Desert Contemporary in Paradise Valley
Desert Contemporary in Paradise Valley
La Casa Builders Inc.La Casa Builders Inc.
Dino Tonn Photography
Inspiration for a large contemporary front door in Phoenix with grey walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
Mid Century Modern Luxe
Mid Century Modern Luxe
Coffey & Co. House of InteriorsCoffey & Co. House of Interiors
Lisza Coffey Photography
This is an example of a large midcentury foyer in Omaha with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and yellow floors.
Condo Makeover
Condo Makeover
Studio MuzeStudio Muze
Photo of a medium sized eclectic foyer in Vancouver with grey walls, travertine flooring, black floors, a single front door and a grey front door.
Paso Los Cerritos
Paso Los Cerritos
Jay Andre Construction, Inc.Jay Andre Construction, Inc.
Inspiration for a rural front door in San Francisco with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.
Home sweet candy home..
Home sweet candy home..
OLIVERIO INTERIORESOLIVERIO INTERIORES
Ramón Sanz
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary hallway in Other with white walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a grey front door and beige floors.
Project Hornbeam
Project Hornbeam
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
The separation between the existing and the old building is done in a transparent glass link which serves as entrance and corridor to the new house.
Design ideas for a small contemporary hallway in London with brown walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, beige floors and wood walls.
Project Hornbeam
Project Hornbeam
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
The separation between the existing and the old building is done in a transparent glass link which serves as entrance and corridor to the new house.
Photo of a small contemporary hallway in London with brown walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, beige floors and wood walls.
Paso Los Cerritos
Paso Los Cerritos
Jay Andre Construction, Inc.Jay Andre Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a farmhouse front door in San Francisco with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and grey floors.

Entrance with Travertine 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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