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Entrance with White Walls and a White Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Kellogg
Kellogg
D/OD/O
John Dwyer
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Minneapolis with white walls, a single front door and a white front door.
Entrance Hall
Entrance Hall
LLI DesignLLI Design
Although the existing entrance hallway was a good size it lacked character. To address this the stained glass in the fan light window above the front door and side window was reinstated, in a bespoke design, bringing light, colour and texture into the hallway. The original tiled floor had long been removed so a period style crisp black and white tile with a border pattern was specified. This immediately visually increased the size and lightness of the hall area. Nigel Tyas were commissioned to produce a dramatic copper and glass pendant light in the stairwell that hung from the top floor ceiling down to the ground floor, giving a visual connection and really creating a wow factor.
Entry Way / Foyer Facing the Great Room
Entry Way / Foyer Facing the Great Room
LUX Quality HomesLUX Quality Homes
- Light hardwood stairs - WAC Lighting installed in the stairway - Added Elan 8” speakers IC800 in the ceiling
Photo of an expansive country foyer in Vancouver with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door, brown floors and a timber clad ceiling.
Farmhouse to Fabulous
Farmhouse to Fabulous
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
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Двухэтажная квартира в ЖК "Бартон"
Двухэтажная квартира в ЖК "Бартон"
UserUser
Small contemporary vestibule in Moscow with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors and a drop ceiling.
Tuckborough Urban Farmhouse
Tuckborough Urban Farmhouse
Swanson HomesSwanson Homes
This warm and inviting mudroom with entry from the garage is the inspiration you need for your next custom home build. The walk-in closet to the left holds enough space for shoes, coats and other storage items for the entire year-round, while the white oak custom storage benches and compartments in the entry make for an organized and clutter free space for your daily out-the-door items. The built-in-mirror and table-top area is perfect for one last look as you head out the door, or the perfect place to set your keys as you look to spend the rest of your night in.
APPARTEMENT ALPHONSE PENAUD
APPARTEMENT ALPHONSE PENAUD
Studio KirawStudio Kiraw
Design ideas for a small contemporary boot room in Paris with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
32nd Place
32nd Place
Blue Sky HomesBlue Sky Homes
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Phoenix with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Walnut Hills
Walnut Hills
M. Carter DesignM. Carter Design
Photo of a medium sized beach style hallway in Richmond with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Entrée de la maison Japandi
Entrée de la maison Japandi
Agence boÔboAgence boÔbo
Entrée semi cloisonnée par un claustra et des rangements sur mesure.
Medium sized scandinavian boot room in Bordeaux with white walls, ceramic flooring, grey floors and a white front door.
Vivienda en Madrid
Vivienda en Madrid
CLP diseñadoraCLP diseñadora
Design ideas for a small rustic hallway in Madrid with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Unde rstairs storage with pull outs
Unde rstairs storage with pull outs
Bespoke Fitted Furniture London | Avar FurnitureBespoke Fitted Furniture London | Avar Furniture
Under stairs storage solutions by Avar Furniture Designed for general storage. 2x pull out drawers and hinged doors on tallest section. LED light in cupboard.
Minneapolis Modern Farmstyle
Minneapolis Modern Farmstyle
w.b. buildersw.b. builders
This is an example of a traditional boot room in Minneapolis with white walls, a single front door, a white front door and white floors.
Open concept modern bungalow, Oakville ON
Open concept modern bungalow, Oakville ON
avenue design incavenue design inc
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Toronto with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors and feature lighting.
Traditional Project
Traditional Project
The Fox GroupThe Fox Group
Inspiration for a traditional boot room in Salt Lake City with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Tradition Meets Modern
Tradition Meets Modern
Riverside Design + Build, LLCRiverside Design + Build, LLC
This charming mudroom makes a statement with a clever mirror detail and a walnut bench with wane edge. Leather handles on a custom storage drawer give a soft touch. Photo: Steve Rossi
Upper Emerald Hills Modern Farmhouse Entry • Atelier Noël
Upper Emerald Hills Modern Farmhouse Entry • Atelier Noël
Atelier Noël, Inc.Atelier Noël, Inc.
This is an example of a country boot room in San Francisco with white walls, a single front door, grey floors and a white front door.
14933 Upper Bend Dr.
14933 Upper Bend Dr.
The Heather Roxburgh GroupThe Heather Roxburgh Group
Photo of a traditional boot room in Salt Lake City with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Black&White Entryway-Rose T Bien-Aime
Black&White Entryway-Rose T Bien-Aime
Rose T Bien-AimeRose T Bien-Aime
The goal for this entire home was to design everything in black & white and keep each room interesting, well design, sophisticated and most of all, timeless. A great entryway sets the tone for the rest of your home and prepares you for what’s next. I designed this entryway to be tasteful well design but bold and dramatic to keep you interested. I wanted everyone that entered this house to start thinking in their mind “I want to see more!” The lighting and artwork I picked out were all out of my clients’ comfort zone, but they trusted me enough to go with my design. I love it when my clients aren’t afraid to take the risk, it always pays off at end! Let the Picture speak for itself! Photo Credits: Rose T. Bien-Aime
Bald Head Island Renovation
Bald Head Island Renovation
Southern Cypress Renovation and Repair, LLCSouthern Cypress Renovation and Repair, LLC
Inspiration for a large classic boot room in Other with white walls, vinyl flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.

Entrance with White Walls and a White 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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