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Expansive Entrance with a Black Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Angel Bay - Lake Travis
Angel Bay - Lake Travis
AE InteriorsAE Interiors
Expansive farmhouse hallway in Austin with white walls, limestone flooring, a double front door, a black front door and beige floors.
Piedmont Residence
Piedmont Residence
AND Interior Design StudioAND Interior Design Studio
Interior Design: Anne Norton AND interior Design Studio Berkeley, CA 94707
Inspiration for an expansive classic foyer in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Modern Tudor
Modern Tudor
Eaton + Stipp Custom HomesEaton + Stipp Custom Homes
Custom windows, engineered hardwood floors in white oak, white trim, restoration hardware light.
Expansive modern hallway in Indianapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
VICTORIAN DEAL BEACH HOUSE
VICTORIAN DEAL BEACH HOUSE
Cara Woodhouse Interiors LLCCara Woodhouse Interiors LLC
Expansive classic foyer in New York with white walls, a single front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
Howell, MI. New construction
Howell, MI. New construction
Tutto InteriorsTutto Interiors
The dramatic contrast of the very dark espresso finish against the white millwork adds to the sophistication of this space. Full design of all Architectural details and finishes which includes custom designed Millwork and styling throughout. Also shown here is the entrance to the Library. Photography by Carlson Productions LLC
Modern - Los Angeles
Modern - Los Angeles
LAD InteriorsLAD Interiors
LAD Interiors
Design ideas for an expansive modern front door in Los Angeles with white walls, limestone flooring, a pivot front door and a black front door.
Bloomfield Estates
Bloomfield Estates
La Marco HomesLa Marco Homes
Stunning entrance.
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary foyer in Detroit with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a black front door and brown floors.
Palm Beach Transitional
Palm Beach Transitional
Marc-Michaels Interior DesignMarc-Michaels Interior Design
Dean Matthews
Inspiration for an expansive classic entrance in Miami with white walls, a single front door and a black front door.
Foyer
Foyer
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home featuring tons of arches and pillars, tile flooring, wall sconces, custom chandeliers, and wrought iron detail throughout.
Bogart 2
Bogart 2
Studio Design ElementsStudio Design Elements
This is an example of an expansive modern foyer in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door, brown floors and exposed beams.
West Nyack - Modern Farmhouse
West Nyack - Modern Farmhouse
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
Design ideas for an expansive modern foyer in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Hardwood Flooring Transformation
Hardwood Flooring Transformation
Signature Design InteriorsSignature Design Interiors
View our photos and video to see how new hardwood flooring transformed this beautiful home! We are still working on updates including new wallpaper and a runner for the foyer and a complete reno of the primary bath. Stay tuned to see those when we are finished.
Napa Valley Vineyard Home
Napa Valley Vineyard Home
Miyuki Yamaguchi Design StudioMiyuki Yamaguchi Design Studio
Modern Farmhouse foyer welcomes you with just enough artifacts and accessories. Beautiful fall leaves from the surrounding ground add vibrant color of the harvest season to the foyer.
Willow Bend remodeled home-from the 80's to 2018 chic
Willow Bend remodeled home-from the 80's to 2018 chic
BGI DesignBGI Design
Michael Hunter Photography
Design ideas for an expansive classic hallway in Dallas with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Modern Luxe
Modern Luxe
AVID Associates LLCAVID Associates LLC
An over-scaled mirror finished in silver leaf are flanked by custom crystal sconces designed by AVID, while a monochromatic Buddha sculpture rests upon a seemingly floating console, created bespoke for the project. Dan Piassick
Entry Foyer
Entry Foyer
Horrigan O'Malley ArchitectsHorrigan O'Malley Architects
Entry Foyer Dorothy Hong Photography
Photo of an expansive victorian foyer in New York with yellow walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a black front door.
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home built by Arjay Builders Inc. Custom Cabinets by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions
Photo of an expansive mediterranean foyer in Omaha with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door and a black front door.
Love on Haight
Love on Haight
Mansfield + O'NeilMansfield + O'Neil
Expansive contemporary boot room in San Francisco with light hardwood flooring and a black front door.
Woodland Residence | Chadds Ford, PA
Woodland Residence | Chadds Ford, PA
Period Architecture Ltd.Period Architecture Ltd.
Angle Eye Photography
Design ideas for an expansive classic foyer in Philadelphia with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and beige floors.
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home built by Arjay Builders Inc. Custom Cabinets by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean foyer in Omaha with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door and a black front door.

Expansive Entrance with a Black 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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