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Expansive Entrance with Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Traditional Entry
Traditional Entry
Inspiration for an expansive classic foyer in Minneapolis with white walls, a single front door, a white front door, dark hardwood flooring and multi-coloured floors.
CC141- 4008 Highplains Drive
CC141- 4008 Highplains Drive
Lance Johnson Building CompanyLance Johnson Building Company
This is an example of an expansive traditional front door in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Mountain Transitional at The Colony
Mountain Transitional at The Colony
Kristina Lawrence Interior DesignKristina Lawrence Interior Design
This is an example of an expansive traditional hallway in Salt Lake City with brown walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
West Nyack - Modern Farmhouse
West Nyack - Modern Farmhouse
ROAM ArchitectureROAM Architecture
This is an example of an expansive modern foyer in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Minnesota Private Residence
Minnesota Private Residence
COOK ARCHITECTURAL Design StudioCOOK ARCHITECTURAL Design Studio
http://www.cookarchitectural.com Perched on wooded hilltop, this historical estate home was thoughtfully restored and expanded, addressing the modern needs of a large family and incorporating the unique style of its owners. The design is teeming with custom details including a porte cochère and fox head rain spouts, providing references to the historical narrative of the site’s long history.
Beautiful Modern Southern Farmhouse by Steve Powell Homes
Beautiful Modern Southern Farmhouse by Steve Powell Homes
David Cannon PhotographyDavid Cannon Photography
Amazing front porch of a modern farmhouse built by Steve Powell Homes (www.stevepowellhomes.com). Photo Credit: David Cannon Photography (www.davidcannonphotography.com)
Transitional Estate
Transitional Estate
Interior ArchaeologyInterior Archaeology
Design ideas for an expansive classic foyer in Other with dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a white front door, brown floors and white walls.
Norsota Way Siesta Key
Norsota Way Siesta Key
Perrone Construction Custom HomesPerrone Construction Custom Homes
Perrone
Design ideas for an expansive traditional foyer in Tampa with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
An Island Retreat in the Heart of the Florida Keys
An Island Retreat in the Heart of the Florida Keys
Shuster Design AssociatesShuster Design Associates
Arched front double doors open into a spacious entry room.
Design ideas for an expansive world-inspired foyer in Miami with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Talis Park Estate Home "Sinatra Model"
Talis Park Estate Home "Sinatra Model"
Interiors Group of SW FloridaInteriors Group of SW Florida
Double Entry Foyer
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary hallway in Miami with brown walls, a double front door, a dark wood front door, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Crescent Hill- Foyer
Crescent Hill- Foyer
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Nina Farmer Interiors Builder: Wellen Construction Landscape Architect: Matthew Cunningham Landscape Design Photographer: Eric Piasecki Photography
Formal entry of traditional Georgian-style
Formal entry of traditional Georgian-style
Purple Cherry ArchitectsPurple Cherry Architects
Front entry door
Expansive traditional front door in Baltimore with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Charlotte Home
Charlotte Home
Durham Designs & Consulting, LLCDurham Designs & Consulting, LLC
The gleaming creme marfil marble floor is bordered with mosaics and separates the foyer from the premium walnut floors throughout most of the home. Designed by Melodie Durham of Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC. Photo by Livengood Photographs [www.livengoodphotographs.com/design].
Foyer + Stairwell - The Ascension - Super Ranch on Acreage
Foyer + Stairwell - The Ascension - Super Ranch on Acreage
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Anew Gray - SW 7030 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Vantage 30 in White Elm Flooring by Macadam Floor & Design Foyer Floor by Emser Tile Tile Product Travertine Veincut Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Lighting by Destination Lighting Linares Collection by Designer's Fountain Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Landscaping by GRO Outdoor Living Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Glenelg foyer
Glenelg foyer
PapercameraPapercamera
Copyright © Tracey Brown. Design by Trish Albano Interiors View of foyer looking towards front doorway
Expansive traditional foyer in Baltimore with dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
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.
Bel Air, MSH Design
Bel Air, MSH Design
MSH Design, Inc.MSH Design, Inc.
California Homes
This is an example of an expansive mediterranean foyer in Los Angeles with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a metal front door.
Merion Residence
Merion Residence
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Tom Crane Photography
Photo of an expansive classic foyer in Philadelphia with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Custom Timber Frame Home, Mountain View Lodge Yellowstone Club, Big Sky, MT
Custom Timber Frame Home, Mountain View Lodge Yellowstone Club, Big Sky, MT
Bitterroot Timber FramesBitterroot Timber Frames
Locati Architects Bitterroot Builders Bitterroot Timber Frames Locati Interior Design Roger Wade Photography
Design ideas for an expansive rustic foyer in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Master Suite Addition & Interior Renovation - Dunwoody
Master Suite Addition & Interior Renovation - Dunwoody
Innovative Design BuildInnovative Design Build
Our design team listened carefully to our clients' wish list. They had a vision of a cozy rustic mountain cabin type master suite retreat. The rustic beams and hardwood floors complement the neutral tones of the walls and trim. Walking into the new primary bathroom gives the same calmness with the colors and materials used in the design.

Expansive Entrance with Dark Hardwood Flooring 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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