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Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Omaha, Nebraska Residence- Interior Design for New Build
Haven Design and ConstructionHaven Design and Construction
Double glass front doors at the home's foyer provide a welcoming glimpse into the home's living room and to the beautiful view beyond. A modern bench provides style and a handy place to put on shoes, a large abstract piece of art adds personality. The compact foyer does not feel small, as it is also open to the adjacent stairwell, two hallways and the home's living area.
BLUE CYPRESS
BLUE CYPRESS
Pegasus Builders, Inc.Pegasus Builders, Inc.
This is an example of a large classic foyer in Miami with beige walls, a double front door, a glass front door, white floors and porcelain flooring.
Craftsman Entry
Craftsman Entry
Inspiration for a large classic foyer in Denver with porcelain flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Lake Huron Cottage
Lake Huron Cottage
Croma Design Inc.Croma Design Inc.
The casually elegant Entry to our sunny and bright lakeside Ontario cottage. Styling: Ann Marie Favot for Style at Home Photography: Donna Griffith for Style at Home
Nicklaus House - 2 Story Foyer
Nicklaus House - 2 Story Foyer
Louise Stapleton InteriorsLouise Stapleton Interiors
Custom 2 story wall paneling with had painted faux finish, The custom made Egyptian crystal chandelier is 48" in diameter and 9' tall
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Orlando with white walls, porcelain flooring and white floors.
BAL HARBOUR 101
BAL HARBOUR 101
2id Interiors2id Interiors
Another successfully finished project by 2id Interiors, in our hometown, Miami FL. This stunning home is located in Bal Harbour FL with 360 views to the Sea, Canals , Bay and Downtown Miami. Just AMAZING! Photography by Emilio Collavino
The Greenhills House
The Greenhills House
Turn DesignTurn Design
Entry from hallway overlooking living room Built Photo
Large midcentury foyer in Portland with white walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and grey floors.
Greenwich Manor
Greenwich Manor
Inson Dubois Wood LLCInson Dubois Wood LLC
Inspiration for an expansive classic foyer in Other with white walls and porcelain flooring.
My Work
My Work
The Crasi CompanyThe Crasi Company
This is an example of a large classic foyer in Cleveland with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Rosslyn Cabin
Rosslyn Cabin
Studio MielStudio Miel
Photography: Stacy Zarin Goldberg
Design ideas for a small contemporary foyer in DC Metro with white walls, porcelain flooring and brown floors.
California Modern comes to Texas
California Modern comes to Texas
SPRUCED Interior Design and ConstructionSPRUCED Interior Design and Construction
This family moved from CA to TX and wanted to bring their modern style with them. See all the pictures to see the gorgeous modern design.
Inspiration for a small modern foyer in Dallas with white walls, porcelain flooring and brown floors.
Camino Real Residence
Camino Real Residence
April BallietteApril Balliette
Photographer: Ryan Gamma
This is an example of a medium sized modern foyer in Tampa with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and white floors.
The Beach House
The Beach House
Lord & Lady Construction LLCLord & Lady Construction LLC
Laura Cavendish
This is an example of a small coastal foyer in Other with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Sunny Entryway in Pale Green /Cream Wincklelmans Tile
Sunny Entryway in Pale Green /Cream Wincklelmans Tile
Herbeau - Winckelmans Tiles - Line Art VanitiesHerbeau - Winckelmans Tiles - Line Art Vanities
This bright and breezy entryway features Winckelmans' dot and octagon tile in sea green and white. Winckelmans vitrified porcelain tiles are low maintenance, water-resistant and sand-and-slip-proof.
Rhoads Residence
Rhoads Residence
J 3 ArchitectsJ 3 Architects
Photo of a medium sized modern foyer in Seattle with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a black front door and grey floors.
2014 Fall Parade East Grand Rapids
2014 Fall Parade East Grand Rapids
Rock Kauffman DesignRock Kauffman Design
2014 Fall Parade East Grand Rapids I J Visser Design I Joel Peterson Homes I Rock Kauffman Design I Photography by M-Buck Studios
This is an example of a traditional foyer in Grand Rapids with beige walls, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Woodland Hills Residence
Woodland Hills Residence
Mahle Design LLCMahle Design LLC
Entry
Inspiration for a medium sized retro foyer in Los Angeles with white walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a blue front door and white floors.
Onyx Rod FLIGHT Switchback
Onyx Rod FLIGHT Switchback
ViewrailViewrail
Black onyx rod railing brings the future to this home in Westhampton, New York. . The owners of this home in Westhampton, New York chose to install a switchback floating staircase to transition from one floor to another. They used our jet black onyx rod railing paired it with a black powder coated stringer. Wooden handrail and thick stair treads keeps the look warm and inviting. The beautiful thin lines of rods run up the stairs and along the balcony, creating security and modernity all at once. . Outside, the owners used the same black rods paired with surface mount posts and aluminum handrail to secure their balcony. It’s a cohesive, contemporary look that will last for years to come.
Alpine Drive. North Vancouver
Alpine Drive. North Vancouver
Andrea Rodman InteriorsAndrea Rodman Interiors
This is an example of a large modern foyer in Vancouver with white walls, porcelain flooring and grey floors.
Malibu Family Home
Malibu Family Home
Holly Viane Interiors, LLCHolly Viane Interiors, LLC
HVI
Design ideas for a medium sized classic foyer in Los Angeles with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and feature lighting.

Foyer with Porcelain 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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