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Two Story Country Estate
Two Story Country Estate
Duke Homes, Inc.Duke Homes, Inc.
A two-story entry is flanked by the stair case to the second level and the back of the home's fireplace.
Large classic foyer in Indianapolis with beige walls, carpet, beige floors, a vaulted ceiling and panelled walls.
Entry
Entry
Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.
Two story entrance features mahogany entry door, winding staircase and open catwalk. Opens to beautiful two-story living room. Modern Forms Magic Pendant and Chandelier. Walnut rail, stair treads and newel posts. Plain iron balusters. General contracting by Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc.; Architecture by Helman Sechrist Architecture; Professional photography by Marie Kinney. Images are the property of Martin Bros. Contracting, Inc. and may not be used without written permission.
Bryce Dallas Howard's New York Home
Bryce Dallas Howard's New York Home
Emily Pertzborn InteriorsEmily Pertzborn Interiors
Large farmhouse foyer in New York with blue walls, a single front door, a blue front door, a wood ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Exceptionnel agencement d'entrée combinant un meuble TV
Exceptionnel agencement d'entrée combinant un meuble TV
MID CONCEPTMID CONCEPT
Angle de vue permettant d'apercevoir la partie entrée de la composition avec son magnifique banc intégré
This is an example of a large contemporary foyer in Lyon with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a white front door, grey floors and a coffered ceiling.
Union Pier Lakehouse
Union Pier Lakehouse
Devon Grace InteriorsDevon Grace Interiors
This is an example of a large modern foyer in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and exposed beams.
Paris in Draper
Paris in Draper
Steven Dailey ConstructionSteven Dailey Construction
Inspiration for a large foyer in Salt Lake City with white walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, white floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Innis Arden Midcentury Remodel
Innis Arden Midcentury Remodel
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
A light and bright foyer with a cable railing at the stairs.
This is an example of a large midcentury foyer in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and a wood ceiling.
Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA
Yuzen Signature | Modin Rigid LVP Collection Customer Space | WA
FlooretFlooret
Clean and bright for a space where you can clear your mind and relax. Unique knots bring life and intrigue to this tranquil maple design. With the Modin Collection, we have raised the bar on luxury vinyl plank. The result is a new standard in resilient flooring. Modin offers true embossed in register texture, a low sheen level, a rigid SPC core, an industry-leading wear layer, and so much more.
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
Modern Farmhouse Remodel
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Photo of a large rural boot room in Denver with white walls, black floors and a coffered ceiling.
Front Exterior Entrance
Front Exterior Entrance
Catlin DesignCatlin Design
A custom gel stained front door with haint blue ceiling and limestone tiled floor makes an entrance complete
Inspiration for a large classic front door in Jacksonville with limestone flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and a timber clad ceiling.
Lakeview Residence
Lakeview Residence
4D Design + Consulting4D Design + Consulting
Large front door in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, brown floors and a drop ceiling.
Sorrento Drive
Sorrento Drive
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
This double-height entry room shows a grand white staircase leading upstairs to the private bedrooms, and downstairs to the entertainment areas. Warm wood, white wainscoting and traditional windows introduce lightness and freshness to the space.
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Brad Ramsey InteriorsBrad Ramsey Interiors
This is an example of a large farmhouse boot room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and a timber clad ceiling.
Entrance Hall
Entrance Hall
Stickland Wright Architects + InteriorsStickland Wright Architects + Interiors
Grand Entrance Hall. Column Parquet Floor Feature mirror Pendant light Panelling dado rail Victorian tile Entrance porch Front door Original feature
The Crusader - Entry
The Crusader - Entry
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
The entry offers an invitation to view the spectacular city and mountain views beyond. Cedar ceilings and overhangs, large format porcelain panel cladding, and split-faced silver travertine provide a warm and textured material palette. A pivot glass door welcomes guests. Estancia Club Builder: Peak Ventures Landscape: High Desert Designs Interior Design: Ownby Design Photography: Jeff Zaruba
A Father's Fairytale Castle: Bargain Entryway
A Father's Fairytale Castle: Bargain Entryway
Tamara Day DesignTamara Day Design
This is an example of a large foyer in Kansas City with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Ballentrace Custom Home
Ballentrace Custom Home
Dixon BuildzDixon Buildz
Double 8' Entry Doors
This is an example of a large traditional entrance in Nashville with a double front door, a glass front door and a wood ceiling.
Southern Traditional Brick Two Story
Southern Traditional Brick Two Story
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Large traditional boot room in Houston with grey walls, brick flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, red floors, a wood ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Blue Green Kitchen
Blue Green Kitchen
Laura Medicus InteriorsLaura Medicus Interiors
Inspiration for a large contemporary boot room in Denver with light hardwood flooring and a vaulted ceiling.
八百津の大きな招き屋根の家
八百津の大きな招き屋根の家
永井政光建築設計事務所永井政光建築設計事務所
Photo of a large world-inspired hallway in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a sliding front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.

Large Entrance with All Types of Ceiling 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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