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Large Entrance with Travertine Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Gaillardia Estate
Gaillardia Estate
Nicole Rickey Interior DesignNicole Rickey Interior Design
Large traditional foyer in Oklahoma City with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Front Doors
Front Doors
Abraxis Art Glass & Doors, IncAbraxis Art Glass & Doors, Inc
Large modern front door in Denver with travertine flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Entryway/Foyer Chandeliers
Entryway/Foyer Chandeliers
LimeLight LampsLimeLight Lamps
Design ideas for a large classic foyer in New York with beige walls, travertine flooring and beige floors.
305 Bella Montagna, Lakeway Texas
305 Bella Montagna, Lakeway Texas
Alberto Jauregui Designs, Inc.Alberto Jauregui Designs, Inc.
Front Entrance Built by Asomoza Homes Design Build
This is an example of a large mediterranean front door in Austin with beige walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
Bremonds Property - Spanish Modern
Bremonds Property - Spanish Modern
Designer Details LLCDesigner Details LLC
This is an example of a large foyer in Houston with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and beige floors.
FOYER - Arched Niche
FOYER - Arched Niche
InterDesign StudioInterDesign Studio
In-Progress Foyer photograph. Stay tuned to see the selection of the perfect decorative mirror hanging above the custom built-in bow front ledge in this recessed niche. Decorative wall covering highlights the arched shape which is repeated throught-out the interior architecture. Photo: Jamie Snavley
Montiverdi Estates, West Vancouver- Residential Renovation
Montiverdi Estates, West Vancouver- Residential Renovation
LCI DesignLCI Design
View of the generous foyer, it was decided to retain the original travertine flooring since it works well with the new bamboo flooring . The entry closet bifold doors were replaced with custom made shoji doors. A Mies Van Der Rohe 3 seater bench was purchased , along with an asian wool area carpet and asian antique console in vibrant reds. The walls are painted Benjamin Moore , 'Brandon Beige'.
Misc. Projects
Misc. Projects
Love Development and ConstructionLove Development and Construction
Tuscan cohesion and Mediterranean style meet in this Street of Dreams Foyer. Pennsylvania mushroom wood ceilings help bring the high entry ceilings to life
Mudroom
Mudroom
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
Finecraft Contractors, Inc. GTM Architects Randy Hill Photography
Large classic boot room in DC Metro with green walls, travertine flooring and brown floors.
Custom Coastal Cottage
Custom Coastal Cottage
Naples Bay Builders, Inc.Naples Bay Builders, Inc.
Inspiration for a large beach style front door in Other with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Carmel Highlands Oceanside Home
Carmel Highlands Oceanside Home
Marla Sher DesignMarla Sher Design
This is an example of a large mediterranean foyer in San Francisco with white walls, a double front door, travertine flooring, a medium wood front door and beige floors.
Arcadia Art + Craft
Arcadia Art + Craft
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
The Arts and Crafts movement of the early 1900's characterizes this picturesque home located in the charming Phoenix neighborhood of Arcadia. Showcasing expert craftsmanship and fine detailing, architect C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB, designed a home that not only expresses the Arts and Crafts design palette beautifully, but also captures the best elements of modern living and Arizona's indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Project Details: Architect // C.P. Drewett, AIA, NCARB, Drewett Works, Scottsdale, AZ Builder // Sonora West Development, Scottsdale, AZ
Red painted mudroom with granite benches
Red painted mudroom with granite benches
Inspire Kitchen and Bath DesignInspire Kitchen and Bath Design
Large classic boot room in Burlington with white walls and travertine flooring.
Whitten Residence Modern Custom Home
Whitten Residence Modern Custom Home
Wiltrack Construction And Development Group LLCWiltrack Construction And Development Group LLC
Design ideas for a large contemporary front door in Miami with beige walls, travertine flooring, a pivot front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Whitefish Hills
Whitefish Hills
Robert W. Ross Building Contractor, Inc.Robert W. Ross Building Contractor, Inc.
Design ideas for a large classic front door in Other with brown walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and brown floors.
Fabulous Foyer
Fabulous Foyer
Laura Lee HomeLaura Lee Home
This entry foyer lacked personality and purpose. The simple travertine flooring and iron staircase railing provided a background to set the stage for the rest of the home. A colorful vintage oushak rug pulls the zesty orange from the patterned pillow and tulips. A greek key upholstered bench provides a much needed place to take off your shoes. The homeowners gathered all of the their favorite family photos and we created a focal point with mixed sizes of black and white photos. They can add to their collection over time as new memories are made.
Exquisite Equestrian Ranch
Exquisite Equestrian Ranch
Paulina Perrault InteriorsPaulina Perrault Interiors
Joe Burull
Large farmhouse foyer in San Francisco with white walls and travertine flooring.
Palm Desert
Palm Desert
Meditch Murphey ArchitectsMeditch Murphey Architects
Front door opens to entry foyer and glass atrium. photo by Lael Taylor
Inspiration for a large contemporary front door in DC Metro with beige walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and beige floors.
Restoration After a Fire
Restoration After a Fire
Greystone Homes LLCGreystone Homes LLC
This is an example of a large traditional boot room in Other with blue walls and travertine flooring.
Front Doors
Front Doors
Abraxis Art Glass & Doors, IncAbraxis Art Glass & Doors, Inc
This is an example of a large modern front door in Denver with a single front door, a glass front door, beige walls and travertine flooring.

Large Entrance with Travertine 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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