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Beach Style Entry
Beach Style Entry
Inspiration for a large beach style foyer in Dallas with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a black front door.
Moore St House
Moore St House
BD Building DesignBD Building Design
Steel Framed Entry Door
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in Melbourne with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door, black floors and panelled walls.
stunning Farmhouse
stunning Farmhouse
Grayson Dare Homes, Inc.Grayson Dare Homes, Inc.
Dwight Myers Real Estate Photography
Large rural foyer in Raleigh with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and brown floors.
5th Street Beach Inspired
5th Street Beach Inspired
Alexandra Rae DesignAlexandra Rae Design
Simple Nantucket style white wainscot and a palette of cool blues, greens, and neutrals evoke that sense of sun, sea and sky. A built-in bench on the staircase landing with hidden bookshelves serves as a cozy reading nook or a place to tie shoes before heading out the door.
Alameda Residence
Alameda Residence
Christian Rice Architects, Inc.Christian Rice Architects, Inc.
Coronado, CA The Alameda Residence is situated on a relatively large, yet unusually shaped lot for the beachside community of Coronado, California. The orientation of the “L” shaped main home and linear shaped guest house and covered patio create a large, open courtyard central to the plan. The majority of the spaces in the home are designed to engage the courtyard, lending a sense of openness and light to the home. The aesthetics take inspiration from the simple, clean lines of a traditional “A-frame” barn, intermixed with sleek, minimal detailing that gives the home a contemporary flair. The interior and exterior materials and colors reflect the bright, vibrant hues and textures of the seaside locale.
Villanova Residence - front hall
Villanova Residence - front hall
Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.Archer & Buchanan Architecture, Ltd.
Photographer: Tom Crane
This is an example of a large traditional foyer in Philadelphia with dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Sweet Bloom - Demours
Sweet Bloom - Demours
Anne Chemineau - Decor InterieurAnne Chemineau - Decor Interieur
Rénovation complète d’un appartement de 96 m2 pour une jeune famille. L’objectif étant de créer une chambre et une salle de bains supplémentaires. Le plan a ainsi été totalement revu et a permis de créer un grand séjour avec cuisine ouverte et un espace parental.
Schuller Residence
Schuller Residence
AB Design Elements, LLCAB Design Elements, LLC
A welcoming foyer...custom wood floors with metal inlay details, thin brick veneer ceiling, custom iron and glass doors.
Inspiration for a large foyer in Phoenix with white walls, a double front door, a black front door and exposed beams.
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.
Modern Home Interior Ideas
Modern Home Interior Ideas
EL & EL Wood Products Corp.EL & EL Wood Products Corp.
A Modern Home is not complete without Modern Front Doors to match. These are Belleville Double Water Glass Doors and are a great option for privacy while still allowing in natural light. Exterior Doors: BLS-217-113-3C Interior Door: HHLG Baseboard: 314MUL-5 Casing: 139MUL-SC Check out more at ELandELWoodProducts.com
The Rustic Modern
The Rustic Modern
House SprucingHouse Sprucing
Inspiration for a large farmhouse foyer in Dallas with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Highland Ave - Green Phoenix Development
Highland Ave - Green Phoenix Development
Essex RestorationEssex Restoration
This is an example of a large classic foyer in Boston with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Boca Raton Splendor
Boca Raton Splendor
Bravas Boca RatonBravas Boca Raton
Modern home front entry features a voice over Internet Protocol Intercom Device to interface with the home's Crestron control system for voice communication at both the front door and gate. Signature Estate featuring modern, warm, and clean-line design, with total custom details and finishes. The front includes a serene and impressive atrium foyer with two-story floor to ceiling glass walls and multi-level fire/water fountains on either side of the grand bronze aluminum pivot entry door. Elegant extra-large 47'' imported white porcelain tile runs seamlessly to the rear exterior pool deck, and a dark stained oak wood is found on the stairway treads and second floor. The great room has an incredible Neolith onyx wall and see-through linear gas fireplace and is appointed perfectly for views of the zero edge pool and waterway. The center spine stainless steel staircase has a smoked glass railing and wood handrail. Photo courtesy Royal Palm Properties
San Juan Island Residence
San Juan Island Residence
NB Design Group, IncNB Design Group, Inc
Built in bench in entry with coat storage above. Custom sea glass chandelier takes center stage in the space.
This is an example of a large rustic foyer in Seattle with slate flooring and black floors.
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.
Gallery House
Gallery House
Christopher Simmonds ArchitectChristopher Simmonds Architect
The double-height foyer and finely-detailed stairwell is a celebration of light, illuminating the interior of the home and framing views of the distant streetscape.
Stately Stone and Clapboard Home
Stately Stone and Clapboard Home
Laplante Construction Inc.Laplante Construction Inc.
Design ideas for a large traditional foyer in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Sweetspire Select
Sweetspire Select
Buffington Homes South CarolinaBuffington Homes South Carolina
Photo of a large traditional foyer in Charleston with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Modern Day Log Cabin - The Bowling Green Residence - Entryway
Modern Day Log Cabin - The Bowling Green Residence - Entryway
M.T.N DesignM.T.N Design
Windowed doors, flanked by more windows, let light into this handcrafted post and beam foyer. Produced By: PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes Photo Credit: Mountain Photographics, Inc.
2015 Acadiana St. Jude Dream Home
2015 Acadiana St. Jude Dream Home
McLain Homes, LLCMcLain Homes, LLC
Photos by Scott Richard
Large classic foyer in New Orleans with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, a white front door and feature lighting.

Large Foyer 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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