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Luxury Entrance with Multi-coloured Floors Ideas and Designs

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2018 Home A Rama People Choice
2018 Home A Rama People Choice
Kent Shaffer Builders, Inc.Kent Shaffer Builders, Inc.
The Home Aesthetic
Photo of an expansive farmhouse foyer in Indianapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
classic comfort
classic comfort
Diane Burgoyne InteriorsDiane Burgoyne Interiors
Diane Burgoyne Interiors Photography by Tim Proctor
Inspiration for a large traditional foyer in Philadelphia with multi-coloured floors.
YC Residence
YC Residence
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Photography - LongViews Studios
Inspiration for a large rustic boot room in Other with brown walls, brick flooring and multi-coloured floors.
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
My Houzz: A Basketball Court, a Rooftop Kitchen and More in Manhattan
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
In the entry hall, a variety of patterns and finishes play off of one another with a sense of ease, and sets the tone for the rest of the house. Bisazza's Vienna Nero floor mosaics give the decor vintage appeal, while mirrored globe pendants and ornamental wallpaper lend a dash of opulence. Taking advantage of the hall's length, the Novogratzes installed a series of coat hooks for easy access. With a fast-paced family of nine, keeping organized is crucial, and practical ideas such as this make it possible to minimize clutter. Pendant lights by Tom Dixon, Y Lighting; Wallpaper, Flavor Paper Photo: Adrienne DeRosa Photography © 2014 Houzz Design: Cortney and Robert Novogratz
Bell Avenue
Bell Avenue
Flemming InteriorsFlemming Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Denver with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a blue front door and multi-coloured floors.
Mudroom
Mudroom
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Photography by Laura Hull.
This is an example of a large traditional boot room in San Francisco with grey walls, a stable front door, a white front door, ceramic flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Brentwood Regency Estate
Brentwood Regency Estate
Elizabeth DinkelElizabeth Dinkel
(Photo Credit: Karyn Millet)
Design ideas for a traditional entrance in Los Angeles with beige walls, a single front door, marble flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Modern Residence on Premium Point
Modern Residence on Premium Point
Thompson Raissis ArchitectsThompson Raissis Architects
Design ideas for a large modern foyer in New York with white walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Modern Tudor
Modern Tudor
Eaton + Stipp Custom HomesEaton + Stipp Custom Homes
Custom windows, engineered hardwood floors in white oak, white trim, restoration hardware light.
Expansive modern hallway in Indianapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
VICTORIAN DEAL BEACH HOUSE
VICTORIAN DEAL BEACH HOUSE
Cara Woodhouse Interiors LLCCara Woodhouse Interiors LLC
Expansive classic foyer in New York with white walls, a single front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
Transitional Estate
Transitional Estate
Interior ArchaeologyInterior Archaeology
Front to back entry
This is an example of a large classic boot room in San Francisco with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a white front door and multi-coloured floors.
Color Blocking
Color Blocking
Ann Lowengart InteriorsAnn Lowengart Interiors
We juxtaposed bold colors and contemporary furnishings with the early twentieth-century interior architecture for this four-level Pacific Heights Edwardian. The home's showpiece is the living room, where the walls received a rich coat of blackened teal blue paint with a high gloss finish, while the high ceiling is painted off-white with violet undertones. Against this dramatic backdrop, we placed a streamlined sofa upholstered in an opulent navy velour and companioned it with a pair of modern lounge chairs covered in raspberry mohair. An artisanal wool and silk rug in indigo, wine, and smoke ties the space together.
Lakewood Ranch
Lakewood Ranch
Design Creations by Yvonne LLCDesign Creations by Yvonne LLC
Photos of Lakewood Ranch show Design Center Selections to include: flooring, cabinetry, tile, countertops, paint, outdoor limestone and pool tiles. Lighting is temporary.
C-Cross Ranch
C-Cross Ranch
Marlena Design GroupMarlena Design Group
Photo of a medium sized rural boot room in Denver with beige walls, brick flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, multi-coloured floors and exposed beams.
Mauna Kea Fairways Entrance
Mauna Kea Fairways Entrance
Taleah Smith DesignTaleah Smith Design
Expansive world-inspired foyer in Hawaii with white walls, a double front door, a glass front door, multi-coloured floors and a wood ceiling.
Memorial Riad
Memorial Riad
Marion Interior DesignMarion Interior Design
Design ideas for a large mediterranean foyer in Houston with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Entry
Design ideas for a large mediterranean foyer in Miami with multi-coloured walls, porcelain flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Playa del Rey Mediterranean Whole House Remodel
Playa del Rey Mediterranean Whole House Remodel
Custom Design & ConstructionCustom Design & Construction
Mediterranean door on exterior of home in South Bay California Custom Design & Construction
Large mediterranean front door in Los Angeles with beige walls, a double front door, a blue front door, marble flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Georgian Contemporary
Georgian Contemporary
European Marble Company, Inc.European Marble Company, Inc.
Greg Wilson & Clifford M. Scholz Architects
Inspiration for an expansive classic foyer in Tampa with beige walls, marble flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Dallas | Lakewood | Mudroom & Powder
Dallas | Lakewood | Mudroom & Powder
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
We focused a lot on the cabinetry layout and design for this functional secondary laundry space to create a extremely useful mudroom for this family. Mudroom/Laundry Cabinetry: Cabico Elmwood Series, Fenwick door, Dove White paint Bench and countertop: Cabico Elmwood Series, Fenwick door, Alder in Gunstock Fudge Hardware: Emtek Old Town clean cabinet knobs, oil rubbed bronze Refrigerator hardware: Baldwin Severin Fayerman appliance pull in venetian bronze Refrigerator: Dacor 24" column, panel ready Washer/Dryer: Samsung in platinum with storage drawer pedestals Clothing hooks: Restoration Hardware Bistro in oil rubbed bronze Floor tile: Antique Floor Golden Sand Cleft quartzite (Wallpaper by others)

Luxury Entrance with Multi-coloured Floors 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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