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Medium Sized Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Luxe, Galbe et Volupté, 67m2 à Paris
Luxe, Galbe et Volupté, 67m2 à Paris
Ameo ConceptAmeo Concept
Au sortir de la pandémie, de nombreuses surfaces commerciales se sont retrouvées désaffectées de leurs fonctions et occupants. C’est ainsi que ce local à usage de bureaux fut acquis par les propriétaires dans le but de le convertir en appartement destiné à la location hôtelière. Deux mots d’ordre pour cette transformation complète : élégance et raffinement, le tout en intégrant deux chambres et deux salles d’eau dans cet espace de forme carrée, dont seul un mur comportait des fenêtres. Le travail du plan et de l’optimisation spatiale furent cruciaux dans cette rénovation, où les courbes ont naturellement pris place dans la forme des espaces et des agencements afin de fluidifier les circulations. Moulures, parquet en Point de Hongrie et pierres naturelles se sont associées à la menuiserie et tapisserie sur mesure afin de créer un écrin fonctionnel et sophistiqué, où les lignes tantôt convexes, tantôt concaves, distribuent un appartement de trois pièces haut de gamme.
Midcentury Modern on Lake Harwell Point - Westminster, SC
Midcentury Modern on Lake Harwell Point - Westminster, SC
Chapman Design Group, Inc.Chapman Design Group, Inc.
Mark Hoyle
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury front door in Other with brown walls, light hardwood flooring, a medium wood front door and white floors.
1950's House Refurb
1950's House Refurb
Born Designers LtdBorn Designers Ltd
Design ideas for a medium sized retro front door in Sussex with orange walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a metal front door, brown floors, panelled walls and a feature wall.
Delray Noir
Delray Noir
Nikki Levy InteriorsNikki Levy Interiors
Everything and entry should be
Medium sized classic front door in Miami with black walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a white front door and grey floors.
Cultural Chic
Cultural Chic
Lux Pad InteriorsLux Pad Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian hallway in New York with brown walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and grey floors.
Rénovation 150 M2
Rénovation 150 M2
Alexandra Gorla Architecture d'IntérieurAlexandra Gorla Architecture d'Intérieur
L'entrée de cette appartement était un peu "glaciale" (toute blanche avec des spots)... Et s'ouvrait directement sur le salon. Nous l'avons égayée d'un rouge acidulé, de jolies poignées dorées et d'un chêne chaleureux au niveau des bancs coffres et du claustra qui permet à présent de créer un SAS.
Wexley | Urban Contemporary
Wexley | Urban Contemporary
Vision InteriorsVision Interiors
As a conceptual urban infill project, the Wexley is designed for a narrow lot in the center of a city block. The 26’x48’ floor plan is divided into thirds from front to back and from left to right. In plan, the left third is reserved for circulation spaces and is reflected in elevation by a monolithic block wall in three shades of gray. Punching through this block wall, in three distinct parts, are the main levels windows for the stair tower, bathroom, and patio. The right two-thirds of the main level are reserved for the living room, kitchen, and dining room. At 16’ long, front to back, these three rooms align perfectly with the three-part block wall façade. It’s this interplay between plan and elevation that creates cohesion between each façade, no matter where it’s viewed. Given that this project would have neighbors on either side, great care was taken in crafting desirable vistas for the living, dining, and master bedroom. Upstairs, with a view to the street, the master bedroom has a pair of closets and a skillfully planned bathroom complete with soaker tub and separate tiled shower. Main level cabinetry and built-ins serve as dividing elements between rooms and framing elements for views outside. Architect: Visbeen Architects Builder: J. Peterson Homes Photographer: Ashley Avila Photography
SHEPHERD'S BUSH LONDON
SHEPHERD'S BUSH LONDON
UserUser
Entryway with bench and console table in light oak. Artificial plant. Pendant lamp. Photographer: Juliette Murphy
Photo of a medium sized contemporary hallway in London with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
Modern Spanish Courtyard on the Lake
Modern Spanish Courtyard on the Lake
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Design ideas for a medium sized modern foyer in Houston with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and beige floors.
UN LUMINOSO ATTICO D'ATMOSFERA
UN LUMINOSO ATTICO D'ATMOSFERA
Annalisa Carli ArchitettoAnnalisa Carli Architetto
La scala conduce al soppalco sovrastante la cucina che attraverso un corridoio conduce alla passerella sopra all'ingresso. Foto di Simone Marulli
Design ideas for a medium sized scandinavian foyer in Milan with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
SW Portland Residence
SW Portland Residence
Emerick ArchitectsEmerick Architects
Medium sized contemporary boot room in Portland with brown walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and brown floors.
Inglenook Grove
Inglenook Grove
Riverwood Homes of ColoradoRiverwood Homes of Colorado
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Denver with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Kingfield Project
Kingfield Project
Prospect Refuge StudioProspect Refuge Studio
Design ideas for a medium sized bohemian hallway in Minneapolis with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Bay Head Beach Bungalow
Bay Head Beach Bungalow
ChangoChango
Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Art Curation, and Custom Millwork & Furniture Design by Chango & Co. Construction by Siano Brothers Contracting Photography by Jacob Snavely See the full feature inside Good Housekeeping
The New Southern
The New Southern
Pineapple House Interior DesignPineapple House Interior Design
The foyer wall outside the home office serves as a backdrop for a custom console with a concrete top and a hand forged iron stretcher in a black finish. Scott Moore Photography
Sunnyvale Family Home
Sunnyvale Family Home
Apartment 46 for the HomeApartment 46 for the Home
The front door was custom made. The side windows have recycled bubble glass windows for privacy.
Medium sized eclectic front door in San Francisco with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Ardsley Park Remodel
Ardsley Park Remodel
Calimia HomeCalimia Home
Medium sized contemporary front door in Miami with white walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and a single front door.
Vermont Residence
Vermont Residence
Touloukian Touloukian IncTouloukian Touloukian Inc
Anton Grassl
Inspiration for a medium sized country foyer in Boston with white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Modern Prairie
Modern Prairie
Lifestyle Homes, Home BuildersLifestyle Homes, Home Builders
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Portland with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and beige floors.
The Tara
The Tara
Perkinson Homes, Inc.Perkinson Homes, Inc.
This is an example of a medium sized traditional boot room in Richmond with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and feature lighting.

Medium Sized Entrance with Light Hardwood 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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