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Medium Sized Traditional Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Isle of Wight Holiday Home
Isle of Wight Holiday Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
We added tongue & groove panelling, built in benches and a tiled Victorian floor to the entrance hallway in this Isle of Wight holiday home
Medium sized traditional vestibule in London with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a blue front door, multi-coloured floors, panelled walls and a feature wall.
Edina Morninside Remodel
Edina Morninside Remodel
Tucker Thomas Interior DesignTucker Thomas Interior Design
Interior Design: Tucker Thomas Interior Design Builder: Structural Image Photography: Spacecrafting Custom Cabinetry: Engstrom Wood Products
Medium sized traditional boot room in Minneapolis with multi-coloured floors.
Arthur Avenue
Arthur Avenue
The Walker Group, Ltd.The Walker Group, Ltd.
Medium sized traditional boot room in Chicago with blue walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a white front door and grey floors.
Woodland Renovation
Woodland Renovation
A. Perry HomesA. Perry Homes
a good dog hanging out
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with ceramic flooring, black floors and grey walls.
DSWowFactor
DSWowFactor
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Picture Perfect Home
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and black floors.
Westlake Craftsman Remodel
Westlake Craftsman Remodel
Laura Burton InteriorsLaura Burton Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized classic foyer in Austin with green walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Attention to details
Attention to details
Mandy Brown Architects, PCMandy Brown Architects, PC
Foyer
Design ideas for a medium sized classic hallway in Chicago with beige walls, a single front door, medium hardwood flooring, a dark wood front door and feature lighting.
Waltham, MA - New Construction Condo Remodel
Waltham, MA - New Construction Condo Remodel
Rebel BuildersRebel Builders
After receiving a referral by a family friend, these clients knew that Rebel Builders was the Design + Build company that could transform their space for a new lifestyle: as grandparents! As young grandparents, our clients wanted a better flow to their first floor so that they could spend more quality time with their growing family. The challenge, of creating a fun-filled space that the grandkids could enjoy while being a relaxing oasis when the clients are alone, was one that the designers accepted eagerly. Additionally, designers also wanted to give the clients a more cohesive flow between the kitchen and dining area. To do this, the team moved the existing fireplace to a central location to open up an area for a larger dining table and create a designated living room space. On the opposite end, we placed the "kids area" with a large window seat and custom storage. The built-ins and archway leading to the mudroom brought an elegant, inviting and utilitarian atmosphere to the house. The careful selection of the color palette connected all of the spaces and infused the client's personal touch into their home.
Midcentury Modern Custom Home Build in Eagle
Midcentury Modern Custom Home Build in Eagle
Solitude HomesSolitude Homes
Photo of a medium sized traditional boot room in Boise with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Travelers Run Lane
Travelers Run Lane
George Asher Custom Homes LLCGeorge Asher Custom Homes LLC
Mud Room entry from the garage. Custom built in locker style storage. Herring bone floor tile.
Medium sized traditional boot room in Other with ceramic flooring, beige walls and beige floors.
Sewickley Farm Project
Sewickley Farm Project
Executive Developers, LLCExecutive Developers, LLC
double door front entrance w/ covered porch
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door in Other with concrete flooring, a double front door and a black front door.
President's House Goes from Outdated to Fabulous
President's House Goes from Outdated to Fabulous
Beco Kitchens and BathsBeco Kitchens and Baths
The room that gets talked about the most is the mudroom. With two active teenagers and a busy lifestyle, organization is key. Every member of the family has his or her own spot and can easily find his or her outerwear, shoes, or athletic equipment. Having the custom made oak bench makes changing foot gear easier. The porcelain tile is easy to maintain. Photo by Bill Cartledge
A Designer's Family Home
A Designer's Family Home
LaBonte ConstructionLaBonte Construction
Medium sized traditional foyer in Milwaukee with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a stable front door, a black front door, brown floors and exposed beams.
Classic Beauty in Rye
Classic Beauty in Rye
JWH Design and Cabinetry LLCJWH Design and Cabinetry LLC
This side entry is most-used in this busy family home with 4 kids, lots of visitors and a big dog . Re-arranging the space to include an open center Mudroom area, with elbow room for all, was the key. Kids' PR on the left, walk-in pantry next to the Kitchen, and a double door coat closet add to the functional storage. Space planning and cabinetry: Jennifer Howard, JWH Cabinet Installation: JWH Construction Management Photography: Tim Lenz.
Brentwood Addition/Remodel + Pool
Brentwood Addition/Remodel + Pool
Noble Johnson ArchitectsNoble Johnson Architects
Friend's entry to the pool and home addition. Interiors: Marcia Leach Design Cabinetry: Barber Cabinet Company Contractor: Andrew Thompson Construction Photography: Garett + Carrie Buell of Studiobuell/ studiobuell.com
Mud Room with Waypoint Cream Storage Cabinets and Lockers ~ Medina, OH
Mud Room with Waypoint Cream Storage Cabinets and Lockers ~ Medina, OH
Cabinet-S-TopCabinet-S-Top
In this mud room, Waypoint Living Spaces 650F Painted Silk/Cherry Bordeaux cabinets and lockers were installed. The countertop is Wilsonart Laminate in Golden Juparana with self edge and 4” backsplash.
Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House
Property Brothers At Home: Drew's Honeymoon House
Breeze Giannasio InteriorsBreeze Giannasio Interiors
Meghan Bob Photography
Photo of a medium sized traditional foyer in Los Angeles with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and brown floors.
The Riley, O'Fallon, IL
The Riley, O'Fallon, IL
D&F Contracting, IncD&F Contracting, Inc
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in St Louis with beige walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Nest in the Trees
Nest in the Trees
Anchor BuildersAnchor Builders
Design & Build Team: Anchor Builders, Photographer: Andrea Rugg Photography
Medium sized classic boot room in Minneapolis with white walls, porcelain flooring and black floors.
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
Design ideas for a medium sized classic foyer in Chicago with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, brown floors and feature lighting.

Medium Sized Traditional Entrance 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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