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Somerset Renovation
Somerset Renovation
Balodemas ArchitectsBalodemas Architects
Anice Hoachlander, Hoachlander Davis Photography
Photo of a large midcentury foyer in DC Metro with a double front door, grey walls, slate flooring, a red front door and grey floors.
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
Mid-Century Modern home remodel
John Webb Construction and DesignJohn Webb Construction and Design
Here is an architecturally built house from the early 1970's which was brought into the new century during this complete home remodel by opening up the main living space with two small additions off the back of the house creating a seamless exterior wall, dropping the floor to one level throughout, exposing the post an beam supports, creating main level on-suite, den/office space, refurbishing the existing powder room, adding a butlers pantry, creating an over sized kitchen with 17' island, refurbishing the existing bedrooms and creating a new master bedroom floor plan with walk in closet, adding an upstairs bonus room off an existing porch, remodeling the existing guest bathroom, and creating an in-law suite out of the existing workshop and garden tool room.
Atomic Ranch MCM Main House
Atomic Ranch MCM Main House
Breathe Design StudioBreathe Design Studio
Our Austin studio decided to go bold with this project by ensuring that each space had a unique identity in the Mid-Century Modern style bathroom, butler's pantry, and mudroom. We covered the bathroom walls and flooring with stylish beige and yellow tile that was cleverly installed to look like two different patterns. The mint cabinet and pink vanity reflect the mid-century color palette. The stylish knobs and fittings add an extra splash of fun to the bathroom. The butler's pantry is located right behind the kitchen and serves multiple functions like storage, a study area, and a bar. We went with a moody blue color for the cabinets and included a raw wood open shelf to give depth and warmth to the space. We went with some gorgeous artistic tiles that create a bold, intriguing look in the space. In the mudroom, we used siding materials to create a shiplap effect to create warmth and texture – a homage to the classic Mid-Century Modern design. We used the same blue from the butler's pantry to create a cohesive effect. The large mint cabinets add a lighter touch to the space. --- Project designed by the Atomic Ranch featured modern designers at Breathe Design Studio. From their Austin design studio, they serve an eclectic and accomplished nationwide clientele including in Palm Springs, LA, and the San Francisco Bay Area. For more about Breathe Design Studio, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/ To learn more about this project, see here: https://www.breathedesignstudio.com/atomic-ranch
red door + black trim
red door + black trim
Moss Yaw Design studioMoss Yaw Design studio
a red door framed with black trim highlights mid-century modern details and a bold color palette.
Inspiration for a midcentury entrance in Orange County.
Galena Usonian
Galena Usonian
Genesis Architecture, LLC.Genesis Architecture, LLC.
Ken Dahlin
This is an example of a midcentury entrance in Chicago.
Los Altos Mid Century Modern Home
Los Altos Mid Century Modern Home
Weaver Design GroupWeaver Design Group
David Trotter - 8TRACKstudios - www.8trackstudios.com
Photo of a midcentury front door in Los Angeles with a single front door, a red front door and feature lighting.
West Slope Contemporary I Whole House Remodel
West Slope Contemporary I Whole House Remodel
COOPER Design BuildCOOPER Design Build
Custom double red doors with spaced window panels.
Inspiration for a midcentury front door in Portland with white walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door, a red front door and black floors.
Haus Mono
Haus Mono
Burkhard HeßBurkhard Heß
Foto: Christian Burmester
Design ideas for a medium sized retro boot room in Hamburg with white walls and concrete flooring.
Eichler Remodel
Eichler Remodel
Studio Bergtraun AIAStudio Bergtraun AIA
Inspiration for a retro entrance in San Francisco.
West Hollywood Ironwood
West Hollywood Ironwood
MULHOLLAND BRANDMULHOLLAND BRAND
Avi Ben David
Midcentury entrance in Los Angeles.
Entry : In Contrast
Entry : In Contrast
J. JorgensenJ. Jorgensen
www.j-jorgensen.com
Design ideas for a small retro vestibule in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Midcentury • UWS 100s
Midcentury • UWS 100s
InsideWrightInsideWright
A warm entryway with a mixture of styles. The colors bring this story together. Photos: Brittany Ambridge
Medium sized midcentury foyer in New York with red walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Security doors and Window Grills
Security doors and Window Grills
Unique Wrought IronUnique Wrought Iron
This seamlessly integrated security door still allows for the display of the glass feature above.
Inspiration for a midcentury entrance in Melbourne.
MC- Modern
MC- Modern
MilieuMilieu
Design ideas for a retro entrance in Seattle with a feature wall.
Roscoe Village Townhouse
Roscoe Village Townhouse
Artistic ConstructionArtistic Construction
Taylor Littrel
This is an example of a midcentury entrance in Chicago.
1950s Bungalow
1950s Bungalow
NaomiNaomi
This is an example of a small midcentury front door in San Francisco with a red front door.
Solar Decathlon
Solar Decathlon
UserUser
Our energy efficient modern entry door comes standard with multi-point locks and over 40 door styles to choose from. This truly custom entry door is available in over 300 powder coated colors for durability and noteworthy style.
Austin Mid-Mod
Austin Mid-Mod
PaintColorHelp.com DallasPaintColorHelp.com Dallas
Mary DeGreve professional photography
Design ideas for a retro entrance in Austin.
Mid-Wilshire Mangaris
Mid-Wilshire Mangaris
MULHOLLAND BRANDMULHOLLAND BRAND
Inspiration for a medium sized midcentury entrance in Los Angeles.
Mid Century Modern - Entry
Mid Century Modern - Entry
Melinamade - Residential Design + InteriorsMelinamade - Residential Design + Interiors
Bernard Andre Photography
This is an example of a medium sized midcentury foyer in San Diego with red walls and light hardwood flooring.

Midcentury Red 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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 midcentury 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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