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Golden Gate Heights Residence
Golden Gate Heights Residence
Cusp InteriorsCusp Interiors
This lovely craftsman style home provided the perfect blank slate for us to elevate with our clients' personalities. On the "must haves" list was add color, make it approachable and cozy, and keep the sunshine pouring in. The front rooms open to each other, so creating a flow connecting the spaces was important - however, giving each space its own twist was priority. We selected a bold red paint on the exterior of the front door and a classic, chevron-patterned, textured grasscloth for the Entry to set the stage. Lighting and furnishings were layered in for added pops of color and functionality. The Living Room furnishings were selected to maximize seating and relaxation. We delivered on color with the addition of an uber comfy, lime green swivel chair and placed it bordering the Living Room and Dining Room so one could join both conversations. The Dining Room walls were painted a moody blue to create a backdrop for chic dinner parties and record listening sessions. Reupholstered vintage dining chairs brought their own stories to the table while a custom made buffet stores oodles of board games and records. Custom window treatments in both spaces added the necessary privacy while allowing the sun to shine through and create the perfect sunny spots for their sweet dog to nap. Adding in artwork provided the fun punctuations in these two areas. When my client mentioned that she loves to sit out on the deck with a cup of tea and listen to the birds sing, my first thought was - let's have them join you inside! We reimagined the Breakfast Nook seating and created a custom banquette to perch on amongst the sweetest bird themed wallpaper. The Breakfast Nook's color palette of olive green and saturated orange paired with the lovely natural light is calming and perfectly reflective of our client's disposition.
Hopkins Whole House Renovation
Hopkins Whole House Renovation
Revolution Design and BuildRevolution Design and Build
Design ideas for a large classic boot room in Minneapolis with a single front door, a white front door and grey floors.
Modern Ranch House
Modern Ranch House
Terra Firma Custom HomesTerra Firma Custom Homes
Large rustic boot room in Denver with beige walls and beige floors.
ブルックリンハウス
ブルックリンハウス
株式会社REGARD（リガード）株式会社REGARD（リガード）
三和土（たたき）の土間玄関は、壁も外壁と同じ仕上げで引き締まった印象に。広々としたスペースにオープンなシューズラックを組み合わせることで、圧迫感をなくし、お気に入りのスニーカーを並べてディスプレイして楽しんでいます。
This is an example of an urban entrance in Tokyo with black walls and a black front door.
Lake Ridge View // Midcentury Modern
Lake Ridge View // Midcentury Modern
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Design ideas for a midcentury entrance in Austin with black walls, medium hardwood flooring, a pivot front door and a metal front door.
Modern French Provincial
Modern French Provincial
Kristin Hoaglund DesignKristin Hoaglund Design
This beautiful French Provincial home is set on 10 acres, nestled perfectly in the oak trees. The original home was built in 1974 and had two large additions added; a great room in 1990 and a main floor master suite in 2001. This was my dream project: a full gut renovation of the entire 4,300 square foot home! I contracted the project myself, and we finished the interior remodel in just six months. The exterior received complete attention as well. The 1970s mottled brown brick went white to completely transform the look from dated to classic French. Inside, walls were removed and doorways widened to create an open floor plan that functions so well for everyday living as well as entertaining. The white walls and white trim make everything new, fresh and bright. It is so rewarding to see something old transformed into something new, more beautiful and more functional.
All Seasons Poolhouse
All Seasons Poolhouse
DTF Design, Inc. www.dtfdesign.comDTF Design, Inc. www.dtfdesign.com
This is an example of a traditional boot room in Seattle with beige floors.
Southland Farmhouse
Southland Farmhouse
David Reid HomesDavid Reid Homes
Built on the family station, this home is shaped as two large pavilions, linked by an entry. The main pavilion is a large, open-plan kitchen/living/dining area, with formal living separated via a sliding barn door. The second pavilion houses the bedrooms, garaging, mud room and loft area. The blend of form and materials in this modern farmhouse is a clever combination, honouring the owners' vision: to create a spacious home, with a warm “lodge” feeling.
LEO Door Collection
LEO Door Collection
CBW Windows and DoorsCBW Windows and Doors
LEO Door: This superb pre-assembled, pre-hung entry door is hand-made in the USA with love by CBW Windows & Doors, located in Los Angeles, CA. The Leo door is made with three powder-coated aluminum panels per side, as well as two 1 ½” wide clear-anodized aluminum thru-dividers. This unit comes with the frame (jamb), butt hinges, rolling latch, Euro-profile cylinder, anodized aluminum threshold, and 24” brushed stainless steel back-to-back pull bar. Please see documents for specifications and installation instructions. (All doors are customizable by clients)
Lakeside Getaway
Lakeside Getaway
RLH StudioRLH Studio
Spacecrafting Photography
Photo of a small nautical boot room in Minneapolis with white walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Organic Modern Mountain Home
Living Stone Design + BuildLiving Stone Design + Build
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic front door in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, brown floors and a feature wall.
Дача под Дмитровом
Дача под Дмитровом
TB.DesignTB.Design
Юрий Гришко
Medium sized classic boot room in Moscow with beige walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and multi-coloured floors.
Traditional Entrance
Traditional Entrance
Photo of a large classic hallway in London with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, multi-coloured floors, a glass front door, a coffered ceiling and a dado rail.
Upper East Side Apartment
Upper East Side Apartment
Jamie Nesbitt-Weber Interior DesignJamie Nesbitt-Weber Interior Design
Regan Wood Photography
Design ideas for a traditional hallway in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors and a dado rail.
Coolidge
Coolidge
Sticks & Bricks DevelopmentSticks & Bricks Development
Design ideas for a farmhouse front door in Phoenix with a single front door and a black front door.
Дом 160 кв.м.
Дом 160 кв.м.
Руслана БалабановаРуслана Балабанова
This is an example of a classic entrance in Moscow with brown walls and brown floors.
個性を体現した家
個性を体現した家
一級建築士事務所 　K16 Design Factory一級建築士事務所 　K16 Design Factory
リビングから玄関土間を見る
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Other with a dark wood front door, multi-coloured walls and grey floors.
Lake Retreat
Lake Retreat
UserUser
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in Other.
Bow Mar Modern Farm
Bow Mar Modern Farm
Haley Custom HomesHaley Custom Homes
Medium sized modern front door in Denver with a single front door and a dark wood front door.
OUTDOOR LIGHTING
OUTDOOR LIGHTING
Classic Lighting & Design IncClassic Lighting & Design Inc
MAXIM LIGHITNG, FEISS LIGHITNG, CIRCA LIGHTING
Photo of a medium sized traditional front door in Other with a single front door, grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and a black front door.

Purple, Black 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 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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