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Big Timber Lakeside Residence
Big Timber Lakeside Residence
Darin Wood PhotographyDarin Wood Photography
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in St Louis.
Rustic Elegance in Littleton
Rustic Elegance in Littleton
UserUser
This is a lovely, 2 story home in Littleton, Colorado. It backs up to the High Line Canal and has truly stunning mountain views. When our clients purchased the home it was stuck in a 1980's time warp and didn't quite function for the family of 5. They hired us to to assist with a complete remodel. We took out walls, moved windows, added built-ins and cabinetry and worked with the clients more rustic, transitional taste.
Mt. Washington Ski House
Mt. Washington Ski House
Randy TrainorRandy Trainor
Project designed by Franconia interior designer Randy Trainor. She also serves the New Hampshire Ski Country, Lake Regions and Coast, including Lincoln, North Conway, and Bartlett. For more about Randy Trainor, click here: https://crtinteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://crtinteriors.com/mt-washington-ski-house/
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The Enchanted Cottage
The Enchanted Cottage
Christopher P. Williams Architects, PLLCChristopher P. Williams Architects, PLLC
Photo of a rustic entrance in Portland Maine.
Worcester Range Renovation
Worcester Range Renovation
Newschool Builders LLCNewschool Builders LLC
Nestled against the backdrop of the Worcester Mountain Range lies this timeless Modern Farmhouse. This project consisted of a full gut to most of the interior as well as new windows, doors, siding, decks, and trim. Part of the project involved building an addition to join the detached garage to the main house as well as redefining the entry with a beautiful and functional mudroom and powder room. We also built out a new dining room with a ton of glass which helped to connect the interior with the lush gardens outside. Custom cabinetry, millwork, and builtins throughout. Doug Fir Timbers were used to support the load above while also providing a warm and handsome ascetic value throughout the downstairs as we opened the floorpan up. It is always refreshing to breath new life into an outdated structure.
Mill Creek Custom Home
Mill Creek Custom Home
Fishcamp Custom LLC.Fishcamp Custom LLC.
This entry way features log-style hand hewed logs with chinking and exposed reclaimed lumber trusses. The height and grandeur of the room is displayed by the custom armoires lining two of the four walls.
Slippery Rock Ranch
Slippery Rock Ranch
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in Other.
Snowpeaks Lodge
Snowpeaks Lodge
Weninger Construction & Design LtdWeninger Construction & Design Ltd
A well designed ski in bootroom with custom millwork. Wormwood benches, glove dryer, boot dryer, and custom equipment racks make this bootroom beautiful and functional.
Whitewater Lane
Whitewater Lane
Duet Design GroupDuet Design Group
Multi-Use Laundry and Mudroom, Whitewater Lane, Photography by David Patterson
Inspiration for a large rustic boot room in Denver with beige walls, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
Rustic Farmhouse with a Bohemian Feel
Rustic Farmhouse with a Bohemian Feel
Allen's Fine Woodworking, Inc.Allen's Fine Woodworking, Inc.
Sitting just off the kitchen, this entry boasts Medallion cabinetry that turns a small space into a repository of storage and functionality. The cabinets frame the window beautifully and provide a place to sit to prepare oneself for the elements, whatever they may be.
Trout Lake 7
Trout Lake 7
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Large rustic foyer in Minneapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors and feature lighting.
Cranberry Castle Stone Entrance
Cranberry Castle Stone Entrance
Quarry MillQuarry Mill
Cranberry Castle entrance with Quarry Mill Stone
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Other with a single front door and a glass front door.
Shady Canyon
Shady Canyon
Richard Krantz Architecture IncRichard Krantz Architecture Inc
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Orange County.
Rockridge Chalet
Rockridge Chalet
Weninger Construction & Design LtdWeninger Construction & Design Ltd
A fully functional bootroom in this ski chalet provides a catch-all space for gear. The space is carefully planned for flow. Ski storage with work bench area as well as lockers with coffee station ensure everything is available in one spot. Put gloves and boots onto the dryers for a quicker return to the ski slopes.
YC Residence
YC Residence
North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.North Fork Builders of Montana, Inc.
Photograpy - LongViews Studios Entry stone is Flagstone.
Design ideas for a large rustic hallway in Other with brown walls.
Georgia Plantation House
Georgia Plantation House
Allan Shope ArchitectAllan Shope Architect
Photo: Durston Saylor
This is an example of a large rustic foyer in Atlanta with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Mountain Peek
Mountain Peek
Centre Sky Architecture LtdCentre Sky Architecture Ltd
Mountain Peek is a custom residence located within the Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana. The layout of the home was heavily influenced by the site. Instead of building up vertically the floor plan reaches out horizontally with slight elevations between different spaces. This allowed for beautiful views from every space and also gave us the ability to play with roof heights for each individual space. Natural stone and rustic wood are accented by steal beams and metal work throughout the home. (photos by Whitney Kamman)
Shooting Star- 47
Shooting Star- 47
KAM DesignsKAM Designs
Photo of a rustic boot room in Other with slate flooring.
Modern Timber Frame Lake Home - Georgetown Lake Residence
Modern Timber Frame Lake Home - Georgetown Lake Residence
M.T.N DesignM.T.N Design
The entry steps down to a wet bar, complete with a wine cooler. Photography by: Rodger Wade Studios
Inspiration for a rustic entrance.

Rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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 rustic 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!
The Ranch
The Ranch
Splittgerber Professional BuildersSplittgerber Professional Builders
Rustic foyer in Denver with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
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