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Malibu
Malibu
Kate Lester InteriorsKate Lester Interiors
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Los Angeles.
Grissen Residence
Grissen Residence
NDG ArchitectureNDG Architecture
The Entry is the Mountain Modern connection.
This is an example of a rustic hallway in Denver with dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
Modern Day Log Cabin - The Bowling Green Residence - Entryway
Modern Day Log Cabin - The Bowling Green Residence - Entryway
M.T.N DesignM.T.N Design
Windowed doors, flanked by more windows, let light into this handcrafted post and beam foyer. Produced By: PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes Photo Credit: Mountain Photographics, Inc.
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Mount Barlow
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Gibeon Photography / Fuse Lighting Aquitane Chandelier / Desiron Fortis Sconces / Mimi London Parchment Walnut Console / Desiron O Mirror / Desiron Darin Daybed / Kyle Bunting Cowhide Rug
Door Systems - Interiors
Door Systems - Interiors
Window VisionsWindow Visions
Photo of a rustic entrance in San Diego.
Tiled hallway
Tiled hallway
Carpet One Floor & Home Design CenterCarpet One Floor & Home Design Center
Medium sized rustic hallway in San Francisco with beige walls, terracotta flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
New England Woodworks custom concave design
New England Woodworks custom concave design
Leading Edge Gates & ControlsLeading Edge Gates & Controls
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Philadelphia.
Custom Reclaimed Built-In Lockers
Custom Reclaimed Built-In Lockers
Somrak Concept and Structure, Inc.Somrak Concept and Structure, Inc.
Trent Bona
Rustic entrance in Denver.
Snowy Elk Lodge | Entry
Snowy Elk Lodge | Entry
Best Custom Homes, LLCBest Custom Homes, LLC
Heidi Long, Longviews Studios, Inc.
Design ideas for a large rustic foyer in Denver with concrete flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and beige walls.
Sophisticated Comfort
Sophisticated Comfort
Suman ArchitectsSuman Architects
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Denver.
Sun Valley Family Lodge
Sun Valley Family Lodge
Miller-Roodell Architects LtdMiller-Roodell Architects Ltd
A couple from the Chicago area created a home they can enjoy and reconnect with their fully grown sons and expanding families, to fish and ski. Reclaimed post and beam barn from Vermont as the primary focus with extensions leading to a master suite; garage and artist’s studio. A four bedroom home with ample space for entertaining with surrounding patio with an exterior fireplace Reclaimed board siding; stone and metal roofing
Big Mountain Rustic Residence
Big Mountain Rustic Residence
Altius Design GroupAltius Design Group
Altius Design, Longviews Studios
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in Other with slate flooring.
Lakefront Timber Frame Home and Pavillions
Lakefront Timber Frame Home and Pavillions
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography
Grouse Ridge
Grouse Ridge
High Camp HomeHigh Camp Home
This is an example of a rustic boot room in Sacramento.
Snowcrest
Snowcrest
Studio ArchitectsStudio Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic foyer in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Rustic Entry
Rustic Entry
Inspiration for a rustic boot room in Dallas with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Sumptuous Residence - Wildridge
Sumptuous Residence - Wildridge
Martin Manley ArchitectsMartin Manley Architects
A sumptuous home overlooking Beaver Creek and the New York Mountain Range in the Wildridge neighborhood of Avon, Colorado. Jay Rush
Photo of a large rustic front door in Denver with a single front door and a light wood front door.
Jackson, Wyoming
Jackson, Wyoming
Summit Log & Timber HomesSummit Log & Timber Homes
Inspiration for a rustic hallway in Boise.
Great Point Lodge
Great Point Lodge
On Site Management, Inc.On Site Management, Inc.
Architect: Miller Architects, P.C. Photographer: David Marlow
Photo of a rustic boot room in Other with a glass front door.

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!
McCoy Colorado
McCoy Colorado
Ashley Campbell Interior DesignAshley Campbell Interior Design
emr photography
Photo of a rustic entrance in Denver.
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