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Rustic Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Ravenswood
Ravenswood
Western Reclaimed Timber CorpWestern Reclaimed Timber Corp
Kindred Construction
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in Vancouver.
Wisconsin - Rustic Hunting Lodge Remodel
Wisconsin - Rustic Hunting Lodge Remodel
Michels HomesMichels Homes
Interior Design: Bob Michels & Bruce Kading | Photography: Landmark Photography
Design ideas for a large rustic foyer in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Daniels
Daniels
Great River Door CompanyGreat River Door Company
Custom sandcarved alder door & sidelites in Petoskey, MI
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Minneapolis.
Residential Work
Residential Work
Julian Builders, IncJulian Builders, Inc
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic front door in Little Rock with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
New Home - Moore Residence
New Home - Moore Residence
Golden Rule BuildersGolden Rule Builders
Custom tall door with side lights in entry way. Regeti's Photography
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in DC Metro.
Loveland
Loveland
Pioneer Log Homes of British Columbia LtdPioneer Log Homes of British Columbia Ltd
https://www.pioneerloghomesofbc.com/loveland/
Cabinets by Showplace
Cabinets by Showplace
Victor FaustinoVictor Faustino
This is an example of a medium sized rustic boot room in DC Metro with yellow walls, concrete flooring and brown floors.
Needle Mountains
Needle Mountains
LeGrand Construction, LLCLeGrand Construction, LLC
Design ideas for a medium sized rustic foyer in Orange County with white walls, slate flooring, a double front door and a light wood front door.
Crosswood Portfolio Home Interior
Crosswood Portfolio Home Interior
CROSSWOOD HOMES INC.CROSSWOOD HOMES INC.
Entry with art niches, barrel vaults and inlaid slate flooring.
Medium sized rustic front door in Denver with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
The Sanctuary
The Sanctuary
Durham Designs & Consulting, LLCDurham Designs & Consulting, LLC
Rustic elements are used throughout with cedar beams and unfilled, chisled-edge travertine stone from Walker Zanger laid in a Versailles pattern through much of the main floor. Luxurious patterened silk drapes adorn the large windows of the grand foyer and Louis XV chairs and rustic benches provide visitors a place to rest upon their arrival. Photo taken by Mitchell Kearney (www.mitchellkearney.com). Photos owned by Durham Designs & Consulting, LLC.
Rustic Refined
Rustic Refined
Maughan Design & RemodelMaughan Design & Remodel
Whitney Lyons
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in Portland.
Anderson residence
Anderson residence
CRS DesignCRS Design
The main entry area has exposed log architecture at the interior walls and ceiling. the southwestern style meets modern farmhouse is shown in the furniture and accessory items
Mountain Architecture
Mountain Architecture
Fountainhead Studio - Danny Houlihan, PrincipalFountainhead Studio - Danny Houlihan, Principal
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic foyer in Denver with a single front door and a glass front door.
Sprawling Bungalow in The Ranch
Sprawling Bungalow in The Ranch
Stonebuilt HomesStonebuilt Homes
Dana Lussier Photography
Large rustic foyer in Calgary with medium hardwood flooring, a pivot front door and a medium wood front door.
Sanctuary Residence
Sanctuary Residence
Steamboat Architectural AssociatesSteamboat Architectural Associates
Photos by John Robledo Foto www.johnrobledofoto.com
Photo of a rustic entrance in Denver.
Entry Hall - Rich Tones, Warm Colors and Old Worn Tile
Entry Hall - Rich Tones, Warm Colors and Old Worn Tile
Steven Martell FinishesSteven Martell Finishes
Rich Tones, Warm Colors and Old Worn Tile. All new resources distressed and aged to look old.
Photo of a rustic entrance in Boise.
South Sutton, NH Lake Home
South Sutton, NH Lake Home
TimberpegTimberpeg
Photo of a large rustic boot room in Other with slate flooring and a single front door.
Tomahawk Lake House
Tomahawk Lake House
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photo: Susan Gilmore Photography
Rustic foyer in Minneapolis with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a stable front door and a medium wood front door.
Modern Log Homes
Modern Log Homes
Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.Jackie Syvertsen ~ Windermere Real Estate/BI, Inc.
This is an example of a large rustic vestibule in Seattle with medium hardwood flooring, a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Lake House 1
Lake House 1
Cabin Architecture PLLCCabin Architecture PLLC
Grand Lake, CO
Photo of a rustic boot room in Denver with slate flooring.

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!
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