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Rustic Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Classic Rustic
Classic Rustic
Betsie Bay FurnitureBetsie Bay Furniture
Inspiration for a medium sized rustic hallway in Other with brown walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Wrought Iron Entry Staircase Details
Wrought Iron Entry Staircase Details
Ponderosa Forge and IronworksPonderosa Forge and Ironworks
Hammered wrought iron ring and shackle detail with riveted joinery.
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in Other.
The Wood
The Wood
Sergey HarenkoSergey Harenko
Photo of a small rustic entrance in Other.
AMC Chairback Lodge
AMC Chairback Lodge
Sean Litchfield PhotographySean Litchfield Photography
Sean Litchfield
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in New York.
Smith Lake Log Home
Smith Lake Log Home
Cornerstone ConstructionCornerstone Construction
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in Birmingham with medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and brown floors.
Rustically Refined
Rustically Refined
Fine Design Interiors, Inc.Fine Design Interiors, Inc.
This is an example of a large rustic foyer in Seattle with a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Portage Bay View
Portage Bay View
SHKS ArchitectsSHKS Architects
Benjamin Benschneider
Rustic entrance in Seattle.
Extraordinary Log Cabin
Extraordinary Log Cabin
Mason & Son Design & BuildMason & Son Design & Build
Inspiration for a rustic entrance in Atlanta.
Martis Camp Residence
Martis Camp Residence
Dynamic Architectural Windows & DoorsDynamic Architectural Windows & Doors
Architecture by Kelly-Stones Architects. Photography by Kelly-Stones Architects. Built by Loverde Builders Inc. Windows and Doors by Dynamic.
Rustic entrance in Other.
JL Const. WL House
JL Const. WL House
Hardwood Technologies IncHardwood Technologies Inc
Knotty Alder 2 Panel Arch Top Door accented by HT221 Casing and HT317 Base
Photo of a rustic entrance in Cedar Rapids.
EP Alpine Mansion
EP Alpine Mansion
BEARprogettiBEARprogetti
Le pareti ed il soffitto dell'ingresso dell'abitazione sono rivestite in legno di abete vecchio con posa orizzontale. Ricreare l'effetto "scatola di legno" in questo spazio ridotto permette di massimizzare l'effetto a sorpresa entrandonel soggiorno dall'altezza maggiore e dall'ambiente più ampio.
Possum Kingdom-door header
Possum Kingdom-door header
Green Valley Beam & Truss Co.Green Valley Beam & Truss Co.
Chris Wilson Photography
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in Dallas.
Hastings Mesa Green Home
Hastings Mesa Green Home
Dickerson Construction, Inc.Dickerson Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a large rustic front door in Denver with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Maine Mountain Home
Maine Mountain Home
Meldrum DesignMeldrum Design
A high performance and sustainable mountain home. We fit a lot of function into a relatively small space when renovating the Entry/Mudroom area.
Rustic boot room in Portland Maine with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, beige floors and wood walls.
Stoney Ridge
Stoney Ridge
Logs End, Inc.Logs End, Inc.
Stewart Curry
This is an example of a rustic entrance in Ottawa with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Sunriver Custom Home
Sunriver Custom Home
PGC Building + DesignPGC Building + Design
This is an example of a medium sized rustic foyer in Other with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Rustic Cabin - Entry/Mudroom
Rustic Cabin - Entry/Mudroom
Julia Williams, ASIDJulia Williams, ASID
The clients wanted to keep the cabin’s original front door, so we left it in its original position and converted it to a pocket door.
Photo of a rustic entrance in Portland.
Good Hart Cottage Remodel
Good Hart Cottage Remodel
Edgewater Design GroupEdgewater Design Group
The client came to us to assist with transforming their small family cabin into a year-round residence that would continue the family legacy. The home was originally built by our client’s grandfather so keeping much of the existing interior woodwork and stone masonry fireplace was a must. They did not want to lose the rustic look and the warmth of the pine paneling. The view of Lake Michigan was also to be maintained. It was important to keep the home nestled within its surroundings. There was a need to update the kitchen, add a laundry & mud room, install insulation, add a heating & cooling system, provide additional bedrooms and more bathrooms. The addition to the home needed to look intentional and provide plenty of room for the entire family to be together. Low maintenance exterior finish materials were used for the siding and trims as well as natural field stones at the base to match the original cabin’s charm.
Lake House, Kent NY
Lake House, Kent NY
PH ArchitectsPH Architects
Design ideas for a rustic entrance in New York.
RJE Home
RJE Home
Exciting Lighting and Home DecorExciting Lighting and Home Decor
Mountain Modern entry featuring log casing and stylish modern ceiling light. Photo by Stacie Baragiola
This is an example of a rustic front door in Los Angeles with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a medium wood 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!
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