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5 Room Villa
5 Room Villa
Papersky StudioPapersky Studio
Vintage entrance in Mumbai.
ORNATE CONSOLE TABLE
ORNATE CONSOLE TABLE
INEKO HOME LtdINEKO HOME Ltd
We are very excited in introduce our Ornate Console Table, which adds a new twist to our range. It’s all hand carved and exceptionally beautiful. It would look absolutely stunning in your hallway. What an elegant statement piece to walk into. So beautiful. You can either have it just like this, where we have top oiled it to protect from any cup stains or marks or you can have your Ornate Console Table painted in our truffle black colour and waxed. The choice is yours. The measurements of our Ornate Console Table are; 108cm in width x 47 cm in depth x 78 cm tall. The Ornate Console Table is all solid wooden with a clear top oiled finish. Our Ornate Console Table is not heavy, be will be packaged very carefully as it is very ornate. We will get onto it straight away but it may take up to a week but we will advise you following your order. Delivery for our large furniture or delicate items are through a specialist courier company at the rate of £55.00, but is free to you.
Bouchardon - 30m²
Bouchardon - 30m²
NEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior DesignNEVA Architecture Intérieure - Interior Design
L'entrée se pare de rangements sur mesure tout en longueur, entre portes fermées et étagères ouvertes. Le tout strictement aligné à la limite de la banquette.
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Квартира в ЖК Нескучный сад
Квартира в ЖК Нескучный сад
Архитектурная студия Максима НовиньковаАрхитектурная студия Максима Новинькова
Inspiration for a romantic entrance in Moscow.
Lakeside Cottage
Lakeside Cottage
Roberta Brown Root DesignRoberta Brown Root Design
This lakeside cottage was gutted to the rafters and then rebuilt with the bones of a Cape Cod. No one ever guesses the structure wasn't original.
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style entrance in Seattle.
Green Hills Makeover
Green Hills Makeover
Usable Space Interiors, LLCUsable Space Interiors, LLC
These beautiful, black outlined, glass doors really set the stage for not only this foyer but for the home. Fresh white walls and trim really allows all the beautiful colors to pop upon entering this eclectic home.
Cedar House Remodel
Cedar House Remodel
Todd Gordon Mather ArchitectTodd Gordon Mather Architect
Reading nook addition doubles as a new covered entry below. A large window at the new bench and nook area provide views to Lake Tahoe through the trees. Wood wainscot sits at the window's sill/casing height. Custom bench has storage below.
Completed Project
Completed Project
KMAC DesignKMAC Design
Inspiration for a medium sized vintage foyer in DC Metro with blue walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Ms. Nidhi's | 3bhk | Bren Imperia | Bonito Designs | Bengaluru
Ms. Nidhi's | 3bhk | Bren Imperia | Bonito Designs | Bengaluru
Bonito DesignsBonito Designs
The front door opens to a wall painted a vibrant apple-green, golden accent wall accessories, and to match with the theme a hanging pendant light that projects an interesting shadow all over the space. #bonito #bonitodesigns #interior #interiordesigns #decor #designstudio #foyer #foyerideas #entrance #elegant #vibrantcolor #applegreen #bohemian #bohostyle #bohemianstyle #saveit #shoecabinet #social #plants #indoorplants #decorandstyling #3bhk #live #breathe #design #luxury #bonitohomes
Saddle Bluff
Saddle Bluff
UL StudiosUL Studios
Needing a place for guests to sit and remove their shoes before entering their home, we placed this beautiful gray linen settee just beyond the doorway and added these aged mirrors to reflect the light. Throw in a few purple pillows from World Market to carry the purple theme throughout the home. Settee from Down to Earth at Gardner Village.
Dallas | Melissa | Kitchen, Bar, Dining, Fireplaces
Dallas | Melissa | Kitchen, Bar, Dining, Fireplaces
Kitchen Design ConceptsKitchen Design Concepts
This 1960's home needed a little love to bring it into the new century while retaining the traditional charm of the house and entertaining the maximalist taste of the homeowners. Mixing bold colors and fun patterns were not only welcome but a requirement, so this home got a fun makeover in almost every room! Original brick floors laid in a herringbone pattern had to be retained and were a great element to design around. They were stripped, washed, stained, and sealed. All wood floors in the home were also sanded, stained, and refinished so the front stairway got a mini-makeover as well. The bright yellow front door speaks for itself, and welcomes you to this stunning home.
Excelsior Lake Cottage Chic
Excelsior Lake Cottage Chic
JAL Architects LLCJAL Architects LLC
Inspiration for a large vintage entrance in Minneapolis.
Timberwall Reclaimed Collection - Cube
Timberwall Reclaimed Collection - Cube
TimberwallTimberwall
Photo of a medium sized vintage hallway with white walls, ceramic flooring and grey floors.
via rosita
via rosita
J. Grant Design StudioJ. Grant Design Studio
Romantic entrance in Santa Barbara with a single front door, a green front door and feature lighting.
Modern Cottage | Waunakee, WI
Modern Cottage | Waunakee, WI
Coyle Carpet One Floor & HomeCoyle Carpet One Floor & Home
Garage Entry Lockers by Aspect Cabinetry in Mink on Poplar || Stone Countertop by Dekton in Somnia
This is an example of a shabby-chic style boot room in Other with porcelain flooring and beige floors.
Mudroom
Mudroom
PondhousePondhouse
This is an example of a romantic entrance in Boston.
Potomac, MD Shabby-Chic Whole-House Remodel
Potomac, MD Shabby-Chic Whole-House Remodel
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
This is an example of a romantic boot room in DC Metro.
Staircase
Staircase
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
We love these curved stairs, the wrought iron stair railing, custom lighting fixtures, and arched entryways.
Expansive vintage foyer in Phoenix with white walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a white front door, multi-coloured floors, a coffered ceiling and panelled walls.
CASA ROMANTICA IN CAMPAGNA | 80 MQ
CASA ROMANTICA IN CAMPAGNA | 80 MQ
Deposito CreativoDeposito Creativo
This is an example of a shabby-chic style entrance in Bologna.

Shabby-Chic Style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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 shabby-chic style 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!
Shabby Chic Remodel
Shabby Chic Remodel
McCauley ConstructionMcCauley Construction
Design ideas for a shabby-chic style entrance in San Francisco.
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