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Small Entrance with a Glass Front Door Ideas and Designs

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theSage
theSage
Arbor South ArchitectureArbor South Architecture
Mike Dean
Design ideas for a small traditional front door in Other with grey walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Van Aken Upstairs Amenity
Van Aken Upstairs Amenity
Asimou George Architecture + DesignAsimou George Architecture + Design
Photo of a small modern foyer in Cleveland with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
East Bay Makeover
East Bay Makeover
Rebecca Schnier ArchitectureRebecca Schnier Architecture
At frosted glass, note clear circle at eye level and rectangle at bottom of door for viewing visitor's features.
Photo of a small contemporary front door in San Francisco with a glass front door, white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a single front door.
Entry custom doors
Entry custom doors
Pacific Wood WorksPacific Wood Works
Inspiration for a small rustic front door in Other with a single front door and a glass front door.
Shenandoa Project
Shenandoa Project
CMR Construction GroupCMR Construction Group
This is an example of a small traditional front door in Miami with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and white floors.
Chisholm
Chisholm
Pacific Paradise PoolsPacific Paradise Pools
Inspiration for a small mediterranean front door in Orange County with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
Glass Front Doors - Glass Entry Doors Sandblast Frosted - Triptic Brown 3D
Glass Front Doors - Glass Entry Doors Sandblast Frosted - Triptic Brown 3D
Sans Soucie Art GlassSans Soucie Art Glass
Glass Front Entry Doors that Make a Statement! Your front entry door is the first thing people see and glass front doors by Sans Soucie featuring frosted, etched glass designs for doors create a unique, custom effect while also providing privacy AND light! A little or a lot, your front door glass will be obscure and private without sacrificing sunlight! Available any size, all glass doors are custom made to order and ship worldwide at reasonable prices. Door glass for exterior front entry will be tempered, dual pane (an equally efficient single 1/2" thick pane is used in our fiberglass doors). Selling both the glass inserts for front doors as well as doors with glass, Sans Soucie art glass entry doors are available in 8 woods and Plastpro fiberglass in both smooth surface or a grain texture, as a slab door or prehung in the jamb - any size. From simple frosted glass effects to our more extravagant 3D sculpture carved, painted and stained glass .. and everything in between, Sans Soucie designs are sandblasted different ways which create not only different effects but different levels in price. The "same design, done different" - with no limit to design, there's something for every decor, any style. Price will vary by design complexity and type of effect: Specialty Glass and Frosted Glass. Inside our fun, easy to use online Glass and Door Designer, you'll get instant pricing on everything as YOU customize your front door and glass! When you're all finished designing, you can place your order online! We're here to answer any questions you have so please call (877) 331-339 to speak to a knowledgeable representative! Doors ship worldwide at reasonable prices from Palm Desert, California with delivery time ranges between 3-8 weeks depending on door material and glass effect selected. (Doug Fir or Fiberglass in Frosted Effects allow 3 weeks, Specialty Woods and Glass [2D, 3D, Leaded] will require approx. 8 weeks).
BareStone House
BareStone House
Light House Architecture & ScienceLight House Architecture & Science
Ben Wrigley
Photo of a small contemporary vestibule in Canberra - Queanbeyan with white walls, concrete flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
Gallery
Gallery
Willow Wood Hardwood FlooringWillow Wood Hardwood Flooring
Design ideas for a small rustic hallway in Tampa with brown walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
No Holds Barred
No Holds Barred
C K Cabinetry and Design, LLCC K Cabinetry and Design, LLC
Photography by Jeffrey Volker
Design ideas for a small modern foyer in Phoenix with grey walls, limestone flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Hollywood Glam
Hollywood Glam
Homestyle Select DecorHomestyle Select Decor
Visitors are greeted with a charming painting with gold accents, a unique entry table and lamp that, together, set the tone for this glamorous home.
This is an example of a small bohemian foyer in Dallas with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Glass Entrance Porch
Glass Entrance Porch
ICDP ArchitectsICDP Architects
Small modern entrance in Glasgow with a glass front door.
Downtown
Downtown
Studio BespokeStudio Bespoke
Patrick Bertolino
Photo of a small modern foyer in Houston with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
Trichterweiterung
Trichterweiterung
PEANUTZ ARCHITEKTENPEANUTZ ARCHITEKTEN
Blick vom Garten auf das Atelier mit Steg. View from the garden towards the studio and pier. Foto: Stefan Meyer
Inspiration for a small contemporary front door in Berlin with a single front door, a glass front door and light hardwood flooring.
Riverside Dr.
Riverside Dr.
Studio537Studio537
Refined industrial - these clients have great taste and a refined interior. Hardwood floors, sleek white trim, and a neutral color palette all set the mood for the black-and-white photography, refined-industrial elements, and new edgy elements - a space for relaxing with family or hosting a party.
Glenhaven Residence
Glenhaven Residence
Abramson ArchitectsAbramson Architects
From the front entrance to the back patio, the structure acts as a portal that establishes views of the striking scenery from every room. Photo: Jim Bartsch
大蓮の家 アーチと２つの庭の異国情緒が広がる家 House in Ohasu
大蓮の家 アーチと２つの庭の異国情緒が広がる家 House in Ohasu
arbol一級建築士事務所　arbol一級建築士事務所　
玄関
Small contemporary boot room in Osaka with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a sliding front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
YB Bungalow Renovation
YB Bungalow Renovation
Blackburne JacksonBlackburne Jackson
Alterations and additions to a very modest beach side bungalow in order to create a modest family home that provides connected flexible spaces that merge internal living zones to the landscape beyond. image by Studio Next
Downtown Los Gatos Custom Home
Downtown Los Gatos Custom Home
Latala HomesLatala Homes
Small traditional foyer in San Francisco with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Loft à Montreuil
Loft à Montreuil
I F RénovationI F Rénovation
Perrier Li
Design ideas for a small industrial front door in Paris with green walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.

Small Entrance with a Glass Front Door 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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