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Small Entrance with a Glass Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Andersen Windows
Andersen Windows
Quality Window SpecialistQuality Window Specialist
Design ideas for a small nautical front door in Baltimore with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
Front Hall
Front Hall
Design InterventionDesign Intervention
Jon Encarnacion-photographer
Inspiration for a small midcentury entrance in Los Angeles with a double front door, a glass front door, grey walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Contemporary Craftsman Mud Room
Contemporary Craftsman Mud Room
Lark ArchitectureLark Architecture
Tall windows bring warm sunlight in from the backyard, with an open stair connecting the back door mud room to the great room. The mudroom is outfitted with deep storage cubbies flanking a beadboard backed bench, with bright polished chrome decorative coat hooks. [Photography by Jessica I. Miller]
Bluffview Modern Dogtrot
Bluffview Modern Dogtrot
h designh design
shoot2sell
Small modern foyer in Dallas with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
French Doors
French Doors
IllumiNation Window & Door Co.IllumiNation Window & Door Co.
Photo of a small front door in Phoenix with beige walls, brick flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
Lakefront Modern
Lakefront Modern
Jody Sprock DesignJody Sprock Design
This is an example of a small modern foyer in Other with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
KH Window Fashions, Inc.
KH Window Fashions, Inc.
KH Window Fashions, Inc.KH Window Fashions, Inc.
From KH Window Fashions, Inc., a roman shade with easy to open and close functionality.
Inspiration for a small country front door in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Modern Twist on Traditional
Modern Twist on Traditional
Nystrom DesignNystrom Design
Balancing modern architectural elements with traditional Edwardian features was a key component of the complete renovation of this San Francisco residence. All new finishes were selected to brighten and enliven the spaces, and the home was filled with a mix of furnishings that convey a modern twist on traditional elements. The re-imagined layout of the home supports activities that range from a cozy family game night to al fresco entertaining. Architect: AT6 Architecture Builder: Citidev Photographer: Ken Gutmaker Photography
Dentist Office
Dentist Office
Mimi Wilson - MW Design GroupMimi Wilson - MW Design Group
A busy dental office gets a dramatic makeover! This small practice spent years perfecting their services and solidified their name as one of the top dentists in the area. Dentist and owner of the office decided to thank his patients by providing a beautiful yet comfortable waiting room.
Brewster Flats
Brewster Flats
Betsy Bassett InteriorsBetsy Bassett Interiors
Design ideas for a small beach style boot room in Boston with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a glass front door and brown floors.
Tropical and Transitional Custom Home
Tropical and Transitional Custom Home
Masterpiece Design/BuildMasterpiece Design/Build
Kaunis Hetki Photography
Inspiration for a small world-inspired hallway in Miami with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
East Bay
East Bay
artdecorartdecor
The small entry steps up into an open floor plan.
This is an example of a small contemporary front door in San Francisco with a double front door, a glass front door, green walls and concrete flooring.
The Third Time's the Charm
The Third Time's the Charm
Mark Brand ArchitectureMark Brand Architecture
Edwardian Remodel with Modern Twist in San Francisco, California's Bernal Heights Neighborhood For this remodel in San Francisco’s Bernal Heights, we were the third architecture firm the owners hired. After using other architects for their master bathroom and kitchen remodels, they approached us to complete work on updating their Edwardian home. Our work included tying together the exterior and entry and completely remodeling the lower floor for use as a home office and guest quarters. The project included adding a new stair connecting the lower floor to the main house while maintaining its legal status as the second unit in case they should ever want to rent it in the future. Providing display areas for and lighting their art collection were special concerns. Interior finishes included polished, cast-concrete wall panels and counters and colored frosted glass. Brushed aluminum elements were used on the interior and exterior to create a unified design. Work at the exterior included custom house numbers, gardens, concrete walls, fencing, meter boxes, doors, lighting and trash enclosures. Photos by Mark Brand.
Coastal Mid Century Modern
Coastal Mid Century Modern
UserUser
Chipper Hatter
This is an example of a small midcentury front door in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
Pool House Entrance
Pool House Entrance
PPG PROLUXE Wood FinishesPPG PROLUXE Wood Finishes
Perfected with PPG Wood Finishes, this pool house allows homeowners to sit back and relax! This entryway combines functionality with elegant design. The wood siding and overhang cover you from the rain and allow you to enjoy the outdoors.
Wohnung auf St. Pauli in Hamburg
Wohnung auf St. Pauli in Hamburg
SlowDesign GmbHSlowDesign GmbH
Det Kempke
Photo of a small contemporary hallway in Hamburg with white walls, a single front door, a glass front door and white floors.
Maison neuve inspirée des granges angevine
Maison neuve inspirée des granges angevine
Agence Be DesignAgence Be Design
Photo of a small contemporary foyer in Angers with white walls, a single front door and a glass front door.
Prairie Pass Model Home
Prairie Pass Model Home
G.T. ISSA Construction LLCG.T. ISSA Construction LLC
Inspiration for a small traditional front door in Other with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.
Verdi Place - ADU
Verdi Place - ADU
Blue Horse Building & DesignBlue Horse Building & Design
This is an example of a small midcentury foyer in Austin with white walls, a single front door, a glass front door, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
San Jose Eichler
San Jose Eichler
BLAINE architectsBLAINE architects
Jean Bai, Konstrukt Photo
Photo of a small retro foyer in San Francisco with red walls, vinyl flooring, a glass front door and white 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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