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NE Alberta Addition/Full Renovation/Dormer
NE Alberta Addition/Full Renovation/Dormer
Greener Concepts Construction Inc.Greener Concepts Construction Inc.
Beautiful detail of mudroom floor tile
Medium sized traditional boot room in Portland with grey walls, ceramic flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Project 640
Project 640
Jim Morrison Construction INCJim Morrison Construction INC
Medium sized traditional front door in Sacramento with slate flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and feature lighting.
Lake Winnipesaukee Retreat
Lake Winnipesaukee Retreat
TMS ArchitectsTMS Architects
Design ideas for a classic front door in Boston with brown walls, a single front door, a dark wood front door and grey floors.
MrGreensInCharge
MrGreensInCharge
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
The picture perfect home
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with beige walls, porcelain flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Golden Gate Heights Residence
Golden Gate Heights Residence
Cusp InteriorsCusp Interiors
This lovely craftsman style home provided the perfect blank slate for us to elevate with our clients' personalities. On the "must haves" list was add color, make it approachable and cozy, and keep the sunshine pouring in. The front rooms open to each other, so creating a flow connecting the spaces was important - however, giving each space its own twist was priority. We selected a bold red paint on the exterior of the front door and a classic, chevron-patterned, textured grasscloth for the Entry to set the stage. Lighting and furnishings were layered in for added pops of color and functionality. The Living Room furnishings were selected to maximize seating and relaxation. We delivered on color with the addition of an uber comfy, lime green swivel chair and placed it bordering the Living Room and Dining Room so one could join both conversations. The Dining Room walls were painted a moody blue to create a backdrop for chic dinner parties and record listening sessions. Reupholstered vintage dining chairs brought their own stories to the table while a custom made buffet stores oodles of board games and records. Custom window treatments in both spaces added the necessary privacy while allowing the sun to shine through and create the perfect sunny spots for their sweet dog to nap. Adding in artwork provided the fun punctuations in these two areas. When my client mentioned that she loves to sit out on the deck with a cup of tea and listen to the birds sing, my first thought was - let's have them join you inside! We reimagined the Breakfast Nook seating and created a custom banquette to perch on amongst the sweetest bird themed wallpaper. The Breakfast Nook's color palette of olive green and saturated orange paired with the lovely natural light is calming and perfectly reflective of our client's disposition.
Дом в традиционном стиле
Дом в традиционном стиле
Ангелина МостоваяАнгелина Мостовая
Дмитрий Буфеев
Inspiration for a small traditional front door in Other with black walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a white front door and white floors.
Metry Residence- After Photo
Metry Residence- After Photo
The Lighting StudioThe Lighting Studio
Foyer AFTER photo by Mary Ann Metry
Traditional entrance in Other.
Scalloped Spaced board fence with Red Cedar Arbor
Scalloped Spaced board fence with Red Cedar Arbor
Wayside Fence CoWayside Fence Co
Design ideas for a classic entrance in New York.
Waldorf Foyer
Waldorf Foyer
Unparalleled Eye Designs, LLCUnparalleled Eye Designs, LLC
Inspiration for a medium sized classic front door in DC Metro with vinyl flooring, brown floors, purple walls, a single front door and a white front door.
GODNEY ARTS HOUSE somerset
GODNEY ARTS HOUSE somerset
LEDSONLEDSON
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional hallway in Other with black walls, a single front door and a black front door.
Ornamental Metal Fences and Gates
Ornamental Metal Fences and Gates
AVO Fence & SupplyAVO Fence & Supply
This aluminum gate with granite posts marks the perfect entrance to this apartment building or school dormitory.
This is an example of a classic entrance in Boston.
2015 Pasadena Showcase House of Design
2015 Pasadena Showcase House of Design
Carolyn ReyesCarolyn Reyes
Photo: Carolyn Reyes © 2015 Houzz Entry, main house Design team: Pacific Hospitality Design
This is an example of a classic entrance in Los Angeles.
Monte Cristo Ironworks Iron Door Systems
Monte Cristo Ironworks Iron Door Systems
Monte Cristo IronworksMonte Cristo Ironworks
Dillon Chilcoat, Dustin Chilcoat, David Chilcoat, Jessica Herbert
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in Oklahoma City with beige walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a metal front door.
Halladay House
Halladay House
MB architecture + designMB architecture + design
Design ideas for a small classic boot room in Burlington with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and black floors.
Red House Lane
Red House Lane
Clare Elise InteriorsClare Elise Interiors
Photo of a traditional entrance in Surrey.
Glen Iris Project
Glen Iris Project
Sarah McPhee InteriorsSarah McPhee Interiors
Classic porch in Melbourne.
Kirkwood Kitchen Renovation
Kirkwood Kitchen Renovation
Besch ArchitectureBesch Architecture
Medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with grey walls, ceramic flooring and beige floors.
Front Entry Exterior Doors
Front Entry Exterior Doors
RJW ExteriorsRJW Exteriors
This is an example of a classic front door in Newark with a single front door and a black front door.
Haussmannien LYON 6 © Alios Rénovation
Haussmannien LYON 6 © Alios Rénovation
Alios RénovationAlios Rénovation
Christel Mauve
This is an example of a small traditional front door in Lyon with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Front Entry Doors
Front Entry Doors
Euroclad Windows and DoorsEuroclad Windows and Doors
6'8" Craftsman Textured fiberglass 1 panel plank door in a white wood frame, surrounded by 2 clear sidelights and transom glass.
This is an example of a classic front door in Vancouver with grey walls, concrete flooring, a single front door, a black front door and grey floors.

Traditional Black 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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