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Transitional Modern Living
Transitional Modern Living
Collective Design + BuildCollective Design + Build
Photo of a traditional foyer in Phoenix with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Winchester Residence
Winchester Residence
Lee KimballLee Kimball
We transformed the light and bright traditional entry way into a more sophisticated and transitional design. We did this by using neutral tones throughout, installing elevated patterns and textures, and adding modern furnishings. The space is grounded by a beautiful Landry and Arcari rug, which compliments the neutral yet dramatic wallpaper by Kravet. The Rope Center Table by Bungalow 5 fits the space perfectly and acts as a functional place to set items down. Above that the newly installed bold light fixture by Shades of Light illuminates the space. The updated seat cushions allow the homeowners a beautiful and equally durable place to take off their shoes and they can rest easy knowing the Perennials performance fabric will stand the test of time as it is stain and fade resistant, mildew and mold resistant, and bleach cleanable so no matter what accidents may occur throughout the years this fabric will clean up easily and look as good as new.
Home Staging Projects - Ichijo Technologies
Home Staging Projects - Ichijo Technologies
Gifted Design ChikGifted Design Chik
Large classic hallway in Portland with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
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Nolensville New Build
Nolensville New Build
Usable Space Interiors, LLCUsable Space Interiors, LLC
Another angle.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
West Lafayette Transitional
West Lafayette Transitional
UserUser
Mudroom
Photo of a medium sized traditional boot room in Other with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a brown front door and beige floors.
Exteriors
Exteriors
AAA Custom Painting LLCAAA Custom Painting LLC
Classic front door in New York with a single front door and a yellow front door.
Textured Craftsman Home in Dexter, Michigan
Textured Craftsman Home in Dexter, Michigan
Forward Design Build RemodelForward Design Build Remodel
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Detroit with beige walls and beige floors.
Builder Grade to Custom Home Feel
Builder Grade to Custom Home Feel
Pinnacle Design & RemodelingPinnacle Design & Remodeling
Updated entryway with gorgeous tall white door with ample amount of light, semi flush light fixture, hardwood floors, and console table with pops of colors and storage!
Elegant Westside Estate
Elegant Westside Estate
Seattle Staged to Sell and Design LLCSeattle Staged to Sell and Design LLC
Stunning, elegant Westside estate & Entertainer’s dream!
This is an example of an expansive classic foyer in Seattle with white walls, a single front door and a glass front door.
Brentwood Traditional
Brentwood Traditional
Elizabeth DinkelElizabeth Dinkel
Photo of a medium sized traditional hallway in Los Angeles with white walls, a single front door, a black front door and multi-coloured floors.
Waterford Residence Mudroom Dog Shower
Waterford Residence Mudroom Dog Shower
Amy Carman DesignAmy Carman Design
When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.
West Meade New Build
West Meade New Build
Beth Haley DesignBeth Haley Design
Beautiful transitional entryway idea.
Photo of a classic entrance in Nashville with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Custom Home | Private Rd. CR | New Braunfels, Texas
Custom Home | Private Rd. CR | New Braunfels, Texas
MSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORSMSA ARCHITECTURE + INTERIORS
Photo of a classic foyer in Austin with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
Riverside
Riverside
Jennifer Radakovic DesignJennifer Radakovic Design
Rear Entry Drop-Zone
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional hallway in Richmond with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and brown floors.
West Clay Residence
West Clay Residence
Nystrom DesignNystrom Design
Design ideas for a classic hallway in San Francisco with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a white front door and brown floors.
Peaceful Spa-inspired Retreat
Peaceful Spa-inspired Retreat
Peery HomesPeery Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in Other with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Revived Colonial
Revived Colonial
VanderHorn ArchitectsVanderHorn Architects
Photo of a classic front door in Other with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Custom Modern Farmhouse on Abington Way
Custom Modern Farmhouse on Abington Way
L&B Limited CompanyL&B Limited Company
This is an example of a traditional entrance in Houston with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and brown floors.
Urban Oasis
Urban Oasis
Interior InspirationsInterior Inspirations
Photo of a medium sized traditional foyer in Calgary with red walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and beige floors.

Traditional 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!
Ordway Street
Ordway Street
Eisenmann ArchitectureEisenmann Architecture
Mark Compton
Photo of a large traditional front door in San Francisco with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and brown floors.
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