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Traditional Entrance with Black Walls Ideas and Designs

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Remodel in Hingham, MA
Remodel in Hingham, MA
Roomscapes Cabinetry and Design CenterRoomscapes Cabinetry and Design Center
Design ideas for a traditional boot room in Bridgeport with black walls and black floors.
Extension, loft conversion & renovation - Russell Road
Extension, loft conversion & renovation - Russell Road
MAC Building Solutions LtdMAC Building Solutions Ltd
Nathalie Priem
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional foyer in London with light hardwood flooring, black walls and a feature wall.
Delray Noir
Delray Noir
Nikki Levy InteriorsNikki Levy Interiors
Everything and entry should be
Medium sized classic front door in Miami with black walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a white front door and grey floors.
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
Inspiration for a traditional entrance in Chicago with black walls, medium hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
West End Remodel
West End Remodel
The Kingston Group - Remodeling SpecialistsThe Kingston Group - Remodeling Specialists
Leslie Brown
Photo of a medium sized classic foyer in Nashville with black walls, marble flooring, a single front door, a black front door and black floors.
River Oaks Federal Colonial
River Oaks Federal Colonial
Windham BuildersWindham Builders
River Oaks, 2014 - Remodel and Additions
Classic vestibule in Houston with black walls, white floors and feature lighting.
Ashland Midsummers Night
Ashland Midsummers Night
Suzanne Childress DesignSuzanne Childress Design
Entry
Medium sized traditional foyer in San Francisco with black walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a purple front door and black floors.
Rural Home speaks NYC Brownstone Vibe
Rural Home speaks NYC Brownstone Vibe
Authentic InteriorsAuthentic Interiors
How Bold is this client desiring to surround themselves on three planes with black! Result is elegant and sophisticated! Creating the tone for their vision of a NYC Brownstone in the country vibe!
West Town Allure
West Town Allure
Dual Concept DesignDual Concept Design
Entry with a long natural wood console table styled with various accessories and with wall above adorned with a large round mirror and framed photos.
Inverness Circle
Inverness Circle
Tobi Fairley Interior DesignTobi Fairley Interior Design
Medium sized traditional foyer in Little Rock with black walls, medium hardwood flooring and a single front door.
To the Last Detail: Luxurious Apartment
To the Last Detail: Luxurious Apartment
Last Detail Interior DesignLast Detail Interior Design
The small elevator vestibule was not ignored! A dramatic black metallic backed grasscloth and oval Swarvski crystal encrusted mirror welcome guests in a dramatic fashion.
Coveted journey
Coveted journey
Amrami Design + BuildAmrami Design + Build
Photo Credit: Aimée Mazzenga
Large traditional foyer in Chicago with porcelain flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, multi-coloured floors and black walls.
Brookline Residence
Brookline Residence
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Photography by Michael J. Lee
Design ideas for an expansive classic foyer in Boston with black walls and marble flooring.
Yarranabbe House
Yarranabbe House
Kate NixonKate Nixon
Inspiration for a large classic foyer in Sydney with black walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a black front door and black floors.
Locke Point Lakehouse
Locke Point Lakehouse
Revision LLCRevision LLC
Photo of a medium sized traditional hallway in Minneapolis with black walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
East Lakeview Historic Rowhouse Renovation
East Lakeview Historic Rowhouse Renovation
Dan Rak DesignDan Rak Design
Design ideas for a traditional foyer in Chicago with black walls, a single front door, a glass front door, multi-coloured floors and feature lighting.
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.
House 395
House 395
Ryan Group ArchitectsRyan Group Architects
Vance Fox
This is an example of a large classic front door in Sacramento with black walls, dark hardwood flooring, a pivot front door and a dark wood front door.
Stanwood Family Home
Stanwood Family Home
Pelletier + SchaarPelletier + Schaar
Lots of storage, no excuse not to put your things away! Photographer: Kathleen King Photography, Inc.
This is an example of a large classic entrance in Seattle with black walls and porcelain flooring.
Classic French Style
Classic French Style
Kyle Hunt & Partners, IncorporatedKyle Hunt & Partners, Incorporated
Home Design Firm: Tom Rauscher, Rauscher & Associates, Landscape Design: Yardscapes, Photography by James Kruger, LandMark Photography
Large classic foyer in Minneapolis with black walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.

Traditional Entrance with Black Walls 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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