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Traditional Entrance with Carpet Ideas and Designs

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Glass Doors
Glass Doors
HomeStory Doors of ChicagoHomeStory Doors of Chicago
15-Lite Door with clear glass
This is an example of a medium sized traditional hallway in Chicago with white walls, carpet, a double front door and a white front door.
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Bates Carpet and Furniture CenterBates Carpet and Furniture Center
Medium sized classic foyer in Other with yellow walls, carpet, beige floors and a dado rail.
Egypt Valley Traditional Residence
Egypt Valley Traditional Residence
Jennifer Butler DesignJennifer Butler Design
The ample, custom cabinetry in the mudroom hide all of the necessities of modern living at the "back of house" functional area. With windows and French doors flanking the long space, it is flooded with light and feels expansive. Indoor/outdoor STARK carpet is warm yet durable.
Carpet One Design Gallery
Carpet One Design Gallery
McCalls Carpet One Floor & HomeMcCalls Carpet One Floor & Home
This is an example of a medium sized classic entrance in Nashville with beige walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Entryway Remodel
Entryway Remodel
Valentine Design LLCValentine Design LLC
Photo of a large traditional foyer in Minneapolis with green walls, carpet, a single front door and brown floors.
Napa Ranch Residence
Napa Ranch Residence
Stonelace DesignsStonelace Designs
Upon entering through the front door of this Napa residence, the side walls mirror each other with a troweled traditional Japanese plaster. These rustic finishes were first used in chashitsu, meaning tea rooms, between the 15th century and 17th century in Japan. It is a very earthy finish, similar in feel to straw bale construction, yet elegant.
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Bereman Carpets Inc.Bereman Carpets Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in Other with yellow walls, carpet, beige floors and a dado rail.
The Cliff Gem
The Cliff Gem
Copper Leaf DevelopmentCopper Leaf Development
Briggs Johnson
Inspiration for a large traditional foyer in Boston with grey walls, carpet, a single front door and a white front door.
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Shaw Flooring Gallery
Usher Carpet & Tile CoUsher Carpet & Tile Co
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in Other with yellow walls, carpet, a double front door and a white front door.
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
Photo of a large traditional vestibule in Oklahoma City with beige walls, carpet, a double front door and a metal front door.
Milan
Milan
Fabrica Fine FlooringFabrica Fine Flooring
Photo of a traditional entrance in San Francisco with carpet, multi-coloured floors and wainscoting.
New York City Combination-Renovatin
New York City Combination-Renovatin
Lauren Rubin ArchitectureLauren Rubin Architecture
An entry foyer that pops with creative energy and color. Gorgeous wallpaper surrounds the hall. Beautiful entry rug with marble accents.
Expansive traditional foyer in New York with multi-coloured walls, carpet, a single front door, a metal front door, beige floors, exposed beams and wallpapered walls.
Merrion Road Modern Classic Hallway
Merrion Road Modern Classic Hallway
IRVINE NASHIRVINE NASH
Clean, neutral, pale shades accentuate this light and airy classic style entrance hallway. The timeless antique console table is the main feature of this hallway. It is gently offset by traditional accessories such as the mirror and lighting centrepiece.
Radiator Cabinets UK
Radiator Cabinets UK
Radiator Cabinets UKRadiator Cabinets UK
Our workshop is set-up to make Radiator Cabinets and Radiator Covers, that is our focus and we strive to provide the best cabinets at an affordable price. Installing our radiator cabinets is simple, we have a step-by-step guide on our website. The cabinets arrive assembled, and the brackets are already attached. Every detail is considered, and the cabinets are built to last with a stunning finish.
Historic Apartment, France
Historic Apartment, France
Stef AlbertStef Albert
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional hallway in Marseille with brown walls, a double front door, a medium wood front door and carpet.
Canadacraig Enterprise Ltd
Canadacraig Enterprise Ltd
ZAC and ZAC - PhotographyZAC and ZAC - Photography
Ⓒ ZAC+ZAC
Inspiration for a traditional foyer in Other with pink walls, carpet, beige floors, wainscoting and wallpapered walls.
Shaw Flooring Trends
Shaw Flooring Trends
Carpet CollectionCarpet Collection
Classic entrance in New York with carpet and beige floors.
Sitting Area Decoration (After)
Sitting Area Decoration (After)
Saltbox Home Staging and StylingSaltbox Home Staging and Styling
Phase 1 of redecorating this front entry flex space. We utilized this combination space as a dining/sitting area, and added character with wainscotting, new flooring and upgraded stair railing. Phase 2 will include updated wall colors, shelving and table decor, as well as window treatments.
Streeterville Apartment
Streeterville Apartment
Eva Quateman InteriorsEva Quateman Interiors
Werner Straube Photography
Medium sized traditional foyer in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, carpet, a double front door, grey floors, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.
Bar Lounge Area
Bar Lounge Area
Dolores Pian, Inspiring Interior DesignsDolores Pian, Inspiring Interior Designs
Inspiration for a large classic entrance in Toronto with beige walls and carpet.

Traditional Entrance with Carpet 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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