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Traditional Entrance with Carpet Ideas and Designs

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Claytonian Foyer
Claytonian Foyer
Cure Design GroupCure Design Group
When approached by local condo association, The Claytonian, they clearly were in need of a CURE. A refresh on their main foyer where residents and guests visit on the daily. Their desire to brighten up the bland and neutral entry was just what it needed. Senior Designer, Cori Dyer took to the task. Infusing color based on existing modern abstract art, infusing a contrasting color palette and lush fabrics and textures added the freshness it needed with a comfortable sensibility. The project included, adding new textured commercial grade carpet, refinishing the existing wood cocktail table, adding new wing back chairs with a fun fabric, a new tufted chesterfield sofa in a fresh blue velvet. Incorporating the existing lighting and artwork and re-purposing two chairs to create a separate seating area by the window!
Foyers/Halls by Kelly
Foyers/Halls by Kelly
UserUser
A step down basement family room features a cozy corner that house the wine server.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic entrance in Manchester with beige walls and carpet.
Home Renovation in Bardon
Home Renovation in Bardon
1STRUCT Building & Renovation1STRUCT Building & Renovation
Front Entrance
This is an example of a large classic front door in Brisbane with white walls, carpet, a double front door and a white front door.
Dakota Kitchen and Bath - Other Rooms
Dakota Kitchen and Bath - Other Rooms
Dakota Kitchen and BathDakota Kitchen and Bath
Glass doors on these foyer cabinets give the area an open feeling, connecting it to the formal dining room.
Classic foyer in Other with carpet and a dark wood front door.
Shaw Products
Shaw Products
DesignCo.DesignCo.
Inspiration for a medium sized classic foyer in Austin with yellow walls, carpet, a double front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
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.
Our Work 2
Our Work 2
Chautauqua Woods CorporationChautauqua Woods Corporation
This is an example of a medium sized classic front door in New York with beige walls, carpet, a double front door and a glass front door.
Domain Condo - Transitional
Domain Condo - Transitional
TwentySix InteriorsTwentySix Interiors
Transitional accessories on entryway console table.
Small classic foyer in Austin with beige walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door and beige floors.
MRZ Residence
MRZ Residence
Element HomesElement Homes
Photo of a classic entrance in Chicago with grey walls, carpet and grey 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.
Carpet with Runner on Stairs
Carpet with Runner on Stairs
Carpet One Floor & Home Design CenterCarpet One Floor & Home Design Center
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in San Francisco with yellow walls, carpet and brown floors.
StarrMiller Interior Design, Inc.
StarrMiller Interior Design, Inc.
StarrMiller Interior DesignStarrMiller Interior Design
Medium sized classic foyer in Charlotte with beige walls, carpet, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Penny Lane Farmhouse
Penny Lane Farmhouse
Indigo AcreIndigo Acre
A welcoming entrance to this beautiful, quirky Farmhouse.
Inspiration for a large classic hallway in Other with carpet, a single front door and a grey front door.
Exterior Patio/French Door Moldings Installation
Exterior Patio/French Door Moldings Installation
UserUser
Craig Cook
Photo of a medium sized traditional foyer in Charlotte with beige walls, carpet, a double front door and a white front door.
British Chic
British Chic
Soucie Horner, Ltd.Soucie Horner, Ltd.
Photos by Tony Murray
Classic foyer in London with grey walls, carpet, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Cote St Luc Reno
Cote St Luc Reno
Hibou Design & Co.Hibou Design & Co.
Guillermo Castro
Medium sized traditional vestibule in Montreal with white walls, carpet, a single front door and a white front door.
Mountain Clubhouse
Mountain Clubhouse
Lawrence and Gomez ArchitectsLawrence and Gomez Architects
Leather tile and solid walnut wainscot give this game room a fresh take on a classic look. Photo by Juana Gomez
Photo of a classic entrance in Denver with orange walls and carpet.
Hardwood and Carpet Staircase
Hardwood and Carpet Staircase
Boyle's Floor & Window DesignsBoyle's Floor & Window Designs
Brazilian Cherry Hardwood and neutral pattern stair runner
This is an example of a classic foyer in Philadelphia with grey walls, carpet and white floors.
PHILLIPS HOME
PHILLIPS HOME
Northport Flooring AmericaNorthport Flooring America
D. FAY PHOTO, M.BEASLEY DESIGNER
Photo of a traditional entrance in Cleveland with red walls, carpet, a double front door, a dark wood front door and multi-coloured floors.
Entryway Remodel
Entryway Remodel
Valentine Design LLCValentine Design LLC
Design ideas for a large traditional foyer in Minneapolis with green walls, carpet, a single front door and brown floors.

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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