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Traditional Entrance with Granite Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Craftsman style new construction
Craftsman style new construction
Single Source BuildersSingle Source Builders
Covered vaulted entry of Craftsman style two-story home overlooking a golf course in Concord, MA. The ceiling is western red cedar and the door is fir. These woods work very well together and a classy warmth to the front entrance.
Captain Sutton House c. 1687
Captain Sutton House c. 1687
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
This extensive restoration project involved dismantling, moving, and reassembling this historic (c. 1687) First Period home in Ipswich, Massachusetts. We worked closely with the dedicated homeowners and a team of specialist craftsmen – first to assess the situation and devise a strategy for the work, and then on the design of the addition and indoor renovations. As with all our work on historic homes, we took special care to preserve the building’s authenticity while allowing for the integration of modern comforts and amenities. The finished product is a grand and gracious home that is a testament to the investment of everyone involved. Excerpt from Wicked Local Ipswich - Before proceeding with the purchase, Johanne said she and her husband wanted to make sure the house was worth saving. Mathew Cummings, project architect for Cummings Architects, helped the Smith's determine what needed to be done in order to restore the house. Johanne said Cummings was really generous with his time and assisted the Smith's with all the fine details associated with the restoration. Photo Credit: Cynthia August
Rathgar
Rathgar
Ambient ArchitectureAmbient Architecture
Barbara Eagan
Photo of a medium sized traditional hallway in Dublin with grey walls, granite flooring and a black front door.
Knowlton House
Knowlton House
Cummings Architecture + InteriorsCummings Architecture + Interiors
The Abraham Knowlton House (c. 1725) was nearly demolished to make room for the expansion of a nearby commercial building. Thankfully, this historic home was saved from that fate after surviving a long, drawn out battle. When we began the project, the building was in a lamentable state of disrepair due to long-term neglect. Before we could begin on the restoration and renovation of the house proper, we needed to raise the entire structure in order to repair and fortify the foundation. The design project was substantial, involving the transformation of this historic house into beautiful and yet highly functional condominiums. The final design brought this home back to its original, stately appearance while giving it a new lease on life as a home for multiple families. Winner, 2003 Mary P. Conley Award for historic home restoration and preservation Photo Credit: Cynthia August
ДВУХЭТАЖНАЯ КВАРТИРА 154 КВ.М НА ПАТРИКАХ
ДВУХЭТАЖНАЯ КВАРТИРА 154 КВ.М НА ПАТРИКАХ
Инна Зольтманн | Дизайн и Декорирование интерьеровИнна Зольтманн | Дизайн и Декорирование интерьеров
Inspiration for a large traditional foyer in Moscow with yellow walls, granite flooring, a double front door and black floors.
ДВУХЭТАЖНАЯ КВАРТИРА 154 КВ.М НА ПАТРИКАХ
ДВУХЭТАЖНАЯ КВАРТИРА 154 КВ.М НА ПАТРИКАХ
Инна Зольтманн | Дизайн и Декорирование интерьеровИнна Зольтманн | Дизайн и Декорирование интерьеров
Large classic foyer in Moscow with yellow walls, granite flooring, a double front door and black floors.
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
Photo of a small classic vestibule in Toronto with white walls, granite flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
MARSALA
MARSALA
Ксения ВасильеваКсения Васильева
Прихожая, в которой изюминка — натуральный гранит, используемый в качестве напольного покрытия. Горчичные прожилки дублируются в горчичном пуфе, а спокойный серо-голубой цвет служит компаньоном.
MARSALA
MARSALA
Ксения ВасильеваКсения Васильева
Роскошный натуральный гранит переходит из прихожей — в кухню. Спокойные серо-голубые стены сменяются камерной марсалой.
Design ideas for a small classic front door in Saint Petersburg with granite flooring, a single front door, multi-coloured floors and feature lighting.
姫路・天満の家　主屋
姫路・天満の家　主屋
北野彰作建築研究所北野彰作建築研究所
玄関はその住まう方の人格までもを象徴する空間、であらねばなりません。初めて訪れた方が一歩、家の中に踏み入れた途端、住まう方のアイデンティを推し量れるような玄関であらねばなりません。そういう意識を以って玄関の設計を此れまで数々行ってきました。この玄関では全てが優しい色合いの自然素材だけで端正に構成され、恰も天から降る自然光のように、優しく柔らかい光に包まれるような気持ちとなるよう設計しました。
Condominium Lobby
Condominium Lobby
Deanna's Interior DesignsDeanna's Interior Designs
Bob Graham, Jr. Photography
Medium sized traditional foyer in Philadelphia with beige walls and granite flooring.
Aménagement de la villa de Mr C.
Aménagement de la villa de Mr C.
C&Co Aménagement d'IntérieurC&Co Aménagement d'Intérieur
Création de verrières sur mesure en chêne massif laqué noir et design et fabrication d'un console d'entrée assortie aux verrières.
Design ideas for a medium sized classic foyer in Grenoble with grey walls, granite flooring, a single front door, a black front door and beige floors.
Kenare
Kenare
Memar Architects Inc.Memar Architects Inc.
Design ideas for a large classic foyer in Toronto with white walls, granite flooring, a single front door and a brown front door.
Typhoon Bordeaux Foyer
Typhoon Bordeaux Foyer
GNL Contractors LLCGNL Contractors LLC
Typhoon Bordeaux Entry Foyer Photo Courtesy of Leticia DePaula
Inspiration for a large classic foyer in New Orleans with granite flooring, white walls, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Typhoon Bordeaux Foyer
Typhoon Bordeaux Foyer
GNL Contractors LLCGNL Contractors LLC
Typhoon Bordeaux Entry Foyer Photo Courtesy of Leticia DePaula
Design ideas for a large traditional foyer in New Orleans with granite flooring, white walls, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
VILLA BLANCHE
VILLA BLANCHE
北野彰作建築研究所北野彰作建築研究所
「家の顔」とも云える門屋廻りの夜の表情も大切にしたいところです。そういう意味で照明で浮かび上がるシルエットのデザインは非常に大切です。門屋部分の引戸と屋根付きポーチの入り口に設置した引戸とを同じ「大小格子」のデザインで揃えて意匠の統一性を図ったことは夜になるとより明確に感じることが出来ます。
This is an example of a large traditional entrance in Osaka with white walls, granite flooring, a brown front door, grey floors and a wood ceiling.

Traditional Entrance with Granite Flooring 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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