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Traditional Grey Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Entryway Doors
Entryway Doors
Heckard's DoorHeckard's Door
We did a Complete Retro Fit of this Entry Door. New Entry Door is a SIngle 3/0 x 6/8 PlastPro Smooth Fiberglass Doors with 22 x 48 ODL Paris Glass insert. With Kwik-Set Hardware
Northbrook Shingle
Northbrook Shingle
Highgate BuildersHighgate Builders
This is an example of a traditional porch in Chicago with a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Modern Bungalow
Modern Bungalow
Great Neighborhood HomesGreat Neighborhood Homes
Photography by Spacecrafting Real Estate Photography
Inspiration for a traditional entrance in Minneapolis with grey walls.
Arch Lite Charleston Cherry & Walnut Door • 6' 8" Tall
Arch Lite Charleston Cherry & Walnut Door • 6' 8" Tall
US Door & More IncUS Door & More Inc
Two panel discontinued. the prodcu woul dbe linke to 1-panel with new SKU: MCR06WCH Associated Products skus No Door Configuration Single Door Prehung Options Prehung, Slab Material Fiberglass Door Width- 32"[2'-8"] 36"[3'-0"] Door height 80 in. (6-8) Door Size 2'-8" x 6'-8" 3'-0" x 6'-8" Thickness (inch) 1 3/4 (1.75) Rough Opening 35.5" x 83.5" 38.5" x 83.5" DP Rating No Product Type Entry Door Door Type Exterior Door Style No Lite Style Arch Lite Panel Style 2 Panel Approvals Hurricane Rated Door Options No Door Glass Type Double Glazed Door Glass Features No Glass Texture No Glass Caming No Door Model Charles Door Construction No Collection External Wrought Iron Brand GC Shipping Size (w)"x (l)"x (h)" 25" (w)x 108" (l)x 52" (h) Weight 166.6667 Lead Time (day) prehung Doors: 7 Business Days Prehung:14 Business Days Prefinished, PreHung:21 Business Days Condition New
Fresh Traditional Lake Home
Fresh Traditional Lake Home
Lenox House DesignLenox House Design
This is an example of a traditional entrance in Minneapolis.
Delancey Place Townhome II
Delancey Place Townhome II
Kaminski + PewKaminski + Pew
This is an example of a traditional entrance in Philadelphia with a feature wall.
Manhasset Traditional with a Twist
Manhasset Traditional with a Twist
Christina Byers DesignChristina Byers Design
Photo of a traditional entrance in New York.
DC MODERN FARM HOUSE
DC MODERN FARM HOUSE
STEPHANIE BRADSHAWSTEPHANIE BRADSHAW
PHOTOGRAPHY: Stacy Zarin Goldsberg
Classic entrance in DC Metro with wallpapered walls.
Black Timber Front Door
Black Timber Front Door
Teal Timber Windows and DoorsTeal Timber Windows and Doors
Beautiful traditional style timber entry door painted in a charcoal colour with antique brass door knob and door knocker.
Inspiration for a classic entrance in Other with a single front door and a black front door.
Квартира в центре Москвы
Квартира в центре Москвы
Ira SagunIra Sagun
Прихожая в стиле современной классики. На полу мраморный ковер. Встроенные шкафы изготовлены в московских столярных мастерских. Люстра и бра из муранского стекла. Сквозь один из шкафов организован скрытый проход в спальню через организованную при ней гардеробную.
Lakewood
Lakewood
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Photo of a small traditional foyer in Grand Rapids with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.
Storefront Gallery and Vestibule
Storefront Gallery and Vestibule
Schwarz Lewis Design Group, Inc.Schwarz Lewis Design Group, Inc.
Tim Benson Photography
Photo of a medium sized classic front door in Chicago with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door, beige floors and feature lighting.
Upper East Side Apartment
Upper East Side Apartment
Jamie Nesbitt-Weber Interior DesignJamie Nesbitt-Weber Interior Design
Regan Wood Photography
Design ideas for a traditional hallway in New York with blue walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors and a dado rail.
Mark Terrace
Mark Terrace
Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.Archos Architecture & Design, P.A.
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Minneapolis with grey walls and porcelain flooring.
Atherton Residence
Atherton Residence
TINEKE TRIGGSTINEKE TRIGGS
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional front door in San Francisco with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door, brown floors and a dado rail.
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
This is an example of a large traditional foyer in New York with grey walls.
ENTRY WAY LIGHTING IDEAS
ENTRY WAY LIGHTING IDEAS
Classic Lighting & Design IncClassic Lighting & Design Inc
Photo of a large classic foyer in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a glass front door.
River Point
River Point
Natalie Clayman Interior DesignNatalie Clayman Interior Design
Two story foyer with Philip Jeffires grasscloth, custom staircase, Carrera marble tile, Stanton leopard carpet runner, Currey and Co chandelier.
Design ideas for an expansive classic foyer in Other with grey walls, marble flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Rosebank Traditional Craftsman
Rosebank Traditional Craftsman
Marilyn Hill InteriorsMarilyn Hill Interiors
Interior Designer: Marilyn Kimberly Builder/Developer: Twin Team Properties/Craftsman Builders
This is an example of a medium sized traditional boot room in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Greenblat Kitchen
Greenblat Kitchen
Woodcraft Design Build Inc.Woodcraft Design Build Inc.
This is the old formal dining room. We shifted the door to garage away from the kitchen and created a mud room made for minnesota. Tile floors, plenty of storage, light and laundry facilities.

Traditional Grey 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!
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