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Traditional Entrance Ideas and Designs

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MILFORD HOME
MILFORD HOME
RITA O'BRIEN DESIGN GROUPRITA O'BRIEN DESIGN GROUP
Inspiration for a classic entrance in Detroit with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring, a glass front door, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.
Siding Replacement Projects
Siding Replacement Projects
Chattanooga eXteriorsChattanooga eXteriors
Project Details: We completely updated the look of this home with help from James Hardie siding and Renewal by Andersen windows. Here's a list of the products and colors used. - Iron Gray JH Lap Siding - Boothbay Blue JH Staggered Shake - Light Mist JH Board & Batten - Arctic White JH Trim - Simulated Double-Hung Farmhouse Grilles (RbA) - Double-Hung Farmhouse Grilles (RbA) - Front Door Color: Behr paint in the color, Script Ink
Choto European Traditional
Choto European Traditional
Sentinel BuildersSentinel Builders
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional boot room in Other with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Edit 1
Edit 1
Calais Custom HomesCalais Custom Homes
This is an example of a traditional entrance in Dallas.
Tudor Kitchen Remodel
Tudor Kitchen Remodel
AmberAmber
This kitchen is in a very traditional Tudor home, but the previous homeowners had put in a contemporary, commercial kitchen, so we brought the kitchen back to it's original traditional glory. We used Subzero and Wolf appliances, custom cabinetry, granite, and hand scraped walnut floors in this kitchen. We also worked on the mudroom, hallway, butler's pantry, and powder room.
Ida J. McCausland interior design
Ida J. McCausland interior design
MIKE IRBY PHOTOGRAPHYMIKE IRBY PHOTOGRAPHY
Mike Irby Photography
Design ideas for a large traditional foyer in Philadelphia with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and a dado rail.
Our Work
Our Work
A&J Romano ConstructionA&J Romano Construction
Design ideas for a large classic foyer in New York with white walls and medium hardwood flooring.
Wyman Hill
Wyman Hill
Sargent Design CompanySargent Design Company
Photography - Nat Rea www.natrea.com
This is an example of a large classic foyer in Burlington with red walls, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Deephaven Craftsman
Deephaven Craftsman
David Heide Design StudioDavid Heide Design Studio
Architecture & Interior Design: David Heide Design Studio Photos: Susan Gilmore Photography
This is an example of a classic foyer in Minneapolis with medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and brown walls.
newton residence 1 - entry door - dplk.22
newton residence 1 - entry door - dplk.22
david phillipsdavid phillips
exterior door / builder - cmd corp.
Large traditional front door in Boston with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
HARDING FARMHOUSE
HARDING FARMHOUSE
ML Interior DesignsML Interior Designs
Photo of a classic entrance in New York.
Craftsman Residence, Camden, Maine
Craftsman Residence, Camden, Maine
Dominic Paul Mercadante ArchitectureDominic Paul Mercadante Architecture
Brian Vanden Brink Photographer
Large traditional foyer in Portland Maine with light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Cherry Hills VIllage
Cherry Hills VIllage
Bellwether Design LLCBellwether Design LLC
This is an example of a medium sized traditional foyer in Denver with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Portland Oregon Custom Home built by Quail Homes of Vancouver Washington
Portland Oregon Custom Home built by Quail Homes of Vancouver Washington
Quail HomesQuail Homes
http://www.re-pdx.com/
Inspiration for a classic foyer in Portland with medium hardwood flooring, beige walls, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Kendrick Hill Interior Shots
Capital Construction IncCapital Construction Inc
Design ideas for a medium sized classic foyer in New York with beige walls, slate flooring, a single front door and a light wood front door.
Edina Country Club Addition & Remodel
Edina Country Club Addition & Remodel
Dovetail Renovation, Inc.Dovetail Renovation, Inc.
Steve Henke/Kory Reckinger
Photo of a classic boot room in Minneapolis with white walls, a single front door, a glass front door and feature lighting.
New Construction - Town of Two Rivers
New Construction - Town of Two Rivers
Bartow BuildersBartow Builders
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in Other with brown walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Craftsman
Craftsman
Malouf ConstructionMalouf Construction
This is an example of a medium sized traditional boot room in Phoenix with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Stunning Lakefront Home - Newport Landing
Stunning Lakefront Home - Newport Landing
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home Built by Arjay Builders, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions Cabinetry Provided by Eurowood Cabinetry, Inc.
This is an example of a large classic foyer in Omaha with brown walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
French Country Maison
French Country Maison
Denise Stringer Interior DesignDenise Stringer Interior Design
Design ideas for a classic entrance in Atlanta.

Traditional 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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