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Traditional Entrance with Multi-coloured Floors Ideas and Designs

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Clapham Common Home
Clapham Common Home
Elena Romanova InteriorsElena Romanova Interiors
Design ideas for a traditional entrance in London with grey walls, a single front door, a black front door, multi-coloured floors, wainscoting and a dado rail.
Mudroom
Mudroom
R|House Design BuildR|House Design Build
New mudroom to keep all things organized!
Classic boot room in Minneapolis with grey walls, vinyl flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Transitional New Home Construction
Transitional New Home Construction
Copper CreekCopper Creek
Traditional boot room in Minneapolis with white walls and multi-coloured floors.
Mudrooms
Mudrooms
Classy Closets San DiegoClassy Closets San Diego
Photo of a medium sized traditional boot room in San Diego with grey walls, ceramic flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Bell Avenue
Bell Avenue
Flemming InteriorsFlemming Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Denver with white walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a blue front door and multi-coloured floors.
Prospect Heights Brownstone - Vestibule
Prospect Heights Brownstone - Vestibule
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Inspiration for a small traditional front door in New York with pink walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, multi-coloured floors and wallpapered walls.
Hadley Lake Cottage
Hadley Lake Cottage
Alexander Design Group, Inc.Alexander Design Group, Inc.
This is an example of a classic boot room in Minneapolis with white walls and multi-coloured floors.
2 Story Home Addition - Kitchen - Mudroom - Laundry Room - Porch - Master Suite
2 Story Home Addition - Kitchen - Mudroom - Laundry Room - Porch - Master Suite
The Cleary CompanyThe Cleary Company
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Columbus with vinyl flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Waterford Residence Mudroom Lockers
Waterford Residence Mudroom Lockers
Amy Carman DesignAmy Carman Design
When planning this custom residence, the owners had a clear vision – to create an inviting home for their family, with plenty of opportunities to entertain, play, and relax and unwind. They asked for an interior that was approachable and rugged, with an aesthetic that would stand the test of time. Amy Carman Design was tasked with designing all of the millwork, custom cabinetry and interior architecture throughout, including a private theater, lower level bar, game room and a sport court. A materials palette of reclaimed barn wood, gray-washed oak, natural stone, black windows, handmade and vintage-inspired tile, and a mix of white and stained woodwork help set the stage for the furnishings. This down-to-earth vibe carries through to every piece of furniture, artwork, light fixture and textile in the home, creating an overall sense of warmth and authenticity.
Classic Modern - Mudroom
Classic Modern - Mudroom
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
Built-in lockers for coat and shoe storage is perfect for this family of five. Patterned concrete tiles will perform well and add some fun to this mudroom.
Suburban Traditional
Suburban Traditional
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Design ideas for a traditional front door with a stable front door, a dark wood front door, wainscoting, grey walls, vinyl flooring and multi-coloured floors.
East Wilmette Addition and Gut Rehab
East Wilmette Addition and Gut Rehab
Parker & CompanyParker & Company
Inspiration for a large traditional boot room in Chicago with grey walls, brick flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Transitional Kitchen & 1st Floor Bonnema Remodel - Naperville
Transitional Kitchen & 1st Floor Bonnema Remodel - Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
Medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a white front door and multi-coloured floors.
Entry doors & Interior Doors
Entry doors & Interior Doors
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
This is an example of a small classic vestibule in New York with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a white front door and multi-coloured floors.
Leckhampton Road
Leckhampton Road
Completion Interior Design & ArchitectureCompletion Interior Design & Architecture
CLOAKROOM / BOOTROOM. This imposing, red brick, Victorian villa has wonderful proportions, so we had a great skeleton to work with. Formally quite a dark house, we used a bright colour scheme, introduced new lighting and installed plantation shutters throughout. The brief was for it to be beautifully stylish at the same time as being somewhere the family can relax. We also converted part of the double garage into a music studio for the teenage boys - complete with sound proofing!
Stratford Whole House Renovation
Stratford Whole House Renovation
Audino Construction, Inc.Audino Construction, Inc.
Tommy Kile Photography
Photo of a large classic hallway in Austin with white walls, multi-coloured floors and vinyl flooring.
Lyrical Charm
Lyrical Charm
Jodi Fleming DesignJodi Fleming Design
This is an example of a classic foyer in Toronto with white walls, marble flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Bellona House Entry Foyer
Bellona House Entry Foyer
Vincent Greene ArchitectsVincent Greene Architects
Photo Credit: Vince Lupo, Interiors: Michael Hall of Hall & Co.
This is an example of a classic foyer in Baltimore with white walls, a single front door, a glass front door, marble flooring, multi-coloured floors and feature lighting.
Jane Lockhart Kylemore Custom Home
Jane Lockhart Kylemore Custom Home
Jane Lockhart DesignJane Lockhart Design
Jane Lockhart contrasts the chunky white moulding with Benjamin Moore Shaker Beige on walls and ceilings. Brandon Barré courtesy Kylemore Communities
Traditional entrance in Toronto with beige walls and multi-coloured floors.
Historic Transformation
Historic Transformation
Morgante Wilson ArchitectsMorgante Wilson Architects
Morgante Wilson Architects installed intricate trim in this Foyer to add to the formal nature of the space. The walls have a faux finish applied to them in a light gray tone. Chicago's North Shore, Illinois • Photo by: Tony Soluri

Traditional Entrance with Multi-coloured Floors 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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