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Traditional Entrance with a Green Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Green Oasis
Green Oasis
Troy Rhone Garden DesignTroy Rhone Garden Design
Traditional front door in Birmingham with a single front door and a green 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
Mudrooms
Mudrooms
Platt BuildersPlatt Builders
Design ideas for a traditional boot room in Boston with green walls, brick flooring, a single front door and a green front door.
Entry porch
Entry porch
Tim Andersen ArchitectTim Andersen Architect
Original cedar siding below vinyl could not be salvaged, and was replaced with Hardie "Artisan Plank" fiber cement siding with 4" exposure. New carriage house batten doors have beadboard facing, and open outward on strap hinges. Handmade brick was used for porch.
Container Gardens
Container Gardens
A Southern GardenerA Southern Gardener
Medium sized traditional front door in Detroit with white walls, brick flooring, a single front door and a green front door.
Contemporary Cottage Addition
Contemporary Cottage Addition
Studio3 Design, Inc.Studio3 Design, Inc.
Kelly Vorves and Diana Barbatti
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in San Francisco with a single front door and a green front door.
Traditional Entry
Traditional Entry
Inspiration for a classic front door in New York with a double front door and a green front door.
Fresh Modern Colonial
Fresh Modern Colonial
Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.Barnes Vanze Architects, Inc.
Photographer: Anice Hoachlander from Hoachlander Davis Photography, LLC Principal Designer: Anthony "Ankie" Barnes, AIA, LEED AP
Design ideas for a classic boot room in DC Metro with a green front door, beige walls and a stable front door.
Vibrant Accent Doors
Vibrant Accent Doors
Five Star Painting of Colorado SpringsFive Star Painting of Colorado Springs
Photo of a medium sized classic front door in Denver with a single front door and a green front door.
Craftsman Entry Overhang
Craftsman Entry Overhang
Colin Healy Design LLCColin Healy Design LLC
A Craftsman Style roof overhang with cedar brackets and standing seam copper roofing was added over the existing brick step.
This is an example of a small traditional front door in New York with grey walls, a single front door and a green front door.
Our Projects
Our Projects
Transform Home ImprovementsTransform Home Improvements
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door in Detroit with a double front door and a green front door.
Net Zero Energy Home
Net Zero Energy Home
J. W. Huber Architect LLCJ. W. Huber Architect LLC
Marvin Windows and Doors
This is an example of a classic front door in New York with a single front door and a green front door.
Hillgrove Project
Hillgrove Project
Tim Barber ArchitectsTim Barber Architects
Karyn Millet Photography
Design ideas for a classic entrance in Los Angeles with a single front door and a green front door.
Rollingwood Slide House
Rollingwood Slide House
Oliver Custom HomesOliver Custom Homes
Architect: Tim Brown Architecture. Photographer: Casey Fry
This is an example of a large traditional front door in Austin with white walls, a double front door and a green front door.
The Green, Refurbishment
The Green, Refurbishment
Michael Jones ArchitectsMichael Jones Architects
This is an example of a classic entrance in Other with a double front door, a green front door and feature lighting.
French Retreat
French Retreat
Nathalie Priem PhotographyNathalie Priem Photography
Nathalie Priem
This is an example of a large classic entrance in Toulouse with a double front door, beige walls and a green front door.
Coastal BLU PVD Stainless Polished Brass Hardware Specified as Part of Farmhouse
Coastal BLU PVD Stainless Polished Brass Hardware Specified as Part of Farmhouse
Coastal GroupCoastal Group
Mrs Ballard has recently undertaken an extensive refurbishment and extension project at her traditional 1890s Hertfordshire farmhouse. Replacing the original windows at the front of the home as well as specifying new timber sash windows for the new extension, a stunning new front door was also included as part of the project. Mrs Ballard chose a stunning ‘Lydford’ timber front door from the Dale Joinery range, finished in the shade of ‘Chrome Green’. To complete the look at the front of her home, PVD Stainless Polished Brass door hardware from the Coastal range were specified, including the DKB192 Doctor’s Front Door Knocker, REG090 Regent Lever Door Handle and LP400 Sleeved Letter Plate. The PVD Polished Brass finish was the perfect, complementary choice to the dark green finish of the door, and suits the traditional façade. The new front door really is a statement piece, and has added an extra level of beauty to this stunning countryside property.
Lucan Renovation
Lucan Renovation
Notrom ConstructionNotrom Construction
Notrom Construction were employed to renovate this home into a open living area /kitchen for the clients ​ Details Interior wall demolished All new alu clad VELFAC windows Completely new kitchen All new interior joinery (floors, doors, frames, skirtings, windows boards etc) Completely new bathrooms (granite slabs in shower area) All new tiles in bathrooms Granite top fitted to existing vanity unit in main bathroom New velux windows in existing extension Attic and ground floor exterior walls insulated with spray foam insulation New remote control gas fire installed Roof repairs on existing roof Entire House painted Landscaping
Фото интерьера квартиры на Варшавском шоссе
Фото интерьера квартиры на Варшавском шоссе
Вера Шеверденок | Roomba interiorВера Шеверденок | Roomba interior
Inspiration for a classic hallway in Moscow with white walls, a single front door, a green front door, porcelain flooring and multi-coloured floors.
Mercer Island Residence
Mercer Island Residence
UserUser
Traditional front door in San Diego with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a green front door.

Traditional Entrance with a Green Front Door 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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