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Traditional Entrance with Grey Walls 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.
DSWowFactor
DSWowFactor
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Picture Perfect Home
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and black floors.
Nottingham
Nottingham
Shannon CrainShannon Crain
Medium sized traditional boot room in Houston with grey walls and wallpapered walls.
Palm Beach Gardens Home
Palm Beach Gardens Home
Insignia Design Group LlcInsignia Design Group Llc
Sargent Architectural Photography
This is an example of a classic foyer in Miami with grey walls and beige floors.
New York Renovation
New York Renovation
Daniel Contelmo ArchitectsDaniel Contelmo Architects
This mudroom was designed to fit the lifestyle of a busy family of four. Originally, there was just a long, narrow corridor that served as the mudroom. A bathroom and laundry room were re-located to create a mudroom wide enough for custom built-in storage on both sides of the corridor. To one side, there is eleven feel of shelves for shoes. On the other side of the corridor, there is a combination of both open and closed, multipurpose built-in storage. A tall cabinet provides space for sporting equipment. There are four cubbies, giving each family member a place to hang their coats, with a bench below that provide a place to sit and remove your shoes. To the left of the cubbies is a small shower area for rinsing muddy shoes and giving baths to the family dog. Interior Designer: Adams Interior Design Photo by: Daniel Contelmo Jr.
Mud Room
Mud Room
Realty Restoration, LLCRealty Restoration, LLC
Christopher Davison, AIA
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Austin with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Bright and Airy Traditional Entry Foyer
Bright and Airy Traditional Entry Foyer
Lancaster Interior DesignLancaster Interior Design
http://www.homeanddesign.net/home-design-magazine-suncoast-design-issue/ http://www.bridgefordesign.com/design-projects/mediterraneandreamwinter16
Jewel Box Condo
Jewel Box Condo
Joy Martin ArchitectureJoy Martin Architecture
This is an example of a medium sized classic hallway in Minneapolis with grey walls, marble flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Lang Model 6305
Lang Model 6305
CAP Carpet & FlooringCAP Carpet & Flooring
This trendy Herringbone pattern is matched with a rustic-looking wood to create vintage charm in the modern home. CAP Carpet & Flooring is the leading provider of flooring & area rugs in the Twin Cities. CAP Carpet & Flooring is a locally owned and operated company, and we pride ourselves on helping our customers feel welcome from the moment they walk in the door. We are your neighbors. We work and live in your community and understand your needs. You can expect the very best personal service on every visit to CAP Carpet & Flooring and value and warranties on every flooring purchase. Our design team has worked with homeowners, contractors and builders who expect the best. With over 30 years combined experience in the design industry, Angela, Sandy, Sunnie,Maria, Caryn and Megan will be able to help whether you are in the process of building, remodeling, or re-doing. Our design team prides itself on being well versed and knowledgeable on all the up to date products and trends in the floor covering industry as well as countertops, paint and window treatments. Their passion and knowledge is abundant, and we're confident you'll be nothing short of impressed with their expertise and professionalism. When you love your job, it shows: the enthusiasm and energy our design team has harnessed will bring out the best in your project. Make CAP Carpet & Flooring your first stop when considering any type of home improvement project- we are happy to help you every single step of the way.
The Wade
The Wade
Beacon StreetBeacon Street
Design ideas for a medium sized classic foyer in Raleigh with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a black front door and panelled walls.
Washington, DC Transitional Addition & Whole-House Renovation
Washington, DC Transitional Addition & Whole-House Renovation
FineCraft Contractors, Inc.FineCraft Contractors, Inc.
FineCraft Contractors, Inc. AHF Designs William L. Feeney Architect
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional boot room in DC Metro with grey walls, slate flooring and multi-coloured floors.
White Shaker Style Mudroom
White Shaker Style Mudroom
Closet Factory - ColoradoCloset Factory - Colorado
This cottage style mudroom in all white gives ample storage just as you walk in the door. It includes a counter to drop off groceries, a bench with shoe storage below, and multiple large coat hooks for hats, jackets, and handbags. The design also includes deep cabinets to store those unsightly bulk items.
Project Highbourne
Project Highbourne
Diana Bastone DesignsDiana Bastone Designs
Small classic foyer in Toronto with grey walls, marble flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Barrel Foyer
Barrel Foyer
Claude C. Lapp Architects, LLCClaude C. Lapp Architects, LLC
Paneled barrel foyer with double arched door, flanked by formal living and dining rooms. Beautiful wood floor in a herringbone pattern.
Medium sized traditional foyer in DC Metro with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door, a vaulted ceiling and panelled walls.
Classically Coastal Custom Home
Classically Coastal Custom Home
Marty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design GroupMarty Rhein, CKD, CBD - BAC Design Group
This classical coastal home with architectural details to match has well-placed windows to capture the amazing lakeside views of the property. The 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home was designed with an open floor plan to provide a casual flow from space to space and affording each room with waterside views. Lakeside blue, grey and white hues are incorporated into the home’s color palette and interspersed with warm wood tones. The classic and efficient custom kitchen with two large islands accommodates day to day living with multiple workspaces and ensures effortless entertaining for larger gatherings. Creative storage solutions are incorporated throughout the kitchen with custom tray dividers, pull outs for spices and pantry items, and wine storage. The home boasts beautiful tile work and detailed trim and built ins throughout. A gorgeous wood burning fireplace in the living room creates a warm gathering space for this young family of four. Though this project is a new build, it maintains an inviting, sense of home and feels as though the family has lived here for years.
The Finley at Fawn Lake
The Finley at Fawn Lake
J. Hall Homes, Inc.J. Hall Homes, Inc.
The Finley at Fawn Lake | Award Winning Custom Home by J. Hall Homes, Inc. | Fredericksburg, Va
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in DC Metro with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a brown front door and red floors.
Barrington Kitchen
Barrington Kitchen
Ash Street Interiors, LLCAsh Street Interiors, LLC
Inspiration for a large traditional boot room in Chicago with grey walls and brown floors.
Park Ave NY, NY
Park Ave NY, NY
ajr Interiors LLCajr Interiors LLC
Foyer
Large traditional foyer in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Lawrence
Lawrence
AHD&CoAHD&Co
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional boot room in New York with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a black front door and black floors.
NE Alberta Addition/Full Renovation/Dormer
NE Alberta Addition/Full Renovation/Dormer
Greener Concepts Construction Inc.Greener Concepts Construction Inc.
Beautiful detail of mudroom floor tile
Medium sized traditional boot room in Portland with grey walls, ceramic flooring and multi-coloured floors.

Traditional Entrance with Grey Walls 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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