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Private Residence, New Construction
Private Residence, New Construction
Laura Yeager Smith Home & DesignLaura Yeager Smith Home & Design
This is an example of a large rustic vestibule in Cleveland with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Foyer with Art Work, Distressed Chest and Orange Lamp Shade
Foyer with Art Work, Distressed Chest and Orange Lamp Shade
Michelle's InteriorsMichelle's Interiors
The entry of this urban condo sets the tone for the rest of the home. The distressed chest, art-inspired lamp, blue mill work and orangy-red accents signal a relaxed, playful mood. Photo by Norman Sizemore/Mary Beth Price. -- Photo by Jeff Mateer
Williams Home Floorplan
Williams Home Floorplan
Capitol City HomesCapitol City Homes
Capitol City Homes presents the entryway for the Williams floor plan. Elegant molding creates a stunning, modern statement.
Photo of a large contemporary vestibule in Raleigh with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Punger-Nair Remodel
Punger-Nair Remodel
Actual-Size ArchitectureActual-Size Architecture
A salvaged lumber bench made from Chinese Scholar wood covers the shoe storage.
Design ideas for a small contemporary vestibule in San Francisco with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a dark wood front door, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Rear Entry
Rear Entry
Great Rooms Building GroupGreat Rooms Building Group
Inspiration for a small classic vestibule in Chicago with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Interiors with Art In Canary Wharf
Interiors with Art In Canary Wharf
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Astrid Templier
Photo of a small contemporary vestibule in London with brown walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Duckham Architects & Interiors
Duckham Architects & Interiors
Boston Design GuideBoston Design Guide
Expansive traditional vestibule in Boston with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Newman - Natural Glam
Newman - Natural Glam
RI StudioRI Studio
Designed by RI Studio. A small table is perfect for floral display
Photo of a large mediterranean vestibule in Dallas with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door, a metal front door and black floors.
Majestic Stone Manor Fit for a Family
Majestic Stone Manor Fit for a Family
Copper Leaf Interior Design StudioCopper Leaf Interior Design Studio
Rick Lee
This is an example of a large classic vestibule in Other with brown walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Pieds à terre parisien
Pieds à terre parisien
CHRISTIANSEN DESIGNCHRISTIANSEN DESIGN
Olivier Hallot
Inspiration for a small classic vestibule in Paris with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
FRE interiorsFRE interiors
Medium sized traditional vestibule in Cleveland with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a grey front door.
Entry : In Contrast
Entry : In Contrast
J. JorgensenJ. Jorgensen
www.j-jorgensen.com
Photo of a small retro vestibule in Minneapolis with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Statement hallway
Statement hallway
Hazel Collins DesignHazel Collins Design
Tim Waltman
Contemporary vestibule in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a blue front door and brown floors.
Marlborough Street
Marlborough Street
Elms Interior DesignElms Interior Design
Photography by Michael J. Lee
This is an example of a medium sized classic vestibule in Boston with black walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
2205 Sqft 3 Bed/2.5 Bath - Park Avenue, NYC
2205 Sqft 3 Bed/2.5 Bath - Park Avenue, NYC
A. Bollman & Sons.A. Bollman & Sons.
Recessed and surface mounted Kreon lighting fixtures throughout. Photo by Lauren Coleman Furniture by Holly Hunt
Photo of a medium sized traditional vestibule in New York with blue walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a metal front door and brown floors.
Lake House Addition/Renovation
Lake House Addition/Renovation
Katz Builders, Inc.Katz Builders, Inc.
Situated on Lake Austin, we knew that this was going not going to be a simple remodel. From the start we planned that we had to leave the original home in place so that we could be grandfathered at it's location for the new addition and benefit to the close proximity that the home was to the lake. New regulations required that the home be set back further from the lake. It became clear during the design process that our owners were 100% committed to making this home not only environmentally friendly but also energy efficient by incorporating many high performance and up to date science into the design. Using Geo Thermal is one of them. They didn't want airconditioners to pollute the environment with their noise. They preferred to hear the trill of the birds instead. The resulting new build was designed with the original structure and added onto. The owners entertain but didn't want formal living spaced. The resulting structure is simultaneously freshly modern and comfortingly familiar. Awarded the Texas Association of Builders, Remodel/Renovation/ Addition of the Year STAR Award. Carport minimizing impervious cover. Built by Katz Builders, Inc. Custom Home Builders and Remodelers, Designed by Architectural firm Barley & Pfeiffer Awarded the Texas Association of Builders, Remodel/Renovation/ Addition of the Year STAR Award. Built by Katz Builders, Inc. Custom Home Builders and Remodelers, Designed by Architectural firm Barley & Pfeiffer
Yorkdale - Transitional Estate
Yorkdale - Transitional Estate
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Inspired by a wide variety of architectural styles, the Yorkdale is truly unique. The hipped roof and nearby decorative corbels recall the best designs of the 1920s, while the mix of straight and curving lines and the stucco and stone add contemporary flavor and visual interest. A cameo window near the large front door adds street appeal. Windows also dominate the rear exterior, which features vast expanses of glass in the form of oversized windows that look out over the large backyard as well as inviting upper and lower screen porches, both of which measure more than 300 square feet. Photographer: William Hebert
Interior
Interior
Liggero Architecture, LLCLiggero Architecture, LLC
This client purchased an existing basic home located in Wyckoff, NJ. Liggero Architecture designed 100% of the interiors for this residence & was heavily involved in the build out all components. This project required significant design & detailing of all new archways, built in furnishings, ceiling treatments as well as exterior modifications. This is a photo taken from the entry foyer, looking through the new three part main archway leading into the great room. The client wanted a rustic tray ceiling. As such we purchased 180 year old beams harvested from a razed barn in Ohio....the mantel and ceiling beams are constructed from that material. You get a peak of it as you enter the house. Original railings & balustrades remained......we just painted them.
Basile
Basile
HU-407696HU-407696
Vestibule in New Orleans with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Majestic Stone Manor Fit for a Family
Majestic Stone Manor Fit for a Family
Copper Leaf Interior Design StudioCopper Leaf Interior Design Studio
Rick Lee
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional vestibule in Other with brown walls and dark hardwood flooring.

Vestibule with Dark Hardwood Flooring 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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