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White Entrance with Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Water's Edge
Water's Edge
Andy Staszak InteriorsAndy Staszak Interiors
Angie Seckinger
Photo of a large traditional foyer in DC Metro with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Misc.
Misc.
TimberRidge ConstructionTimberRidge Construction
This is an example of a medium sized traditional boot room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
A Passion for Wine
A Passion for Wine
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
Photo Credit: Metropolis
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Ottawa with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and a feature wall.
Prospect Lefferts Garden House
Prospect Lefferts Garden House
JMorris DesignJMorris Design
We added shiplap to give a more durable coat and backpack location for a busy family of 5. Stain glass windows are such a wonderful home feature.
Photo of a medium sized eclectic entrance in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and tongue and groove walls.
Home Renovation
Home Renovation
Weldon Carpentry & General ContractingWeldon Carpentry & General Contracting
Photo of a classic foyer in Philadelphia with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and panelled walls.
Historic Short Hills Hartshorn Home Transformation for Young Family
Historic Short Hills Hartshorn Home Transformation for Young Family
Michael Robert ConstructionMichael Robert Construction
photography: raquel langworthy
Photo of a coastal foyer in New York with beige walls and dark hardwood flooring.
32 Mayflower
32 Mayflower
Hogue Interior Design LLCHogue Interior Design LLC
Photo of a coastal foyer in New York with dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and grey walls.
Book Matched and Bold
Book Matched and Bold
TroicoTroico
his modern new build located in the heart of Burnaby received an entire millwork and countertop package of the utmost quality. The kitchen features book matched walnut, paired with white upper cabinets to add a touch of light in the kitchen. Miele appliances surround the cabinetry. The home’s front entrance has matching built in walnut book matched cabinetry that ties the kitchen in with the front entrance. Walnut built-in cabinetry in the basement showcase nicely as open sightlines in the basement and main floor allow for the matching cabinetry to been seen through the open staircase. Fun red and white high gloss acrylics pop in the modern, yet functional laundry room. This home is truly a work of art!
Purdue
Purdue
Helton ResidentialHelton Residential
Garage entrance has plenty of storage and a useful built-in bench.
Design ideas for a large traditional boot room in Dallas with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a double front door and a dark wood front door.
Entryways & Mudrooms
Entryways & Mudrooms
California Closets, RosevilleCalifornia Closets, Roseville
Under-stair Mudroom/Entryway Storage
Inspiration for a medium sized classic boot room in Sacramento with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
The Mendon Project
The Mendon Project
UserUser
Andrea Pietrangeli http://andrea.media/
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in Boston with multi-coloured walls, dark hardwood flooring and brown floors.
Queen Ann Shingle
Queen Ann Shingle
Lowell Custom HomesLowell Custom Homes
LOWELL CUSTOM HOMES Lake Geneva, WI., - This Queen Ann Shingle is a very special place for family and friends to gather. Designed with distinctive New England character this home generates warm welcoming feelings and a relaxed approach to entertaining.
Lincoln
Lincoln
Brooke Wagner DesignBrooke Wagner Design
Photo of a coastal foyer in Orange County with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a stable front door, a white front door and brown floors.
Severna Park Whole House Renovation
Severna Park Whole House Renovation
Timberlake Design BuildTimberlake Design Build
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Baltimore with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Purdue Perfection
Purdue Perfection
Robert Elliott Custom HomesRobert Elliott Custom Homes
Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio Robert Elliott Custom Homes
Photo of a small classic foyer in Dallas with white walls and dark hardwood flooring.
Upper East Side Penthouse
Upper East Side Penthouse
INS ContractorsINS Contractors
Design ideas for a contemporary foyer in New York with beige walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Lake Keowee Custom Home
Lake Keowee Custom Home
The Stillwater GroupThe Stillwater Group
Photo of a traditional entrance in Other with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors, exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Hollyberry Lane
Hollyberry Lane
KMH DesignsKMH Designs
Photo of a medium sized traditional foyer in Atlanta with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a grey front door and brown floors.
Harp Residence
Harp Residence
St. Romain InteriorsSt. Romain Interiors
This is an example of a medium sized bohemian foyer in New Orleans with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, brown floors and feature lighting.
Summit NJ - 6,000 sf New Home + Finished Basement
Summit NJ - 6,000 sf New Home + Finished Basement
Hoffman Architects Inc.Hoffman Architects Inc.
2-story Entry Foyer allows natural light to penetrate the foyer and 2nd Floor hall.
Design ideas for a large traditional foyer in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.

White Entrance 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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