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Entrance with a Medium Wood Front Door and Tongue and Groove Walls Ideas and Designs

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Alabaster and Oak
Alabaster and Oak
Schrock's WoodworkingSchrock's Woodworking
Harbor Springs Waterfront Home
Harbor Springs Waterfront Home
White and Liebler ArchitectsWhite and Liebler Architects
Yungaburra House
Yungaburra House
neil designneil design
The timber front door proclaims the entry, whilst louvre windows filter the breeze through the home. The living areas remain private, whilst public areas are visible and inviting. A bespoke letterbox and entry bench tease the workmanship within.
Modern Farmhouse - Maple Ridge
Modern Farmhouse - Maple Ridge
Old Town Design GroupOld Town Design Group
Warm & Comfortable Whole Home Remodel
Warm & Comfortable Whole Home Remodel
Saltwater Kitchen & Bath StudioSaltwater Kitchen & Bath Studio
Repurposed hall closet turns into the family drop. The beautiful gray oak shelves hold family photos and heirlooms, wicker baskets hold kids snacks, shoes, purses and the drawers hold additional personal family items and the charging station on top finish this super functional space.
Painted Brick and Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse
Painted Brick and Board and Batten Modern Farmhouse
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Light Engineered Hardwood Floors
Light Engineered Hardwood Floors
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
The Laguna Oak from the Alta Vista Collection is crafted from French white oak with a Nu Oil® finish.
Organic Architecture, Lake Life!
Organic Architecture, Lake Life!
RSZ Design DevelopmentRSZ Design Development
Artisan Custom Homes
Artisan Custom Homes
Jim Schmid PhotographyJim Schmid Photography
Beautiful natural front entry perfect for a clean coastal rustic aesthetic.
The Modern Barn
The Modern Barn
Atelier BondAtelier Bond
Nestled in the Adelaide Hills, 'The Modern Barn' is a reflection of it's site. Earthy, honest, and moody materials make this family home a lovely statement piece. With two wings and a central living space, this building brief was executed with maximizing views and creating multiple escapes for family members. Overlooking a north facing escarpment, the deck and pool overlook a stunning hills landscape and completes this building. reminiscent of a barn, but with all the luxuries.
Craftsman in the Country
Craftsman in the Country
Live Oak Home BuildersLive Oak Home Builders
Stunning front entry with custom stair railing.
Modern Eco Residence
Modern Eco Residence
HELTHELT
This lakefront diamond in the rough lot was waiting to be discovered by someone with a modern naturalistic vision and passion. Maintaining an eco-friendly, and sustainable build was at the top of the client priority list. Designed and situated to benefit from passive and active solar as well as through breezes from the lake, this indoor/outdoor living space truly establishes a symbiotic relationship with its natural surroundings. The pie-shaped lot provided significant challenges with a street width of 50ft, a steep shoreline buffer of 50ft, as well as a powerline easement reducing the buildable area. The client desired a smaller home of approximately 2500sf that juxtaposed modern lines with the free form of the natural setting. The 250ft of lakefront afforded 180-degree views which guided the design to maximize this vantage point while supporting the adjacent environment through preservation of heritage trees. Prior to construction the shoreline buffer had been rewilded with wildflowers, perennials, utilization of clover and meadow grasses to support healthy animal and insect re-population. The inclusion of solar panels as well as hydroponic heated floors and wood stove supported the owner’s desire to be self-sufficient. Core ten steel was selected as the predominant material to allow it to “rust” as it weathers thus blending into the natural environment.
Загородный дом в стиле Тюдор
Загородный дом в стиле Тюдор
ItalProjectItalProject
Прихожая в загородном доме с жилой мансардой. Из нее лестница ведет в жилые помещения на мансардном этаже. А так же можно попасть в гараж и гостевой санузел.
Lot 40 Creels Crossing Parade Home
Lot 40 Creels Crossing Parade Home
Curtis White CompaniesCurtis White Companies
Manomet Bluffs Home Addition/Remodel
Manomet Bluffs Home Addition/Remodel
Thorson Restoration & ConstructionThorson Restoration & Construction
Reverse View of Entry with Barn Doors Opening to Home Office
Reverse View of Entry with Barn Doors Opening to Home Office
Sea Island Builders LLCSea Island Builders LLC
Gracious entry to this charming coastal home with hanging lantern pendants and sliding barn doors to a spacious office space.
The Rambler
The Rambler
George Pendleton & Co., Inc.George Pendleton & Co., Inc.
Natural stone walls, White Oak timbers, metal rails, painted shiplap and millwork, wide plank oak flooring and reclaimed wood ceilings, all work together to provide a striking entry to this custom home.
317 Ridge
317 Ridge
Patrick Plunkett Architectural Design, Ltd.Patrick Plunkett Architectural Design, Ltd.
Front Foyer and Entry Staircase
Best of Hawthorne Oak | Novella Collection
Best of Hawthorne Oak | Novella Collection
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
Hawthorne Oak – The Novella Hardwood Collection feature our slice-cut style, with boards that have been lightly sculpted by hand, with detailed coloring. This versatile collection was designed to fit any design scheme and compliment any lifestyle.
House in Tokorozawa
House in Tokorozawa
sin163 photographysin163 photography

Entrance with a Medium Wood Front Door and Tongue and Groove 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 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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