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Entrance with Ceramic Flooring and a Black Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Julie Mack RealtorJulie Mack Realtor
Beautiful Spanish tiles draw you inside this Spanish Revival inspired home.
Lincoln Park Single Family Home
Lincoln Park Single Family Home
Eva Quateman InteriorsEva Quateman Interiors
Gorgeous front entry way with black and white tile flooring and pops of gold. Green Cherry Photography
Linden Hills Home
Linden Hills Home
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | Elevation Homes, Builder | Troy Thies, Photography | Murphy & Co Design, Architect | Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
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Mar Vista, CA (2)
JL InteriorsJL Interiors
Entryway. JL Interiors is a LA-based creative/diverse firm that specializes in residential interiors. JL Interiors empowers homeowners to design their dream home that they can be proud of! The design isn’t just about making things beautiful; it’s also about making things work beautifully. Contact us for a free consultation Hello@JLinteriors.design _ 310.390.6849_ www.JLinteriors.design
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Park Avenue Deco Duplex
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Fort Langley Custom Home Major St
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The Kalgan Contemporary
The Kalgan Contemporary
WA Country BuildersWA Country Builders
Custom Old World English Country House
Custom Old World English Country House
Cook DesignsCook Designs
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Classic Glamour Grand Foyer in Merrick, NY
Classic Glamour Grand Foyer in Merrick, NY
Grunberger InteriorsGrunberger Interiors
Stepping into this classic glamour dramatic foyer is a fabulous way to feel welcome at home. The color palette is timeless with a bold splash of green which adds drama to the space. Luxurious fabrics, chic furnishings and gorgeous accessories set the tone for this high end makeover which did not involve any structural renovations.
Hunts Point Exterior and Hardscape
Hunts Point Exterior and Hardscape
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The Cube House
The Cube House
Canvas HomesCanvas Homes
Photography by Luke Potter
Modern Area Rugs
Modern Area Rugs
Palace Rug Gallery & CarpetingPalace Rug Gallery & Carpeting
Bellevue Tower Project All the rugs from our Modern collection are hand knotted in a Tibetan knot weave using Wool and Silk, and specific designs within the collection have been hand carved to impart special high-low textural effects. http://palacerug.com/tibetan.php
Manor House Renovation
Manor House Renovation
Janey Butler InteriorsJaney Butler Interiors
This was a very large country Manor House that Janey Butler Interiors was asked to completely redesign internally, extend the existing ground floor, install a comprehensive M&E package that included, new boilers, underfloor heating, AC, alarm, cctv and fully integrated Crestron AV System which allows a central control for the complex M&E and security systems. This Phase of this project involved renovating the front part of this large Manor House, which as pictured includes the fabulous front door, entrance hallway, refurbishment of the original staircase, and creating a beautiful elegant first floor landing area.
Home Central
Home Central
Melissa Hill Home DesignMelissa Hill Home Design
This beautiful home located near a central Connecticut wine vineyard was purchased by a growing family as their dream home. They decided to make their informal entry into their home a priority. We truly are believers in combining function with elegance. This mudroom opens up to their kitchen so why not create some amazing storage that looks great too! This space speaks to their transitional style with a touch of tradition. From mixing the metal finishes to the herringbone floor pattern we were able to create a timeless, functional first impression to a beautiful home. Every family can benefit from having a space called “Home Central” from pre-school on…come in and take your shoes off. Custom designed by Hartley and Hill Design. All materials and furnishings in this space are available through Hartley and Hill Design. www.hartleyandhilldesign.com 888-639-0639
Staged & Sold in W. Newton
Staged & Sold in W. Newton
BK Classic Collections Home StagersBK Classic Collections Home Stagers
Villa Calabria (Award-Winning Custom Home)
Villa Calabria (Award-Winning Custom Home)
Masterpiece Design GroupMasterpiece Design Group
The entry foyer features a soft, contemporary white & silver linen wallcovering inset, contrasted with the honed & polished carrara marble floor inlay, designed with a modern lattice pattern.
Maryland Estate: grand foyer
Maryland Estate: grand foyer
Jessy Krol Designs LLCJessy Krol Designs LLC
Mullica Hill, NJ: Transitional Kitchen & Living Space
Mullica Hill, NJ: Transitional Kitchen & Living Space
Bella B Home DesignsBella B Home Designs
Entry with a touch of green, some vintage pieces and wallpaper!
Linden Hills Home
Linden Hills Home
O’Hara InteriorsO’Hara Interiors
Martha O'Hara Interiors, Interior Design & Photo Styling | Elevation Homes, Builder | Troy Thies, Photography | Murphy & Co Design, Architect | Please Note: All “related,” “similar,” and “sponsored” products tagged or listed by Houzz are not actual products pictured. They have not been approved by Martha O’Hara Interiors nor any of the professionals credited. For information about our work, please contact design@oharainteriors.com.
Custom Old World English Country House
Custom Old World English Country House
Cook DesignsCook Designs
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Entrance with Ceramic Flooring and a Black 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 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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