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Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring and Cork Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Beckmann ArchitectureBeckmann Architecture
Large entrance hallway
Cosy and artistic entrance hall
Cosy and artistic entrance hall
My Bespoke RoomMy Bespoke Room
This navy and white hallway oozes practical elegance with the stained glass windows and functional storage system that still matches the simple beauty of the space.
Eastin Custom
Eastin Custom
M. Lahr HomesM. Lahr Homes
Model Home- Herriman, Utah (31)
Model Home- Herriman, Utah (31)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Ann Parris
Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Bennett Remodel - Naperville
Transitional Kitchen & First Floor Bennett Remodel - Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Sterling Ridge Custom Home BuilderSterling Ridge Custom Home Builder
Seamus Payne
Appartamento alla Balduina
Appartamento alla Balduina
Chiara Giunta ArchitettoChiara Giunta Architetto
Ingresso e filtro tra zona giorno e zona notte con vetrata scorrevole a tre ante in vetro fumé, pavimentazione in parquet e porte laccate senza cornici. Armadi a muro a scomparsa e nicchia con carta da parati
Entry Way / Foyer Facing the Great Room
Entry Way / Foyer Facing the Great Room
LUX Quality HomesLUX Quality Homes
- Light hardwood stairs - WAC Lighting installed in the stairway - Added Elan 8” speakers IC800 in the ceiling
Projet Boulogne
Projet Boulogne
Nolam agencementNolam agencement
Appartement avec agencement en étoile. Toutes les distributions se font depuis l'entrée. Aménagement sur-mesure et pose du parquet en bois.
Australian Minimalist Ground-Up
Australian Minimalist Ground-Up
Cathie Hong InteriorsCathie Hong Interiors
This Australian-inspired new construction was a successful collaboration between homeowner, architect, designer and builder. The home features a Henrybuilt kitchen, butler's pantry, private home office, guest suite, master suite, entry foyer with concealed entrances to the powder bathroom and coat closet, hidden play loft, and full front and back landscaping with swimming pool and pool house/ADU.
Orris Maple Hardwood Floors installed in Bend, OR Ranch
Orris Maple Hardwood Floors installed in Bend, OR Ranch
Hallmark FloorsHallmark Floors
Orris, Maple, from the True Hardwood Commercial Flooring Collection by Hallmark FloorsOrris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes.True Orris Maple room by Hallmark FloorsOrris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes.True Collection by Hallmark Floors Orris MapleOrris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes.Orris, Maple, from the True Hardwood Commercial Flooring Collection by Hallmark FloorsOrris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes.   Orris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes. True Orris Maple room by Hallmark Floors Orris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes. True Collection by Hallmark Floors Orris Maple Orris Maple Hardwood Floors from the True Hardwood Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors. True Hardwood Flooring where the color goes throughout the surface layer without using stains or dyes. Orris, Maple, from the True Hardwood Commercial Flooring Collection by Hallmark Floors Orris Maple Hardwood The True Difference Orris Maple Hardwood– Unlike other wood floors, the color and beauty of these are unique, in the True Hardwood flooring collection color goes throughout the surface layer. The results are truly stunning and extraordinarily beautiful, with distinctive features and benefits.
Cambronne
Cambronne
Clémentine MailhacClémentine Mailhac
Ashdale Entry way
Ashdale Entry way
John Merrill Homes, LLCJohn Merrill Homes, LLC

Appartement Michel Ange 140m2 à Paris 16 ème
Appartement Michel Ange 140m2 à Paris 16 ème
Isabelle Le Trung studioIsabelle Le Trung studio
間仕切を閉めた状態
間仕切を閉めた状態
株式会社 高野工務店株式会社 高野工務店
玄関とLDKの間仕切を閉めた状態
Mid-Century Modern Deck House
Mid-Century Modern Deck House
The Design GalleryThe Design Gallery
The original mid-century door was preserved and refinished in a natural tone to coordinate with the new natural flooring finish. All stain finishes were applied with water-based no VOC pet friendly products. Original railings were refinished and kept to maintain the authenticity of the Deck House style. The light fixture offers an immediate sculptural wow factor upon entering the home.
Outer Richmond Residence
Outer Richmond Residence
James Hill Architect, AIAJames Hill Architect, AIA
Entry way illuminated with natural light from skylight above stairwell. Open floor plan allows you to see through the living space to the back yard. Photo credit: James Zhou
Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project
Home on the Plains - Magnolia Journal Feature Project
Kelsey Leigh Design Co.Kelsey Leigh Design Co.
Wildwood - Entry - Kitchen
Wildwood - Entry - Kitchen
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
claustra séparation coin repas / entrée
claustra séparation coin repas / entrée
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Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring and Cork 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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