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Affordable Entrance with Medium Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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A pop of color can be a fun idea for a mudroom because of their typical relative small size
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Vivienda en Calafell
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Con pocos elementos puedes tener un recibidor ideal para dar entrada a los invitados.
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The home was originally designed and built by an award-winning architect. The dated finishes made the home feel small and dark. Our painter and floor finisher did an outstanding job; the entire ceiling was painted by hand to ensure each and every board had the same amount of stain. This was done to ensure a uniform look. The floor finisher sanded and stained the floors in place 3 times between the other trades working on site. The results speak for themselves.
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Lindsay MacRae Interiors, LLCLindsay MacRae Interiors, LLC
The entry foyer walls were covered in a commercial grade grasscloth (to stand up to everyday use by a family of five). Custom benches were placed under the console table to provide a place to sit and put on shoes. The sconces were an exciting addition. photo credit: Robert Englebright
Gladwyne, PA Kitchen, Mudroom and Living Room Remodel
Gladwyne, PA Kitchen, Mudroom and Living Room Remodel
Rudloff Custom BuildersRudloff Custom Builders
A new mudroom through the barn door on the left took over space from the previous kitchen and now allows the homeowners to easily bring in groceries from their car. Coat hooks and shoe storage were added to create a convenient place to drop belongings as they walk in the door. Photography by Alicia's Art, LLC RUDLOFF Custom Builders, is a residential construction company that connects with clients early in the design phase to ensure every detail of your project is captured just as you imagined. RUDLOFF Custom Builders will create the project of your dreams that is executed by on-site project managers and skilled craftsman, while creating lifetime client relationships that are build on trust and integrity. We are a full service, certified remodeling company that covers all of the Philadelphia suburban area including West Chester, Gladwynne, Malvern, Wayne, Haverford and more. As a 6 time Best of Houzz winner, we look forward to working with you on your next project.
Hunt Club/Westport, CT
Hunt Club/Westport, CT
Connie Cooper DesignsConnie Cooper Designs
Keith Scott Morton Photography The foyer to this colonial home has soaring tow floor height. The wood floor has a herringbone pattern with inlaid darker wood border. The custom black lacquer chest set the tone of the room. The gold accents in the art and fabric gave a regal and sophisticated feel and complimented the cheetah print carpet on the stairway.h Scott Morton Photography
Weis Renovation
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This mudroom is an extension of the beautiful kitchen with soft green cabinets and wood finishes.
Small Foyer Ideas
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The height of a two story foyer makes a big difference in small entry spaces. In this photo get ideas for: two story barrel vaults; staircase in the foyer; picture windows; french door entry to the office.
3D interiorismo recibidor mobiliario a medida
3D interiorismo recibidor mobiliario a medida
Liff.space - by Filipa MarquesLiff.space - by Filipa Marques
Con un rincón amplio para integrar un armario, el objetivo era atender varias funciones en un mueble personalizado que no fuera demasiado cargado y se integrara bien con el espacio de entrada y distribuidor del piso. En un estilo moderno y minimalista, obtenemos un espacio para sentar, con un espejo grande y iluminado, espacio para los zapatos, practico y accesible, armario para abrigos y estantería para accesorios. Además, aprovechamos el rincón para una fina consola que permite un detalle de decoración. Cumplimos el sueño de nuestra cliente de tener su jarrón de flores y una entrada que nos invita al cálido hogar.
The Strand - Again
The Strand - Again
South Bay GreenSouth Bay Green
We added this entry bench as a seat to take off and put on shoes as you enter the home. Using a 3 layer paint technique we were able to achieve a distressed paint look.
Oak Vibes
Oak Vibes
LVA Design GroupLVA Design Group
Claredon hills
Claredon hills
White Tree DesignWhite Tree Design
Craftsman Model Home Talon's Reach
Craftsman Model Home Talon's Reach
Matt Lancia Signature HomesMatt Lancia Signature Homes
Leaded glass in this front door really sets it off
Entry
Entry
Rebecca Quandt InteriorsRebecca Quandt Interiors
A floor-runner rug was used to create the illusion of a separate entry in this open concept one-bedroom apartment. Photo: Rebecca Quandt

Affordable Entrance with Medium 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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