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Entrance with White Walls and a Blue Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Courtyard Residence
Courtyard Residence
Kuklinski + Rappe ArchitectsKuklinski + Rappe Architects
mudroom, looking through foyer into office. Tom Harris Photography
Seahorse
Seahorse
Warren French InteriorsWarren French Interiors
Boasting a large terrace with long reaching sea views across the River Fal and to Pendennis Point, Seahorse was a full property renovation managed by Warren French.
Dutch Navidad
Dutch Navidad
Steven Allen Designs, LLCSteven Allen Designs, LLC
2019 Remodel/Addition Featuring Designer Appliances, Blue Bahia Countertops, Quartz, Custom Raised Panel Cabinets, Wrought Iron Stairs Railing & Much More.
Eastside Bungalow
Eastside Bungalow
Jameson Design GroupJameson Design Group
The entry of this home is the perfect transition from the bright tangerine exterior. The turquoise front door opens up to a small colorful living room and a long hallway featuring reclaimed shiplap recovered from other rooms in the house. The 14 foot multi-color runner provides a preview of all the bright color pops featured in the rest of the home.
Axiom Desert House
Axiom Desert House
MarvinMarvin
A future family home for founders Joel and Meelena Turkel, Axiom Desert House features the Turkel Design signature post-and-beam construction and an open great room with a light-filled private courtyard. Acting as a Living Lab for Turkel Design and their partners, the home features Marvin Clad Ultimate windows and an Ultimate Lift and Slide Door that frame views with modern lines and create open spaces to let light and air flow.
Country Entrance
Country Entrance
Ashdale Projects LtdAshdale Projects Ltd
Meadowoaks
Meadowoaks
Conscious Construction Design BuildConscious Construction Design Build
Montana Modern
Montana Modern
Cushing TerrellCushing Terrell
Park Slope Brownstone 4
Park Slope Brownstone 4
Ben HerzogBen Herzog
Westmoreland
Westmoreland
Stephen Moser ArchitectStephen Moser Architect
A long mudroom, with glass doors at either end, connects the new formal entry hall and the informal back hall to the kitchen.
All In, On a Bluff
All In, On a Bluff
SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.SGDI - Sarah Gallop Design Inc.
photo: Paul Grdina
Family Room Design
Family Room Design
Emerson Grey DesignsEmerson Grey Designs
Transitional Bay Front Family Home
Transitional Bay Front Family Home
Asher Slaunwhite + PartnersAsher Slaunwhite + Partners
Asher Slaunwhite Architects, Brandywine Development Construction, Megan Gorelick Interiors, Don Pearse Photographers
Jackson & Leroy Salt Lake City / Featuring Bevolo Lanterns
Jackson & Leroy Salt Lake City / Featuring Bevolo Lanterns
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
Bevolo French Quarter Lanterns on Yoke Hanger flank the entry.
The Beauthaway in Connecticut
The Beauthaway in Connecticut
MossCreekMossCreek
The DIY Channel show "Raising House" recently featured this MossCreek custom designed home. This MossCreek designed home is the Beauthaway and can be found in our ready to purchase home plans. At 3,268 square feet, the house is a Rustic American style that blends a variety of regional architectural elements that can be found throughout the Appalachians from Maine to Georgia.
Modern Farmhouse - Arcadia
Modern Farmhouse - Arcadia
Jamie's Kitchen & BathJamie's Kitchen & Bath
The moment you swing open the blue front door, you are welcomed into a world of elegance and style. The entryway of this home has been transformed into a space that effortlessly blends sophistication with comfort, making a memorable first impression. One of the standout features is the custom wall paneling that adorns the entryway. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, these panels add a layer of texture and depth and set the tone for what lies ahead. The entryway also boasts a charming touch of blue with the entry seating. The rich, serene hue of the seating adds a pop of color to the space, complementing the custom wall paneling perfectly. It's a spot where you can sit and pause, offering a moment of respite as you enter the home. The combination of custom wall paneling and the inviting blue seating creates a sense of anticipation, hinting at the comfort and style that permeates the entire home. This is not just an entryway; it's a promise of what's to come.
De Beauvoir, Hackney - Full house renovation
De Beauvoir, Hackney - Full house renovation
Emilie Fournet InteriorsEmilie Fournet Interiors
The entrance of the property was tiled with original Georgian black and white checked tiles. The original stairs were painted brown and the walls kept neutral to maximises the sense of space.
Family House Project in Southfields
Family House Project in Southfields
Juxtacon LtdJuxtacon Ltd
Lausanne
Lausanne
Hyrum McKay Bates Design, Inc.Hyrum McKay Bates Design, Inc.
Front Entry Door for the 'Lausanne'; Lindsay Salazar Photography
Wandsworth SW17: Extension, Remodelling & Refurbishment
Wandsworth SW17: Extension, Remodelling & Refurbishment
Ocean Project DevelopmentsOcean Project Developments
London townhouse extension and refurbishment. Battersea Builders undertook a full renovation and extension to this period property to include a side extension, loft extension, internal remodelling and removal of a defunct chimney breast. The cantilevered rear roof encloses the large maximum light sliding doors to the rear of the property providing superb indoor outdoor living. The property was refurbished using a neutral colour palette and modern, sleek finishes.

Entrance with White Walls and a Blue 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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