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Traditional Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Grantown Cottage / Entry, Foyer / Call (828) 696-0777 to order building plans / photos by Tim Arrowood
POOL HOME REMODEL IN PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA
POOL HOME REMODEL IN PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA
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Megan Keane Photography, Palm Springs California
Entryway and Hallway Ideas
Entryway and Hallway Ideas
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Квартира в городке Чекистов
Квартира в городке Чекистов
Юлия РодионоваЮлия Родионова
Tucson Foothills Traditional
Tucson Foothills Traditional
Fine Art InteriorsFine Art Interiors
Elaborate and welcoming foyer that has custom faux finished walls and a gold leafed dome ceiling. JP Weaver molding was added to the layered ceiling to make this a one of a kind entryway.
Portland Oregon Custom Home built by Quail Homes of Vancouver Washington
Portland Oregon Custom Home built by Quail Homes of Vancouver Washington
Quail HomesQuail Homes
http://www.re-pdx.com/
Old Dirty Goat
Old Dirty Goat
Mill & WoodsMill & Woods
"Old Dirty Goat", a floor with so much character no other name would do. Recycled, Antique, Hand-Rubbed Oil Finish......Authentic!
Entry
Entry
Mooney Design Group, Inc.Mooney Design Group, Inc.
Design by Tom Mooney at Mooney Design Group, Inc. For more designs visit MooneyDesignGroup.com.
Front Entry Door
Front Entry Door
Guideline Studios, LLCGuideline Studios, LLC
A prairie style glass motif blends seamlessly with this craftsman style 3 panel front door.
Restored Historic Flooring
Restored Historic Flooring
Robert A Civiletti Hardwood Floors, LLCRobert A Civiletti Hardwood Floors, LLC
www.amadeushardwoodfloors.com
Multi-Level Home Renovation in Arlington Heights
Multi-Level Home Renovation in Arlington Heights
Advance Design Studio, Ltd.Advance Design Studio, Ltd.
This well-loved home belonging to a family of seven was overdue for some more room. Renovations by the team at Advance Design Studio entailed both a lower and upper level addition to original home. Included in the project was a much larger kitchen, eating area, family room and mud room with a renovated powder room on the first floor. The new upper level included a new master suite with his and hers closets, a new master bath, outdoor balcony patio space, and a renovation to the only other full bath on in that part of the house. Having five children formerly meant that when everyone was seated at the large kitchen table, they couldn’t open the refrigerator door! So naturally the main focus was on the kitchen, with a desire to create a gathering place where the whole family could hang out easily with room to spare. The homeowner had a love of all things Irish, and careful details in the crown molding, hardware and tile backsplash were a reflection. Rich cherry cabinetry and green granite counter tops complete a traditional look so as to fit right in with the elegant old molding and door profiles in this fine old home. The second focus for these parents was a master suite and bathroom of their own! After years of sharing, this was an important feature in the new space. This simple yet efficient bath space needed to accommodate a long wall of windows to work with the exterior design. A generous shower enclosure with a comfortable bench seat is open visually to the his and hers vanity areas, and a spacious tub. The makeup table enjoys lots of natural light spilling through large windows and an exit door to the adult’s only exclusive coffee retreat on the rooftop adjacent. Added square footage to the footprint of the house allowed for a spacious family room and much needed breakfast area. The dining room pass through was accentuated by a period appropriate transom detail encasing custom designed carved glass detailing that appears as if it’s been there all along. Reclaimed painted tin panels were added to the dining room ceiling amongst elegant crown molding for unique and dramatic dining room flair. An efficient dry bar area was tucked neatly between the great room spaces, offering an excellent entertainment area to circulating guests and family at any time. This large family now enjoys regular Sunday breakfasts and dinners in a space that they all love to hang out in. The client reports that they spend more time as a family now than they did before because their house is more accommodating to them all. That’s quite a feat anyone with teenagers can relate to! Advance Design was thrilled to work on this project and bring this family the home they had been dreaming about for many, many years. Photographer: Joe Nowak
Modern Kitchen & Work Suite
Modern Kitchen & Work Suite
Mosby Building ArtsMosby Building Arts
When the Chesterfield, Mo family comes in the new back door, they have built-in cabinetry that serves as a drop zone for their shoes, coats and whatever else is brought in from outside. This is just one function of this room known as the "work suite," which also includes a laundry area and home office. Photo by Toby Weiss of Mosby Building Arts.
Cherry Hills VIllage
Cherry Hills VIllage
Bellwether Design LLCBellwether Design LLC
Family Retreat with Hidden Surprises
Family Retreat with Hidden Surprises
InFocus DesignsInFocus Designs
Ecotimber American Cherry 92131
Ecotimber American Cherry 92131
Geneva FlooringGeneva Flooring
Nuno
Custom Design (Flagstaff)
Custom Design (Flagstaff)
UserUser
Erin Hill Golf Course
Erin Hill Golf Course
Peabody's InteriorsPeabody's Interiors
Eadon - hardwood floor inlay
Eadon - hardwood floor inlay
Victory Homes of Wisconsin, IncVictory Homes of Wisconsin, Inc
Detour Marketing, LLC
Exterior Entry
Exterior Entry
Lands End Development - Designers & BuildersLands End Development - Designers & Builders
Flooring Photos
Flooring Photos
Alaska Wood Flooring SupplyAlaska Wood Flooring Supply

Traditional Entrance 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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 traditional 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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