In the entry way, we chose to use a hand molded brick product. It is glazed in a gray and then white washed. We chose to lay it in a herringbone pattern to add visual interest. The interior color is Functional Gray from Sherwin Williams

Sparkman Rd custom home mud room

Focus Homes

Mudroom with built in headboard seating bench, private desk, and gorgeous brick flooring built by William Webb of Focus Homes
This is an example of a mid-sized country mudroom in Tampa with grey walls, brick floors, a single front door, a white front door and grey floor.

New Home - Wise

Mauk Cabinets by Design

We have a stunning new home project. This home uses Marsh Furniture cabinets through out the home to create a very modern farmhouse look. Clean whites and rich espresso stains are found all through the home to create a clean look while still providing some contrast with the dark espresso stain. Designer: Aaron Mauk

The Millbrook

Burge Building Consultants

Inspiration for a mid-sized country foyer in Other with grey walls, brick floors, a double front door, a dark wood front door and beige floor.

Craftsman style home with lots of DETAIL...

Todd Homes

Inspiration for a large arts and crafts foyer in Other with grey walls, brick floors, a single front door, a metal front door and multi-coloured floor.

Revelon Road

Maack Architects

Entrance approach. Photography: Peter Landers
Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary front door in London with grey walls, brick floors, a single front door, a medium wood front door and grey floor.

St. Petersburg Home Remodel

Van Selow Design Build L.L.C.

Grey Street Studios
Photo of a mid-sized contemporary front door in Tampa with grey walls, brick floors, a single front door and a blue front door.

Porch House

Frances Flautt Zook Architect, LLC

Christy Fassnacht
This is an example of a transitional entryway in Atlanta with grey walls, brick floors, a single front door, a dark wood front door and multi-coloured floor.

Winchester, MA

Kaminski Construction Management

This is an example of a traditional mudroom in Boston with grey walls, brick floors and a light wood front door.

Homer St. Newton

SB Architects Inc.

Mud room Bench and Cabinets
Design ideas for a traditional mudroom in Boston with grey walls and brick floors.

ツナグ・モノリス／併用住宅のエレベーター棟増築計画

野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室

エントランスのスロープ通路
This is an example of a small contemporary entryway in Yokohama with grey walls, brick floors, a sliding front door, a gray front door, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

ツナグ・モノリス／併用住宅のエレベーター棟増築計画

野口修＋DAT／都市環境研究室

エントランスのガラス屋根
Design ideas for a small contemporary entryway in Yokohama with grey walls, brick floors, a sliding front door, a gray front door, brown floor, exposed beam and planked wall panelling.

Entryway Design Ideas with Grey Walls and Brick Floors

Make coming home a pleasure by making sure your entryway – also known as a foyer or vestibule – is the perfect transition from the public world to the private world. Your choice of front door, the organisation and general flow of the entryway should be practical and reflect the style of your home. Your entryway, foyer or vestibule is the first impression guests will have of your home. Does it reflect you and your household? Here are a few ways to make your entryway better - and if all else fails, there's always hiring an interior designer to help.

How can you make your front door stand out?

Front doors can make or break a home’s appeal. An outdated or ill-fitting front door will imply what lies beyond is just as overdue for a makeover. No one wants a front door that stands out for all the wrong reasons, so choose one that suits the style of your home. Aluminium doors, for example, are more suited to contemporary-style homes, whereas ornate timber doors suit period homes. That doesn’t mean you can’t inject some of your own personality, though. While the architectural style should remain the same, you can shake things up with paint colours and quirky door handles. If you’re planning a new home, play around with the size and shape of your entrance door, too, and if you want to include a screen door, look for one that architecturally complements the existing front door.

How can you create an organised entryway or foyer?

An organised foyer requires smart storage solutions – otherwise it’s at risk of becoming a dumping zone. Think about what you do when you first walk into your home. Most people will put their keys down, store a bag or coat, then take their shoes off. If this sounds like you, and your entryway is relatively sizeable, consider including some built-in joinery or a slimline console or hall table. Otherwise, hooks for keys, a coat stand and shoe rack will suffice. If you have a large family, allocate one drawer or shelf to each member of the clan. And finally, don’t overcrowd this area with belongings that can’t be stored in a bedroom. When guests arrive, you want to be able to offer them somewhere to put down their belongings.

Could a dirt room save your floors and entry?

Having a mudroom isn’t commonplace in Australia and New Zealand, but it is becoming increasingly popular as a means to keep mess at bay. In coastal areas, it is sometimes referred to as a sand room, while in rural areas, it can be known as a dirt room. A mudroom is usually a secondary entrance or located at the back entrance, and is ideal for storing shoes, school backpacks, sports equipment and pet essentials. You don’t have to dedicate an entire room to a mudroom. A narrow hall or partial wall will do the trick just fine – just add built-ins, some cubbies for individual family members and a bench. If you have a laundry that has direct access to the outdoors, it’s an ideal opportunity to convert it into a multi-purpose space. Combining a laundry and mudroom is a logical and effective use of space. If there’s no room inside, take a look outside. If you have a verandah, cordon off an area for the likes of dirty soccer boots and surfboards.