Large transitional entryway in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, vaulted and decorative wall panelling.

Design ideas for a foyer in Kansas City with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a black front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Water's Edge

ID by Gwen

Photo of a beach style foyer in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a light wood front door and vaulted.

Blue Green Kitchen

Laura Medicus Interiors

Photo of a mid-sized contemporary mudroom in Denver with light hardwood floors and vaulted.

Brentwood Residence

Rande Leaman Interior Design

The entry into the home is covered in a graphic black, white and gray print. A brass and stone entry table has a brass mirror above it. The walnut slatted bench has a coatrack above it, echoing the slatted lines.

Newport

Elton R Construction

The bright floors and walls accentuate the dark details and balance the space. With huge windows and even a glass door, this space is never lacking natural light and a view of nature.

Cold Spring Harbor

Chango

Advisement + Design - Construction advisement, custom millwork & custom furniture design, interior design & art curation by Chango & Co.
Large transitional front door in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a double front door, a white front door, brown floor, vaulted and wood walls.

Eclectic South Florida Delight

HoneyBee Designz

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Small eclectic front door in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, a double front door, a white front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Napa-Style Modern Farmhouse

AW Construction

Inspiration for a modern front door in San Francisco with a pivot front door, a dark wood front door, wood walls, vaulted, light hardwood floors and grey walls.

The Stair Master

Hinman Construction

Recessed wainscot paneling that go from floor to ceiling. They were added to this two story entry way and throughout the hallway upstairs for a beautiful framed accent.

Inviting Entryway

WINFIELD HOMES

This is an example of a mid-sized country front door in Milwaukee with beige walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a glass front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Completed Homes 8

Ten Oaks Homes

Country foyer in Baltimore with light hardwood floors, a double front door, a dark wood front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Eastfield Drive

Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.

An exterior view of the private residence showing the entry, a paved walkway and its lush surroundings.
Inspiration for a large traditional front door in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood floors, a double front door, a black front door, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Master Suite, Laundry and Hall Bathroom Remodel

May Construction, Inc.

With such breathtaking interior design, this entryway doesn't need much to make a statement. The bold black door and exposed beams create a sense of depth in the already beautiful space. Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction

Manderly Road

RPS Design

Inspiration for a large traditional front door in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood floors, a double front door, a gray front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Bee Cave Interior Renovation

CG&S Design-Build

Design ideas for a mid-sized transitional foyer in Austin with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a glass front door, white floor and vaulted.

FERRY ROAD, SAG HARBOR

Blue Ocean Design

Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary foyer in New York with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a blue front door, beige floor, vaulted and planked wall panelling.

Gorgeous Open Floor Plan Cottage in Los Gatos

Spaces By Juliana Linssen, Inc.

Inspiration for a small transitional foyer in San Francisco with grey walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a brown front door, grey floor and vaulted.

Project Bradcliff

Mark Design Co.

Inspiration for a mid-sized beach style foyer in Orange County with white walls, light hardwood floors, a dutch front door, a white front door, brown floor and vaulted.

Modern Farmhouse

Kara Desaro

Design ideas for a country entryway in Boise with white walls, light hardwood floors, a double front door, a light wood front door, beige floor and vaulted.

Entryway Design Ideas with Light Hardwood Floors and Vaulted

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.