Inspiration for a large transitional foyer in Sydney with black walls, porcelain floors, a single front door, a black front door and black floor.

Front Entry Porch

Forte Building Group, LLC

Design ideas for a mid-sized traditional front door in Nashville with a single front door, a medium wood front door, white walls, slate floors and grey floor.

Mudroom

Beth Howley Creative LLC

Mudroom featuring hickory cabinetry, mosaic tile flooring, black shiplap, wall hooks, and gold light fixtures.
Design ideas for a large country mudroom in Grand Rapids with beige walls, porcelain floors, multi-coloured floor and planked wall panelling.

Villandry Circle

Hills & Grant

Photo: Lisa Petrole
Photo of an expansive contemporary front door in San Francisco with porcelain floors, a single front door, a medium wood front door, grey floor and white walls.

Offenes und großzügiges Hofhaus mit Kastanienbaum

Möhring Architekten

Architekt: Möhring Architekten Fotograf: Stefan Melchior
Mid-sized contemporary mudroom in Berlin with white walls, slate floors, a single front door and a glass front door.

Colonial renovation

reDesign home | chicago

Large country entryway in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, slate floors, black floor and decorative wall panelling.

Artful Entry

Laura Lee Home

The entry foyer sets the tone for this Florida home. A collection of black and white artwork adds personality to this brand new home. A star pendant light casts beautiful shadows in the evening and a mercury glass lamp adds a soft glow. We added a large brass tray to corral clutter and a duo of concrete vases make the entry feel special. The hand knotted rug in an abstract blue, gray, and ivory pattern hints at the colors to be found throughout the home.

Mudroom

Jess Cooney Interiors

Custom bamboo cabinetry adds much needed function to this mudroom entry. The look was kept minimal and modern by opting to forego hardware.
Photo of a mid-sized midcentury mudroom in Boston with white walls, porcelain floors and grey floor.

Cambridge Renovation

studiohw | Heather Weiss

photos by Eric Roth
Design ideas for a midcentury mudroom in New York with white walls, porcelain floors, a single front door, a glass front door and grey floor.

From Tired Trad to Terrific in Clarendon Hills

TKS Design Group

Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW We went with a minimalist, clean, industrial look that feels light, bright and airy. The island is a dark charcoal with cool undertones that coordinates with the cabinetry and transom work in both the neighboring mudroom and breakfast area. White subway tile, quartz countertops, white enamel pendants and gold fixtures complete the update. The ends of the island are shiplap material that is also used on the fireplace in the next room. In the new mudroom, we used a fun porcelain tile on the floor to get a pop of pattern, and walnut accents add some warmth. Each child has their own cubby, and there is a spot for shoes below a long bench. Open shelving with spots for baskets provides additional storage for the room. Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Photography by: LOMA Studios For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com

Respectful Remodel of a Paul Kirk Classic

CTA Design Builders, Inc.

Photo of a midcentury foyer in Seattle with slate floors and grey floor.

Complete Custom Home Rebuild

Coyle Modular Homes

Design ideas for a large modern mudroom in New York with grey walls, porcelain floors and grey floor.

An Inviting, Family-Friendly Kitchen & Living Space

Amazing Spaces

This very busy family of five needed a convenient place to drop coats, shoes and bookbags near the active side entrance of their home. Creating a mudroom space was an essential part of a larger renovation project we were hired to design which included a kitchen, family room, butler’s pantry, home office, laundry room, and powder room. These additional spaces, including the new mudroom, did not exist previously and were created from the home’s existing square footage. The location of the mudroom provides convenient access from the entry door and creates a roomy hallway that allows an easy transition between the family room and laundry room. This space also is used to access the back staircase leading to the second floor addition which includes a bedroom, full bath, and a second office. The color pallet features peaceful shades of blue-greys and neutrals accented with textural storage baskets. On one side of the hallway floor-to-ceiling cabinetry provides an abundance of vital closed storage, while the other side features a traditional mudroom design with coat hooks, open cubbies, shoe storage and a long bench. The cubbies above and below the bench were specifically designed to accommodate baskets to make storage accessible and tidy. The stained wood bench seat adds warmth and contrast to the blue-grey paint. The desk area at the end closest to the door provides a charging station for mobile devices and serves as a handy landing spot for mail and keys. The open area under the desktop is perfect for the dog bowls. Photo: Peter Krupenye

Dramatic Foyer with White Molding

ModelDeco

Dramatic foyer with wood stairway leading to second floor. The staircase and two story entry have been finished with white walls and molding for a grand and memorable foyer. Linfield Design placed modern contrasting art in blues and grays above the staircase to add interest and color. A simple glass console table is located at the foot of the stairs with candle holders and a modern sculpture accessory. From the foyer you enter the living room through a large expansive archway that also adds to the dramatic feel of the entryway. These molding and trim finished are an fairly inexpensive way to upgrade a foyer and give your home a grand entrance.

Beaches Mudroom

Two Birds Design

This small mudroom is at the back entrance of the house adjacent to a three piece bathroom. With open storage for easy access, this small space is packed with function for the growing family.

Palmetto Bluff - South Carolina Low Country Home

Markalunas Architecture Group

Lisa Carroll
Design ideas for a large country entry hall in Atlanta with white walls, slate floors, a single front door, a dark wood front door and blue floor.

Mudroom Renovation on Diane

LKRDC

Fresh mudroom with beautiful pattern rug and red accent.
Small modern mudroom in Providence with grey walls, slate floors, a single front door and a white front door.

BLUE CYPRESS

Pegasus Builders, Inc.

This is an example of a large transitional foyer in Miami with beige walls, a double front door, a glass front door, white floor and porcelain floors.

Mud Room

Whitten Architects

photography by Trent Bell
This is an example of a traditional mudroom in Boston with slate floors and grey floor.

Holladay Residence - JD

Upland Development, Inc.

Photo of a mid-sized traditional mudroom in Salt Lake City with a white front door, grey walls, grey floor and slate floors.

Entryway Design Ideas with Slate Floors and Porcelain 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.