Contractor: Kevin F. Russo Interiors: Anne McDonald Design Photo: Scott Amundson
Design ideas for a beach style entry hall in Portland with white walls and wood.

Scandinavian Modern Entry

10K Architecture

A simple and inviting entryway to this Scandinavian modern home.
Design ideas for a mid-sized scandinavian front door in Minneapolis with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a black front door, beige floor, wood and wood walls.

Mount Pleasant Residence

Rush Dixon Architects

Photo of a mid-sized modern foyer in Charleston with slate floors, grey floor, wood and wood walls.

Taviawk

Imbue Design

This is an example of a foyer in Salt Lake City with brick floors, a single front door, a glass front door, grey floor and wood.

Contemporary Farmhouse

KGA Studio Architects, PC

This is an example of a mid-sized country front door in Denver with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a pivot front door, a glass front door, brown floor and wood.

823

The PRG Group

Design ideas for a country entryway in Other with white walls, dark hardwood floors, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floor and wood.

Mid Century III - Entry Addition

Tali Hardonag Architect

Mountain View Entry addition Butterfly roof with clerestory windows pour natural light into the entry. An IKEA PAX system closet with glass doors reflect light from entry door and sidelight. Photography: Mark Pinkerton VI360

Custom Infill-Lofty Living

Bella Vista Developments

This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary vestibule in Other with white walls, porcelain floors, a single front door, a black front door, black floor and wood.

Blackheath Restoration

Imperfect Interiors

The entrance hallway in our Blackheath restoration project was painted in warn, sunny yellow which contrasts with the darker wood panelling in the dining room & the pale panelled ceiling

Загородный дом в Подмосковье

Салахова Дина

This is an example of a country entryway in Moscow with porcelain floors, a single front door and wood.

Estate - Park City (46)

Magleby Construction

Expansive modern front door in Salt Lake City with beige walls, marble floors, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door, multi-coloured floor and wood.

Kiawah Island Lifestyle

Margaret Donaldson Interiors

This is an example of a beach style foyer in Charleston with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floor, timber and decorative wall panelling.

Now and Zen - Entry

Drewett Works

When the sun goes down and the lights go on, this contemporary home comes to life, with expansive frameworks of glass revealing the restful interiors and impressive mountain views beyond. Project Details // Now and Zen Renovation, Paradise Valley, Arizona Architecture: Drewett Works Builder: Brimley Development Interior Designer: Ownby Design Photographer: Dino Tonn Limestone (Demitasse) flooring and walls: Solstice Stone Windows (Arcadia): Elevation Window & Door https://www.drewettworks.com/now-and-zen/

Private Waterfront Residence on the Chester River

Purple Cherry Architects

The mudroom, also known as the hunt room, not only serves as a space for storage but also as a potting room complete with a pantry and powder room.
Inspiration for an expansive traditional mudroom in Baltimore with white walls, brick floors, a dutch front door, a blue front door and timber.

Eastlake Houseboat

K&L Interiors

Photo of a small beach style vestibule in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood floors, a dutch front door, a red front door, wood and beige floor.

Isle of Hope New Residence

Felder & Associates

This is an example of a beach style entryway in Other with white walls, light hardwood floors, white floor and wood.

Mauna Kea Fairways Entrance

Taleah Smith Design

Expansive tropical foyer in Hawaii with white walls, a double front door, a glass front door, multi-coloured floor and wood.

Lake's Edge: Rustic Craftsman Lake Home

Timberlake Custom Homes

This gorgeous lake home sits right on the water's edge. It features a harmonious blend of rustic and and modern elements, including a rough-sawn pine floor, gray stained cabinetry, and accents of shiplap and tongue and groove throughout.

Harper Meadow at Cross Creek Ranch

Interior Design Concepts

Photo of a large transitional foyer in Houston with grey walls, porcelain floors, a double front door, a black front door, wood and brick walls.

Coastal Family Residence

Woodford Architecture and Interiors

This is an example of a large beach style entry hall in Devon with yellow walls, medium hardwood floors, a single front door, a blue front door, brown floor, timber and panelled walls.

Entryway Design Ideas with Timber and Wood

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.