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Transitional Entryway Design Ideas with Grey Walls

Linden Hills
Linden Hills
North Construction & RestorationNorth Construction & Restoration
Photo Credits: Spacecrafting
Photo of a large transitional foyer in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floor.
Magnolia Way Whole Home Renovation
Magnolia Way Whole Home Renovation
TVL Creative Ltd.TVL Creative Ltd.
This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life. The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time. The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room. Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage. Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee. We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces. In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color. The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook! Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home. The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client. Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients! We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms. This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.
Elegant Transitional exterior
Elegant Transitional exterior
Genuine Custom HomesGenuine Custom Homes
Design ideas for a transitional front door in Austin with grey walls, a double front door and a black front door.
Century Farms
Century Farms
Willis Custom Homes, Inc.Willis Custom Homes, Inc.
Photo of a transitional foyer in Kansas City with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a double front door, a dark wood front door, brown floor and panelled walls.
Nottingham
Nottingham
Shannon CrainShannon Crain
Mid-sized transitional mudroom in Houston with grey walls and wallpaper.
Nolensville New Build
Nolensville New Build
Usable Space Interiors, LLCUsable Space Interiors, LLC
Another angle.
Mid-sized transitional foyer in Nashville with grey walls, medium hardwood floors, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floor.
Oconee
Oconee
Ashley Martin HomeAshley Martin Home
Inspiration for a transitional mudroom in Orlando with grey walls, dark hardwood floors and brown floor.
Classic Modern - Mudroom
Classic Modern - Mudroom
Mia Rao DesignMia Rao Design
Built-in lockers for coat and shoe storage is perfect for this family of five. Patterned concrete tiles will perform well and add some fun to this mudroom.
Oakland Ave
Oakland Ave
EuroCraft Interiors Custom CabinetryEuroCraft Interiors Custom Cabinetry
Design ideas for a transitional mudroom in Detroit with grey walls and dark hardwood floors.
SW PORTLAND RANCH PORTLAND, OREGON
SW PORTLAND RANCH PORTLAND, OREGON
CaseworkCasework
This 1950’s mid century ranch had good bones, but was not all that it could be - especially for a family of four. The entrance, bathrooms and mudroom lacked storage space and felt dark and dingy. The main bathroom was transformed back to its original charm with modern updates by moving the tub underneath the window, adding in a double vanity and a built-in laundry hamper and shelves. Casework used satin nickel hardware, handmade tile, and a custom oak vanity with finger pulls instead of hardware to create a neutral, clean bathroom that is still inviting and relaxing. The entry reflects this natural warmth with a custom built-in bench and subtle marbled wallpaper. The combined laundry, mudroom and boy's bath feature an extremely durable watery blue cement tile and more custom oak built-in pieces. Overall, this renovation created a more functional space with a neutral but warm palette and minimalistic details. Interior Design: Casework General Contractor: Raven Builders Photography: George Barberis Press: Rebecca Atwood, Rue Magazine On the Blog: SW Ranch Master Bath Before & After
Palm Beach Gardens Home
Palm Beach Gardens Home
Insignia Design Group LlcInsignia Design Group Llc
Sargent Architectural Photography
This is an example of a transitional foyer in Miami with grey walls and beige floor.
New Construction in Naperville, IL
New Construction in Naperville, IL
TKS Design GroupTKS Design Group
  Free ebook, Creating the Ideal Kitchen. DOWNLOAD NOW   Collaborations with builders on new construction is a favorite part of my job. I love seeing a house go up from the blueprints to the end of the build. It is always a journey filled with a thousand decisions, some creative on-the-spot thinking and yes, usually a few stressful moments. This Naperville project was a collaboration with a local builder and architect. The Kitchen Studio collaborated by completing the cabinetry design and final layout for the entire home. Access to the back of the house is through the mudroom which is outfitted with just about every possible storage feature you can think of for a mudroom. For starters, the basics – a locker for each family member. In addition to that, there is an entire cabinet with roll outs devoted just to shoes, one for cleaning supplies and one for extra coats. The room also features a small clean up sink as well as a set of refrigerator drawers making grabbing a Gatorade on the way to soccer practice a piece of cake. If you are building a new home, The Kitchen Studio can offer expert help to make the most of your new construction home. We provide the expertise needed to ensure that you are getting the most of your investment when it comes to cabinetry, design and storage solutions. Give us a call if you would like to find out more! Designed by: Susan Klimala, CKBD Builder: Hampton Homes Photography by: Michael Alan Kaskel For more information on kitchen and bath design ideas go to: www.kitchenstudio-ge.com
Fremont 3
Fremont 3
Siena Custom Builders, Inc.Siena Custom Builders, Inc.
Marina Storm - Picture Perfect House
Large transitional foyer in Chicago with grey walls, a single front door, brown floor, dark hardwood floors and a dark wood front door.
Transitional Kitchen and First Floor Flock Remodel - Naperville
Transitional Kitchen and First Floor Flock Remodel - Naperville
Redstart Construction, Inc.Redstart Construction, Inc.
Picture Perfect House
This is an example of a large transitional foyer in Chicago with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a pivot front door, a dark wood front door and brown floor.
Schefer Ave
Schefer Ave
Urban Edge HomesUrban Edge Homes
This is an example of a large transitional mudroom in Minneapolis with grey walls, dark hardwood floors, a single front door and a black front door.
Family Country Home
Family Country Home
Des Ewing Residential ArchitectsDes Ewing Residential Architects
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional mudroom in London with grey walls and beige floor.
Hinsdale Painted Lady
Hinsdale Painted Lady
Cynthia Lynn PhotographyCynthia Lynn Photography
Design ideas for a transitional foyer in Chicago with grey walls and dark hardwood floors.
Stovall Interior
Stovall Interior
Terracotta Design BuildTerracotta Design Build
Jeff Herr
Design ideas for a transitional entryway in Atlanta with grey walls, medium hardwood floors and brown floor.
Winter Pond- Entry Vestibule
Winter Pond- Entry Vestibule
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Interior Design: Thread By Lindsay Bentis Builder: Great Woods Post & Beam Company, Inc. Photographer: Greg Premru
Waterfront Mantoloking
Waterfront Mantoloking
In2Style LLCIn2Style LLC
Photo of a mid-sized transitional mudroom in New York with grey walls, vinyl floors, a single front door, a dark wood front door and beige floor.

Transitional Entryway Design Ideas with Grey Walls

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