New Entry

The front door of this home opened directly into the living room, letting cold air into the house throughout the winter and producing puddles whenever homeowners and visitors came in from rain or snow. Reorienting and expanding the coat closet, which had been part of the living room, allowed us to carve out a separate entry hall, maintaining the privacy of the living spaces and allowing a chance to remove outerwear before entering the home. Slate tiles better accommodates the wear-and-tear of foot traffic while a new Therma Tru fiberglass front door sets a stylish tone. Photo by Shelly Harrison.