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transformation d'un F3+Studio en F4 avec vue sur mer
transformation d'un F3+Studio en F4 avec vue sur mer
44m² / Colpo et Fils44m² / Colpo et Fils
Lincoln Park Residence
Lincoln Park Residence
UserUser
To maximize every inch of this home, I designed built-ins for the staircase as well.
Drayton
Drayton
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Blackhawk Home
Blackhawk Home
Serra Design IncSerra Design Inc
We added these mirrored Planters to the entry and Boyd Lighting Sconces, the entry to the home office and grand staircase
Mudrooms
Mudrooms
Labra Design BuildLabra Design Build
We expanded the mudroom 8' into the garage to reduce how crowded the space is when the whole family arrives home at once. 4 closed off locker spaces keep this room looking clean and organized. This room also functions as the laundry room with stacked washer and dryer to save space next to the white farmhouse apron sink with aberesque tile backsplash. At the end of the room we added a full height closet style cabinet for additional coats, boots and shoes. A light grey herringbone tile on the floor helps the whole room flow together. Walnut bench and accent shelf provide striking pops of bold color to the room.
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Anne Crescent, Brighton
Key PieceKey Piece
Adrienne Bizzarri Photography
Lake Wendouree House
Lake Wendouree House
de.archde.arch
Front yard
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Mountain Side Modern Gem
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
Marona Photography
Repräsentativer Eingangsbereich
Repräsentativer Eingangsbereich
UserUser
Ein eleganter Eingangsbereich mit einladenden Texturen und ansprechenden Farben.
Elegant Entry
Elegant Entry
Garden Structures & MoreGarden Structures & More
This is called a Scarf Joint. The purpose of this is to make a short beam longer while maintaining the strength. Here we have executed them not just for lengthening the beam but to what I consider to be a very beautiful element of the details!
Mudrooms
Mudrooms
The Royal ClosetThe Royal Closet
Dramatic Foyer with White Molding
Dramatic Foyer with White Molding
ModelDecoModelDeco
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.
Wilston Decoration and Styling
Wilston Decoration and Styling
RJP Design and DecorRJP Design and Decor
This house underwent an extensive renovation where the space under roof doubled in size. This left the clients unsure how to furnish and decorate these spaces and define zones. We used many pieces they had collected when they lived overseas and added new pieces to create an eclectic style.
VIEW FROM ENTRY
VIEW FROM ENTRY
Home At Last DecorHome At Last Decor
This house had bright yellow and orang walls when the homeowner decided to sell. Bruce & Tina Anderson/ REMAX, asked me to help the homeowner get this house updated and ready to put on the market for resale. Home At Last Decor gave the homeowner guidelines for paint color, furniture placement, and every detail about how to best stage the home within a modest budget. This house sold quickly and for a very good price! The paint color used were: Sherwin Williams 7507 Stone Lion + 7512 Pavilion Beige and Benjamin Moore 1495 October Mist
Midcentury Remodel
Midcentury Remodel
John ThomasJohn Thomas
Chandeliers
Chandeliers
We Got LitesWe Got Lites
Nine Light Brushed Nickel Up Chandelier also available with energy savid LED bulbs http://www.houzz.com/photos/13694473/Nine-Light-Brushed-Nickel-Up-Chandelier-transitional-chandeliers
Masonite® BMT-404-312-1 Exterior Doors
Masonite® BMT-404-312-1 Exterior Doors
EL & EL Wood Products Corp.EL & EL Wood Products Corp.
Modern home covered patio area Featuring: a stone walkway, large picture windows, and a Belleville Series front door with Frontier style decorative door glass
Magnificent Tuscan-inspired Villa
Magnificent Tuscan-inspired Villa
ELISABETTA MARIOTTI Italian InteriorsELISABETTA MARIOTTI Italian Interiors
Monte Tiberio Extra large gloss tiles
Monte Tiberio Extra large gloss tiles
Tile by TileTile by Tile
Using extra large format tiles will eliminate grout lines. The spaces will appear larger and more streamlined. The overall effect will create a high-end feel. From glorious splash-backs to beautiful bath surrounds, these marble veined porcelain tiles will add wow no matter what. 60 x 120 cm
Piney Woods Home
Piney Woods Home
Mike Blake Custom HomesMike Blake Custom Homes
Covered front porch with setting area. Arched wrought iron front door provides added personality.

Affordable Expansive Entrance Ideas and Designs

The entrance of your home is a critical area to design well because as we all know, first impressions count. As the first thing that visitors will see when they arrive, your entrance is your opportunity to offer guests a warm welcome while introducing the personality of your home. Equally important, it welcomes you home every day, so make it somewhere that you’re glad to come home to. The entrance to your home begins the moment you get to the front door, so make sure both inside and out get the attention of your decorator’s touch. Make your foyer the best possible introduction to the rest of the house, and if you wish, you can have a bit of fun with the doorway; paint, tiles, door handles and lighting are all ways to make front doors a statement – a dramatic entrance, if you will.

What front doors can I choose from?

Your first decision when updating front doors is what type of external doors you want to use, taking into account style, security and accessibility. Investing in a high quality front door is always worthwhile – this is a purchase where a little extra money goes a long way. Hardwood exterior doors remain the most popular choice of front door; as well as being the most economical, timber also opens the door to an endless selection of paint, hardware and embellishment. However, natural wood doors do have their downsides – prone to warping, they require more upkeep and may require replacing if not adequately cared for. Whether you opt for solid oak external doors or an oak veneer option, wooden doors are a match made in heaven for period architecture – it’s hard to imagine a Georgian house without a solid, six-panel door, or a Victorian home sans its gleaming hardware and stained glass panes. If you prefer non-wooden exterior doors, the alternatives are UPVC doors, GRP doors (collectively known as composite doors) and steel doors. UPVC front doors are often the most inexpensive alternative to timber and offer added insulation benefits; because the material itself can be a comparatively insubstantial, UPVC external doors are built into steel door frames for added reinforcement. GRP (glass-reinforced plastic, or fibreglass to you and me) doors offer the same properties, with a woodgrain effect that can provide a happy medium for lovers of timber. Steel doors are less widely used in the UK than the US, and make great contemporary front doors thanks to their sleek, modern appearance.

How do I decorate my doorway?

Renovating or replacing your front doors is one of the quickest ways to give your home a makeover, and affords the perfect opportunity to add a splash of colour to the front of your home. To improve your front door’s kerb appeal you can flank the doorway with decorative trees or flowering plants in attractive planters and “dress” the door with shiny hardware. Door knockers and door knobs can be more than functional with a range of styles and materials available to add some personality to exterior doors. A traditional brass door knocker can be the perfect complement to a solid oak doorway painted in a rich shade of green or blue, whilst contemporary chrome door hardware will look perfect against a white or eggshell door. If you are looking for an elegant front door option, opt for a hardwood door with built in obscured glass panels to let light into your hallway. If you would rather avoid a glass paned front door for security reasons then smaller decorative glass panels can also be inserted into the surround or door frame. You can choose stained glass panes for decorative effect, patterned or textured glass will allow light in but protect your privacy or get your home name or number etched into a glass pane for a practical but personal touch.

How should I light my front entrance?

The warm glow from a doorway is one of the most welcoming sights that can greet us when we arrive home. An entrance light is of practical importance – we have all spent time fumbling for our house keys in the dark – but it also offers an opportunity to add warmth and character to front doors and entrances. A wall mounted lantern is a charming traditional choice, or for bright, directed illumination opt for a security spotlight. There are a whole variety of switching options available – you can choose a motion sensor light that switches on right when you need it most, a timer light that will offer illumination on a fixed schedule or a switched outdoor light. Pointing light upward is a good way to avoid harsh glare, or choose recessed lighting if you prefer not to have a hanging light in front of your external doors. An entrance is also a great place to display lighting as a decorative feature – choose a table lamp that echoes the lines and colours of the hall beyond it.

What furniture and storage do I need in my entryway?

It’s important to keep the entrance to your home as open and clutter free as possible, so selecting a few practical items that will help with storage and offer a warm welcome is the best approach for this area. Coat stands, umbrella holders and shoe racks are practical foyer additions that will keep the area tidy. For the knick knacks and paraphernalia that so often accumulate by front doors, sideboards or console tables are helpful and opting for a something with a drawer is a clever trick to ensure these things can be stowed out of sight. If you have the space, an armchair, occasional chair or hallway bench will prove useful for perching on when removing shoes and definitely consider multi-functional furniture such as a storage bench for shoes. A wall mounted shoe cabinet is a must have for a tighter space, getting shoes off the floor and neatly stowed away.

How do I decorate my foyer?

Particularly in the entrance to the home, colour can be a wonderful tool to set the tone of the house. Neutral palettes can create a serene atmosphere appropriate for greeting guests; alternatively, you might find yourself being a little bit more adventurous by choosing a whimsical wallpaper or a bold wall colour that could look overwhelming anywhere else in the house. In either case, the foyer can be blended seamlessly into the home with details that connect it to adjoining rooms. Even if your entrance is not self-contained, instead with exterior doors that open straight into the house, visual tricks make it possible to create the illusion of an entryway by defining the space as such. Changes in flooring, a well-placed rug, a screen or curtain, or even furniture such as a console table or coat rack, can be used to delineate the space and distinguish the entrance from the rest of the hallway. Decorating walls and furniture with photographs or artwork is a simple way of bringing your personality into the foyer and plants, lamps, candles, vases and ornaments can be displayed on windowsills, tables or shelves. As a final thoughtful touch, mirrors placed next to front doors are a practical choice for those last minute appearance checks, as long as it’s not directly opposite the doorway, which could back-light the user – decidedly not helpful!
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