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Blue Foyer Ideas and Designs

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Bellini Residence
Bellini Residence
Laura Martzell Designs, LLCLaura Martzell Designs, LLC
Elevator foyer into residence Emilio Collavino
Our Palm Beach Color-Splosion Apartment!
Our Palm Beach Color-Splosion Apartment!
Carrie Hayward DesignCarrie Hayward Design
The gold plant stand was a housewarming gift from my aunt when I got my first apartment. The foyer’s three pendant lights are from West Elm. Photo © Bethany Nauert
Wakecrest Residence
Wakecrest Residence
ShubinDonaldsonShubinDonaldson
Benny Chan
Entrée en étoile avec sas donnant sur salon en rotonde
Entrée en étoile avec sas donnant sur salon en rotonde
Joseph Grappin StudioJoseph Grappin Studio
Hall d'entrée de l'appartement, distribution en étoile. Le sas d'entrée entre le hall de l'appartement et la partie salon. Les portes en chêne font office de sas entre l'entrée et le salon, permettent de s'isoler pour regarder la TV par exemple, et referment des rangements de bibliothèques de livres. Sol : parquet restauré teinte naturel mat Eclairage : FLOS - MUD noir et opalescent blanc Peinture des murs et plafond : FARROW & BALL Stone blue. Peinture des plinthes et encadrements portes : FARROW & BALL Tanner's Brown Crédit Photo : Christoph Theurer Photography
Entrée radieuse
Entrée radieuse
BelL' Art DesignBelL' Art Design
West Rd Custom Build
West Rd Custom Build
Bob Buescher HomesBob Buescher Homes
Mayfair
Mayfair
Artisan Custom HomesArtisan Custom Homes
Jim Schmid
Santa Barbara Spanish Interior Details
Santa Barbara Spanish Interior Details
Santa Barbara Home DesignSanta Barbara Home Design
Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.
Spanish Oaks
Spanish Oaks
GingerwoodGingerwood
The double-sided, raw steel view-through fireplace divides the Entry and Living Areas. The pass-through Entry opens from front to back terraces and features one of the owner's prized Peter Lik art pieces.
Maison Dhuys
Maison Dhuys
Atelier AimAtelier Aim
BOULOGNE BILLANCOURT 2 pieces
BOULOGNE BILLANCOURT 2 pieces
Bri Home DesignBri Home Design
Transitional Mansion
Transitional Mansion
APK Designs LLCAPK Designs LLC
Elegant Countryside Living in Claremont
Elegant Countryside Living in Claremont
RL Pruitt Construction, Inc.RL Pruitt Construction, Inc.
Rustic Contemporary on the Lake
Rustic Contemporary on the Lake
RDM ArchitectureRDM Architecture
Due to the slope of the site a bridge was used to enter the house. Below the front patio is the garage. Views through the house were very important and the first thing you see going into the house is the view through to the lake. Photos: © 2020 Matt Kocourek, All Rights Reserved
The Retreat
The Retreat
RSZ Design DevelopmentRSZ Design Development
Open floor plan features elegant owner's suite on main level with spa bath & his and her walk in closets. Elegant great room opens to large covered porch, perfect outdoor living. Chef kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, island, custom cabinets, breakfast room and opens to the fabulous keeping room with fireplace. Main level has all hardwoods and tile, and detailed trim throughout. Zoned irrigation and professionally landscape. Full daylight basement with wall of windows across the back of the house. Plenty of room for expansion and for a pool.
Kenmore
Kenmore
Neo Building DesignNeo Building Design
Raju
Phelan Rammed Earth
Phelan Rammed Earth
Michael Limb BuildersMichael Limb Builders
Rammed Earth and Silvertop Ash Cladded walls complemented by bluestone crazy paving
BUDGET FRIENDLY BLUES
BUDGET FRIENDLY BLUES
Jami AbbadessaJami Abbadessa
This young family was ready for a new, fresh and updated look to their house. They wanted a totally different color scheme and vibe and needed it finished within 6 weeks to be ready for a party of 100+ people they were hosting. I was happy to help! Even though many items that were selected were on back order and needed to be replaced, they kept their spirits high after countless returns and exchanges. Although art was being framed a day before the party and decor was being installed at the last minute, we pulled it together and accomplished our goal of finishing on time! The easiest (and most cost effective!) way to change the feeling of a space is with color, so that’s what I did. I swapped out the tired burgundy/browns for a clean palette of blues and greys. In the family room, a new custom sectional in a neutral grey took place of the brown leatherette sofa. A blue accent chair was placed in the room to brighten that corner. Patterned drapes were hung for privacy and added texture. Colorful artwork and a Moroccan print area rug livened up the space. Many of the accessories and decor throughout the home were sourced at Home Goods, Target and Ikea. The only piece of furniture that was kept in the entire home was the dining table, chairs and bar stools. The head chairs were swapped out for swanky upholstered navy ones with a nail head trim. A custom cornice to match the chairs was installed in the kitchen to hide the existing roller shades. The bar stools were reupholstered in the same fabric and some throw pillows for the sofa were made in the navy velvet as well. A Z Gallerie chandelier and blue pendants were installed for a little added drama. The fireplace got a makeover with a fresh coat of white paint and tile mosaic. Their daughter wanted a beach theme bedroom, so that’s what she got! New blue walls, drapes and accessories brought the ocean to this room. Their son has taken a liking to super heroes and Legos. A red, blue and yellow color palette with bold stripes helped to create a fun, playful space for him to enjoy his Legos and super heroes. The master bedroom got a new look with updated furnishings and colorful, yet soothing, bedding. New drapes, an area rug and accessories help pull together this peaceful sanctuary. The bathroom got a makeover with a new vanity, tile mosaic back splash, new lighting and tile on the floor and shower.
Glen Iris
Glen Iris
Signature HomesSignature Homes
Hidden Pearl
Hidden Pearl
skaala architecture, LLCskaala architecture, LLC

Blue Foyer 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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