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Entrance with a Pivot Front Door and a Dark Wood Front Door Ideas and Designs

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West End Renovation
West End Renovation
Clements Clarke ArchitectsClements Clarke Architects
Entry void
Hilltop Views of Doonan
Hilltop Views of Doonan
Green Earth HomesGreen Earth Homes
Zoogarti
Bridgeman Downs
Bridgeman Downs
Civic Steel HomesCivic Steel Homes
Volume of space makes a statement at the entry
Stafford - Mission Style Estate
Stafford - Mission Style Estate
Visbeen ArchitectsVisbeen Architects
Wildes Meadow
Wildes Meadow
PMH Building CoPMH Building Co
Simon Bullard
Living Room, Entryway, and Kitchen
Living Room, Entryway, and Kitchen
Trilogy Construction, Inc.Trilogy Construction, Inc.
No. 4 O'Brien
No. 4 O'Brien
South Coast Building DesignSouth Coast Building Design
Creating a balanced and inviting entry to this home was achieved through the custom staircase and careful position of windows. Polished concrete floors were also softened by timber flooring which adds to the equilibrium established by the materials. By facilitating natural sunlight flooding the entry and including a feature staircase, the entry to this home truly displays the best of the home.
12th Century Manor House and Cottage
12th Century Manor House and Cottage
Eppright Homes, LLCEppright Homes, LLC
This entry’s design was inspired by the feel of an 12th century English manor. • This home has a very personal meaning for the designer as the clients are friends they have worked with for over twenty years. The home design comes from a classic English country manor style with a few updates to accommodate the homeowner’s preferences. • The years they have known each other gave the designer the opportunity to understand their taste and needs. This home is truly a reflection of the owner’s lives. • The interior design was influenced by respecting the homeowner’s collection of furnishings and adding new art plus lots of color. The stair railings are a reference to classic English design and custom made. • The most outstanding special feature was created in the entry, a small door for children to enter under the stairs was trompe-l'oeil. The small door now appears as a large antique door with small windows featuring the owner’s dogs. • A dog friendly home with a large welcome mat to friends and family is perfect for entertaining and relaxing in the warm and enchanting house. • The cabinets, floors and lighting were selected for durable use and worked to integrate the home’s history. Special lighting was added to illustrate the many pieces of art. • More than a house; this is a place to call home. For complete tour: http://epprighthomes.com/videos/12th-century-manor-house/
Pacific Spirit Residence
Pacific Spirit Residence
Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.Frits de Vries Architect Ltd.
Ema Peter Photography
Transitional Bayshore Home Front Entrance
Transitional Bayshore Home Front Entrance
Ramos Design Build CorporationRamos Design Build Corporation
Entry way with Gallery Walls
Entry way with Gallery Walls
Sherri J PhotographySherri J Photography
Sherri Johnson
St. Joseph Cottage
St. Joseph Cottage
BDR Executive Custom HomesBDR Executive Custom Homes
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
C J Bell Pty LtdC J Bell Pty Ltd
Front entry
Entrance Court
Entrance Court
Bristow DesignBristow Design
The Promenade
The Promenade
Atrium HomesAtrium Homes
Designed for families who love to entertain, relax and socialise in style, the Promenade offers plenty of personal space for every member of the family, as well as catering for guests or inter-generational living. The first of two luxurious master suites is downstairs, complete with two walk-in robes and spa ensuite. Four generous children’s bedrooms are grouped around their own bathroom. At the heart of the home is the huge designer kitchen, with a big stone island bench, integrated appliances and separate scullery. Seamlessly flowing from the kitchen are spacious indoor and outdoor dining and lounge areas, a family room, games room and study. For guests or family members needing a little more privacy, there is a second master suite upstairs, along with a sitting room and a theatre with a 150-inch screen, projector and surround sound. No expense has been spared, with high feature ceilings throughout, three powder rooms, a feature tiled fireplace in the family room, alfresco kitchen, outdoor shower, under-floor heating, storerooms, video security, garaging for three cars and more. The Promenade is definitely worth a look! It is currently available for viewing by private inspection only, please contact Daniel Marcolina on 0419 766 658
The Newhaven
The Newhaven
McLachlan HomesMcLachlan Homes
Mixed Entry with Warm Decking, Powder coated Aluminum battens, striking brick.
Playa del Rey Modern
Playa del Rey Modern
C & C Partners Design/Build FirmC & C Partners Design/Build Firm
Contemporary | Weston, Mo. Residence
Contemporary | Weston, Mo. Residence
Gahagan-Eddy Building CompanyGahagan-Eddy Building Company
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Davenport 250
Davenport 250
Omega BuildersOmega Builders
Newport Beach
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Window CraftersWindow Crafters

Entrance with a Pivot Front Door and a Dark Wood Front Door 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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