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Entrance with Black Walls and a Double Front Door Ideas and Designs

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Delray Noir
Delray Noir
Nikki Levy InteriorsNikki Levy Interiors
Everything and entry should be
Downtown Lobby
Downtown Lobby
K2 InteriorsK2 Interiors
From a "College Dorm" look to a Sophisticated and Refined grown up lobby. Photos by www.cambuker.com
Foyer
Foyer
R|House Design BuildR|House Design Build
This beautiful foyer is filled with different patterns and textures.
Contemporary Color on Fort Lauderdale Beach
Contemporary Color on Fort Lauderdale Beach
DawnElise InteriorsDawnElise Interiors
East Memphis Manor
East Memphis Manor
Shapiro & Company ArchitectsShapiro & Company Architects
Réhabilitation et restructuration d'un appartement familial (photo en cours)
Réhabilitation et restructuration d'un appartement familial (photo en cours)
Madame PruneMadame Prune
Mélange des genres: Parquet pour l'entrée, carreaux ciment pour la cuisine et tomettes pour la salle de bain des enfants. Madame Prune © 2019
Residenza - Roma, Garbatella
Residenza - Roma, Garbatella
Patrizia BuratoPatrizia Burato
L'ingresso si restringe trasformandosi in un corridoio interamente nero, sia nelle pareti che nel soffitto. Da esso, la vista si apre su soggiorno e cucina. | Foto di Filippo Vinardi |
Manhattan Apartment
Manhattan Apartment
Kim Doggett ArchitectsKim Doggett Architects
Appartement à Courbevoie
Appartement à Courbevoie
Annabelle Marteau / AMIAnnabelle Marteau / AMI
Meuble d'entrée cache-radiateur et intégrant le tableau électrique. Le rappel du papier peint Hicks dans le fond du meuble fait écho au mur en face.
Modern Rustic Custom Home
Modern Rustic Custom Home
KGA Studio Architects, PCKGA Studio Architects, PC
Renovation
Renovation
Ashley Construction / Ashley RemodelingAshley Construction / Ashley Remodeling
Galadriel
Galadriel
KBC DevelopmentsKBC Developments
Overlooking Semiamhoo Bay, Galadriel is a refined, modern home with the warmth and strength inherently found in West Coast architecture. Textures of natural stone, Douglas fir, glass and steel unify the interior with its geographical setting - surrounded by evergreens and unrestricted views of the ocean. The entrance to the home is accessed by a crossing above a reflecting pool, in which sits a stunning and solitary bonsai which is illuminated from above through an oculus in the roof’s overhang. Expansive outdoor spaces featuring fire features and seating areas are connected by a curved metal staircase set over a blackened steel reflecting pool, adding a graphic element to the rear of the home. Clerestory glazing in an elevated roof area offers an opening into the tree canopy towards the front of the property and allows light to permeate the interior of the home, while full height windows throughout maximize the impressive views. Living spaces throughout provide ample room for entertaining and comfort. Creativity is shown in the many colourful and whimsical accents. The master bedroom features two ensuite baths - a unique request that makes good sense for the owners. Spaces for work, writing and art were given priority reflecting the values and livelihood of our clients. Projecting from a stone clad wall, cantilevered white oak stair treads lead to an extraordinary wine display that incorporates a sculptural component taken as a memento from our client’s work as a producer in the film industry, adding a strong personal dimension. This home reflects a successful collaboration between Peter Hildebrand and Stefan Walsh of Iredale Group Architecture and KBC Developments. Photography by Ema Peter | www.emapeter.com
Malibu Crest
Malibu Crest
Studio BracketStudio Bracket
Puhoi Escape
Puhoi Escape
Intense PhotographyIntense Photography
Intense Photography
semi detached house in Holon, Israel
semi detached house in Holon, Israel
BGSDesignBGSDesign
2 Infiniti wall lamps by Davide Groppi were used in the living room to give indirect soft subdued lighting, together with 2 Sampei floor lamps to project direct light on the floor. Iron mesh red statues with LED bulbs are hanging from an iron beam. Natural light comes in by the large loft-like windows and glass made entrance door.
Private Residence
Private Residence
Luxe Cable+LightLuxe Cable+Light
Custom Entrance Door
Custom Entrance Door
Isaac's IronworksIsaac's Ironworks
www.isaacsironworks.com/ At ISAAC’S IRONWORKS we are dedicated to handcrafting high quality traditional and contemporary metalwork designs. Established in California in 1989 we are family run business with a team of skilled and experienced craftsmen. You can always count on us with innovation and customer service. We have in house design capabilities, and can handle all type of custom work. Call for a FREE ON-SITE ESTIMATE 818-982-1955
Traditional Home Dallas Showhouse
Traditional Home Dallas Showhouse
Carolina V. Gentry, RIDCarolina V. Gentry, RID
We customized a bone inlay bench with a fierce animal print textile to layer pattern in the already body space. The bench adds a touch of function to the space, creating a glamorous stopping point to adjust before heading out the door.
Queen Anne Condo
Queen Anne Condo
Tammara Stroud DesignTammara Stroud Design
Historical building Condo renovation.
Black and White 18" x 18" Marble Carrara (Carrera)
Black and White 18" x 18" Marble Carrara (Carrera)
Branded FloorsBranded Floors
Barbra Dutton

Entrance with Black Walls and a Double 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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