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Entrance with Concrete Flooring and Exposed Beams Ideas and Designs

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Highgate Hill Cottage
Highgate Hill Cottage
Atelier Chen HungAtelier Chen Hung
Gentle natural light filters through a timber screened outdoor space, creating a calm and breezy undercroft entry to this inner-city cottage.⁠
Transitional Home on Lake Front Acreage
Transitional Home on Lake Front Acreage
Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design
Timeless Farmhouse
Timeless Farmhouse
Veritas Fine Homes IncVeritas Fine Homes Inc
This Farmhouse style home was designed around the separate spaces and wraps or hugs around the courtyard, it’s inviting, comfortable and timeless. A welcoming entry and sliding doors suggest indoor/ outdoor living through all of the private and public main spaces including the Entry, Kitchen, living, and master bedroom. Another major design element for the interior of this home called the “galley” hallway, features high clerestory windows and creative entrances to two of the spaces. Custom Double Sliding Barn Doors to the office and an oversized entrance with sidelights and a transom window, frame the main entry and draws guests right through to the rear courtyard. The owner’s one-of-a-kind creative craft room and laundry room allow for open projects to rest without cramping a social event in the public spaces. Lastly, the HUGE but unassuming 2,200 sq ft garage provides two tiers and space for a full sized RV, off road vehicles and two daily drivers. This home is an amazing example of balance between on-site toy storage, several entertaining space options and private/quiet time and spaces alike.
barn inspired ranch house
barn inspired ranch house
Interior Changes home design & consultingInterior Changes home design & consulting
This is the welcome that you get when you come through the front door... not bad, hey?
Bigfoot House
Bigfoot House
studioSTL, Inc.studioSTL, Inc.
Spring
Spring
UserUser
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Breakwater Scandinavian// Scandinavian Farmhouse
Younger HomesYounger Homes
Front Entrance and Staircase
Front Entrance and Staircase
Landscape LogicLandscape Logic
We created this beautiful entrance that welcomes you into the house. The new retaining walls help terrace the yard and make it more usable space. Photo: M. Orenich
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
Cardiff Modern Farmhouse
ProPacific Builders, Inc.ProPacific Builders, Inc.
古民家・木造住宅を愉しむ
古民家・木造住宅を愉しむ
SCHOOL BUS OSAKA｜スクールバス空間設計SCHOOL BUS OSAKA｜スクールバス空間設計
Rustic Modern Nature Retreat
Rustic Modern Nature Retreat
Potomac River InteriorsPotomac River Interiors
Art, Custom Commission by Shawn Costello Dresser/Sideboard by Ikea in "Luxe" paint by Magnolia Home for KILZ Vessels all Vintage Ladder, Vintage Family heirloom Green Potted Plants
Doors
Doors
arq.07arq.07
This pair of sliding doors opens conecting the interior with the extarior space in both sides of the house.
Modern Eco Residence
Modern Eco Residence
HELTHELT
This lakefront diamond in the rough lot was waiting to be discovered by someone with a modern naturalistic vision and passion. Maintaining an eco-friendly, and sustainable build was at the top of the client priority list. Designed and situated to benefit from passive and active solar as well as through breezes from the lake, this indoor/outdoor living space truly establishes a symbiotic relationship with its natural surroundings. The pie-shaped lot provided significant challenges with a street width of 50ft, a steep shoreline buffer of 50ft, as well as a powerline easement reducing the buildable area. The client desired a smaller home of approximately 2500sf that juxtaposed modern lines with the free form of the natural setting. The 250ft of lakefront afforded 180-degree views which guided the design to maximize this vantage point while supporting the adjacent environment through preservation of heritage trees. Prior to construction the shoreline buffer had been rewilded with wildflowers, perennials, utilization of clover and meadow grasses to support healthy animal and insect re-population. The inclusion of solar panels as well as hydroponic heated floors and wood stove supported the owner’s desire to be self-sufficient. Core ten steel was selected as the predominant material to allow it to “rust” as it weathers thus blending into the natural environment.
Windsail
Windsail
Potts Design & Co.Potts Design & Co.
Welcomed by a cultured stone wrap feature wall at the entrance, this stunning custom west coast contemporary home opens up into a living area with a double sided fireplace that draws you to one of two private decks with unobstructed mountain views. Not only was it built by a reputable builder, but it was also featured on HGTV’s Worst to First! Watch the complete episode online: https://www.hgtv.ca/shows/worst-to-first/videos/darlene-scott/1531522115681/
7SeventyHouse.
7SeventyHouse.
FactionedFactioned
In the ever expanding market of multi-family residential projects, we were approached with one main goal - create a luxury hospitality experience to rival any name brand destination a patron would aspire to visit. 7SeventyHouse is positioned on the West side of Hoboken amongst an emerging set of developments transforming the previously industrial section of the city. In order to compete with other signature properties not only is 7SeventyHouse ‘a brand new residential collection that is more a destination than simply a home’ BUT as a resident ‘you are a part of something bigger; a community thriving on tranquility, sustainability, innovation and a holistic approach to everyday living’. See, we nailed it (or so says the savvy marketing team paid to bring people to the property).
秦野市北矢名　傾斜地(斜面地)に建つオーガニック菜園、畑付きアパート（集合住宅）
秦野市北矢名　傾斜地(斜面地)に建つオーガニック菜園、畑付きアパート（集合住宅）
ミナトデザイン1級建築士事務所ミナトデザイン1級建築士事務所
カテナハウス
カテナハウス
一級建築士事務所 ｉｋｍｏ一級建築士事務所 ｉｋｍｏ
土間、玄関は自転車や水槽を置いたり、植物を育てたりできる、多目的なスペースです。 １段上がったリビングの下は床下収納になっています。 写真：西川公朗
Interior Exterior Entry Transition with Views of Entire House
Interior Exterior Entry Transition with Views of Entire House
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
大きな鏡のあるオフィス
大きな鏡のあるオフィス
KOSAKUKOSAKU
はぐくむ家
はぐくむ家
バークレーの風一級建築士事務所バークレーの風一級建築士事務所
70年という月日を守り続けてきた農家住宅のリノベーション 建築当時の強靭な軸組みを活かし、新しい世代の住まい手の想いのこもったリノベーションとなった 夏は熱がこもり、冬は冷たい隙間風が入る環境から 開口部の改修、断熱工事や気密をはかり 夏は風が通り涼しく、冬は暖炉が燈り暖かい室内環境にした 空間動線は従来人寄せのための二間と奥の間を一体として家族の団欒と仲間と過ごせる動線とした 北側の薄暗く奥まったダイニングキッチンが明るく開放的な造りとなった

Entrance with Concrete Flooring and Exposed Beams 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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