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Reforma integral - Selva Roja
Reforma integral - Selva Roja
ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!ESTUDI A L'ÀTIC. Benvinguts al Slow Design!
Recuperamos algunas paredes de ladrillo. Nos dan textura a zonas de paso y también nos ayudan a controlar los niveles de humedad y, por tanto, un mayor confort climático. Creamos una amplia zona de almacenaje en la entrada integrando la puerta corredera del salón y las instalaciones generales de la vivienda.
Wai’alae Tropical Modern
Wai’alae Tropical Modern
Peter Vincent ArchitectsPeter Vincent Architects
The Ipe rain-screen extends back into the entry alcove and is integrated with a 5-foot wide pivot door. The experience creates a unique sense of mystery, surprise and delight as you enter through into the expansive great room.
Lincoln Park Renovation
Lincoln Park Renovation
Devon Grace InteriorsDevon Grace Interiors
We kept the furniture in the foyer quite minimal, selecting a single chair and a large full sized mirror. Across from it, a simple console table creates a catch-all space for keys and necessities while exiting and entering the home. Above the space, a glass rail provides a peek into the living room. It also allows even more natural light to pour into the foyer, creating a bright, open, and airy aesthetic.
Rowayton, CT
Rowayton, CT
Rich AV Design, LLC.Rich AV Design, LLC.
Oh What A Ceiling!
Oh What A Ceiling!
Green Sheep CollectiveGreen Sheep Collective
‘Oh What A Ceiling!’ ingeniously transformed a tired mid-century brick veneer house into a suburban oasis for a multigenerational family. Our clients, Gabby and Peter, came to us with a desire to reimagine their ageing home such that it could better cater to their modern lifestyles, accommodate those of their adult children and grandchildren, and provide a more intimate and meaningful connection with their garden. The renovation would reinvigorate their home and allow them to re-engage with their passions for cooking and sewing, and explore their skills in the garden and workshop.
Morton - Harr Residence, Court of Mysteries
Morton - Harr Residence, Court of Mysteries
Santa Cruz Green BuildersSanta Cruz Green Builders
Knotty alder door, dark white oak flooring, faux beams, box beams, office nook, spanish style railing
Garage Conversion to Bedroom in Los Angeles
Garage Conversion to Bedroom in Los Angeles
CA DwellingCA Dwelling
Barton Creek Residence
Barton Creek Residence
Nix Group ArchitectsNix Group Architects
Front entry walk and custom entry courtyard gate leads to a courtyard bridge and the main two-story entry foyer beyond. Privacy courtyard walls are located on each side of the entry gate. They are clad with Texas Lueders stone and stucco, and capped with standing seam metal roofs. Custom-made ceramic sconce lights and recessed step lights illuminate the way in the evening. Elsewhere, the exterior integrates an Engawa breezeway around the perimeter of the home, connecting it to the surrounding landscaping and other exterior living areas. The Engawa is shaded, along with the exterior wall’s windows and doors, with a continuous wall mounted awning. The deep Kirizuma styled roof gables are supported by steel end-capped wood beams cantilevered from the inside to beyond the roof’s overhangs. Simple materials were used at the roofs to include tiles at the main roof; metal panels at the walkways, awnings and cabana; and stained and painted wood at the soffits and overhangs. Elsewhere, Texas Lueders stone and stucco were used at the exterior walls, courtyard walls and columns.
Entry + Storage Ideas
Entry + Storage Ideas
Architect HewsonArchitect Hewson
Under Stair Storage and tiled entrance to the house
蓼科の庵
蓼科の庵
一級建築士事務所　丹羽明人アトリエ一級建築士事務所　丹羽明人アトリエ
Lake Union Boathouse
Lake Union Boathouse
P31 CollaborativeP31 Collaborative
Project completed as Senior Designer with NB Design Group, Inc. Photography | John Granen
Barn Transformation
Barn Transformation
Kohlmark Flach ArchitectsKohlmark Flach Architects
Greenwich Village Townhouse
Greenwich Village Townhouse
Sara MoseleSara Mosele
A project along the famous Waverly Place street in historical Greenwich Village overlooking Washington Square Park; this townhouse is 8,500 sq. ft. an experimental project and fully restored space. The client requested to take them out of their comfort zone, aiming to challenge themselves in this new space. The goal was to create a space that enhances the historic structure and make it transitional. The rooms contained vintage pieces and were juxtaposed using textural elements like throws and rugs. Design made to last throughout the ages, an ode to a landmark.
Tequesta: Coastal Transitional
Tequesta: Coastal Transitional
PB BuiltPB Built
Golden Hour Garden
Golden Hour Garden
Interiors by HerlongInteriors by Herlong
Cougar Mountain View
Cougar Mountain View
Ecolux Construction LLCEcolux Construction LLC
Magnificent pinnacle estate in a private enclave atop Cougar Mountain showcasing spectacular, panoramic lake and mountain views. A rare tranquil retreat on a shy acre lot exemplifying chic, modern details throughout & well-appointed casual spaces. Walls of windows frame astonishing views from all levels including a dreamy gourmet kitchen, luxurious master suite, & awe-inspiring family room below. 2 oversize decks designed for hosting large crowds. An experience like no other!
Entry to Kitchen Connection with Exposed Beams and Accent Combed Blue Stucco
Entry to Kitchen Connection with Exposed Beams and Accent Combed Blue Stucco
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.
Augusta Walk I
Augusta Walk I
Ryan Miller BuildersRyan Miller Builders
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?
PineGrove Residence
PineGrove Residence
FM Studio, LLC.FM Studio, LLC.
Midcentury Modern Foyer

Entrance with 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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