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Boston
Boston
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
Upon entering, the home immediately opens up, with a dramatic double-height foyer anchored by a curving volume that stretches between the ground and second floors. The narrow, yet extremely tall proportions of the space create a feeling of verticality and loftiness within a very compact footprint. The volume conceals the staircase behind, and is clad in curving millwork which incorporates full-height closets to provide ample storage space.
Custom Home
Custom Home
King's Court Builders, Inc.King's Court Builders, Inc.
Open 2-story entry with large windows and glass railing staircase.
The Rambler
The Rambler
George Pendleton & Co., Inc.George Pendleton & Co., Inc.
Natural stone walls, White Oak timbers, metal rails, painted shiplap and millwork, wide plank oak flooring and reclaimed wood ceilings, all work together to provide a striking entry to this custom home.
Barton Residence
Barton Residence
Hugo DesignHugo Design
Arbor Forest
Arbor Forest
Galindo Group ConsultingGalindo Group Consulting
Modern Renovation
Modern Renovation
Weaver Custom HomesWeaver Custom Homes
Southern Living House with a View of Pinnacle Mountain
Southern Living House with a View of Pinnacle Mountain
Herron Horton Architects, Inc.Herron Horton Architects, Inc.
Moore II Residence
Moore II Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Exterior entry opens to stair, dining room, kitchen, living room and yard at rear
Four Wheeler
Four Wheeler
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Cutty Trail
Cutty Trail
Southwest Design Studio, Inc.Southwest Design Studio, Inc.
Contemporary Entry
Tamarack House
Tamarack House
Vereco Smart Green Homes LtdVereco Smart Green Homes Ltd
Front entry with special wood accent; custom vertical wood slat partition walls designed by Vereco, built by Evermore Homes.
GUEMES ISLAND MODERN CABIN
GUEMES ISLAND MODERN CABIN
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
The custom front door is an oversized steel pivot door which provides a grand entrance to this beautiful home. The door is meant to patina over time which ties into the industrial design features of this home. Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Photos: Chad Coleman Photography
Whole Home Remodel- Almaden Valley
Whole Home Remodel- Almaden Valley
May Construction, Inc.May Construction, Inc.
The existing hodgepodge layout constricted flow on this existing Almaden Valley Home. May Construction’s Design team drew up plans for a completely new layout, a fully remodeled kitchen which is now open and flows directly into the family room, making cooking, dining, and entertaining easy with a space that is full of style and amenities to fit this modern family's needs. Budget analysis and project development by: May Construction
GALAXY Concrete Polishing Melbourne-Polished Concrete-Semi Gloss Minimal stone
GALAXY Concrete Polishing Melbourne-Polished Concrete-Semi Gloss Minimal stone
Galaxy Concrete Polishing & GrindingGalaxy Concrete Polishing & Grinding
GALAXY Concrete Polishing & Grinding - Polished Concrete in semi gloss sheen finish with minimal to random stone exposure complimenting rustic design and rammed earth walls
Architecture intérieure sur mesure d'un appartement
Architecture intérieure sur mesure d'un appartement
Studio CatoirStudio Catoir
Architecture intérieure d'un appartement situé au dernier étage d'un bâtiment neuf dans un quartier résidentiel. Le Studio Catoir a créé un espace élégant et représentatif avec un soin tout particulier porté aux choix des différents matériaux naturels, marbre, bois, onyx et à leur mise en oeuvre par des artisans chevronnés italiens. La cuisine ouverte avec son étagère monumentale en marbre et son ilôt en miroir sont les pièces centrales autour desquelles s'articulent l'espace de vie. La lumière, la fluidité des espaces, les grandes ouvertures vers la terrasse, les jeux de reflets et les couleurs délicates donnent vie à un intérieur sensoriel, aérien et serein.
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired
Frank Lloyd Wright Inspired
Turner Design FirmTurner Design Firm
Boston
Boston
Wanda Ely Architect Inc.Wanda Ely Architect Inc.
The foyer visually connects the ground and second floors. Here you look up to see the custom perforated metal guard and handrail, which offer a peek of the reading bench and library beyond. New skylights in the existing sloped roof, along with new window openings, allow generous amounts of west light to cascade down into the space, and cast dramatic, ever-changing shadows against the white walls and millwork.
Cedar Rock Farms Lot 1
Cedar Rock Farms Lot 1
Curtis White CompaniesCurtis White Companies
Foyer
From 1950’s Teardown to Contemporary Standout
From 1950’s Teardown to Contemporary Standout
JTID Inc.JTID Inc.
The house is built onto an upslope lot, therefore the main living spaces which open onto the backyard are located on the upper floor which is accessed via a short run of stairs. To make the rather compact space appear more spacious, double doors were substituted for the original single width opening. A glass banister and a picture window above the door provide see-through surfaces. The chandelier which hangs from the newly vaulted ceiling adds a dramatic touch to this entryway. .
Strathcona County Sconaglen Estates - Interior Home Renovation
Strathcona County Sconaglen Estates - Interior Home Renovation
Four Elements ConstructionFour Elements Construction
Our clients originally built this home many years ago on an acreage and raised their family in it. Its a beautiful property. They were looking to preserve some of the elements they loved but update the look and feel of the home blending traditional with modern, while adding some new up-to-date features. The entire main and second floors were re-modeled. Custom master bedroom cabinetry, wood-look vinyl plank flooring, a new chef's kitchen, three updated bathrooms, and vaulted cedar ceiling are only some of the beautiful features.

Entrance with Grey Floors and a Vaulted Ceiling 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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