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Entrance with Grey Floors and a Wood Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Whitelawn Residence
Whitelawn Residence
Highland Builders LLCHighland Builders LLC
In a country setting this white modern farmhouse with black accents features a warm stained front door and wrap around porch. Starting with the welcoming Board & Batten foyer to the the personalized penny tile fireplace and the over mortar brick Hearth Room fireplace it expresses "Welcome Home". Custom to the owners are a claw foot tub, wallpaper rooms and accent Alder wood touches.
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel
Eyoh DesignEyoh Design
Guadalajara, San Clemente Coastal Modern Remodel This major remodel and addition set out to take full advantage of the incredible view and create a clear connection to both the front and rear yards. The clients really wanted a pool and a home that they could enjoy with their kids and take full advantage of the beautiful climate that Southern California has to offer. The existing front yard was completely given to the street, so privatizing the front yard with new landscaping and a low wall created an opportunity to connect the home to a private front yard. Upon entering the home a large staircase blocked the view through to the ocean so removing that space blocker opened up the view and created a large great room. Indoor outdoor living was achieved through the usage of large sliding doors which allow that seamless connection to the patio space that overlooks a new pool and view to the ocean. A large garden is rare so a new pool and bocce ball court were integrated to encourage the outdoor active lifestyle that the clients love. The clients love to travel and wanted display shelving and wall space to display the art they had collected all around the world. A natural material palette gives a warmth and texture to the modern design that creates a feeling that the home is lived in. Though a subtle change from the street, upon entering the front door the home opens up through the layers of space to a new lease on life with this remodel.
MacLean Residence
MacLean Residence
AMD ArchitectureAMD Architecture
Lake of the Isles Classic
Lake of the Isles Classic
St. Croix Custom Homes and RenovationSt. Croix Custom Homes and Renovation
Big Fir Vineyard
Big Fir Vineyard
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
The angle of the entry creates a flow of circulation that welcomes visitors while providing a nook for shoes and coats. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.
Hillside Connection
Hillside Connection
Peregrine Design BuildPeregrine Design Build
Devlin Drive
Devlin Drive
Interior ParticulierInterior Particulier
Saline Creek Road
Saline Creek Road
Kurtz Construction, Inc.Kurtz Construction, Inc.
Cable Railing for Ash Floating Stairs
Cable Railing for Ash Floating Stairs
ViewrailViewrail
Cable Railing on Ash Floating Stairs These Vermont homeowners were looking for a custom stair and railing system that saved space and kept their space open. For the materials, they chose to order two FLIGHT Systems. Their design decisions included a black stringer, colonial gray posts, and Ash treads with a Storm Gray finish. This finished project looks amazing when paired with the white interior and gray stone flooring, and pulls together the open views of the surrounding bay.
Kendrick's Cabin Remodel
Kendrick's Cabin Remodel
Centre Sky Architecture LtdCentre Sky Architecture Ltd
Kendrick's Cabin is a full interior remodel, turning a traditional mountain cabin into a modern, open living space. The walls and ceiling were white washed to give a nice and bright aesthetic. White the original wood beams were kept dark to contrast the white. New, larger windows provide more natural light while making the space feel larger. Steel and metal elements are incorporated throughout the cabin to balance the rustic structure of the cabin with a modern and industrial element.
エントランスの土間スペース
エントランスの土間スペース
株式会社a3　(エーサン）株式会社a3　(エーサン）
玄関ホールを全て土間にした多目的なスペース。半屋外的な雰囲気を出している。また、1F〜2Fへのスケルトン階段横に大型本棚を設置。
Modern Cabin
Modern Cabin
Outside ArchitectureOutside Architecture
Contemporary New Construction
Contemporary New Construction
Single Source BuildersSingle Source Builders
Front covered entrance to tasteful modern contemporary house. A pleasing blend of materials.
船橋の家
船橋の家
株式会社 持井工務店株式会社 持井工務店
Photo by 後藤徹雄
庭園緑地の邸宅
庭園緑地の邸宅
邸宅巣箱｜鎌倉特化のデザイン住宅邸宅巣箱｜鎌倉特化のデザイン住宅
玄関ポーチ
安城市　東端町の家
安城市　東端町の家
株式会社kotori株式会社kotori
アプローチから見る玄関。玄関横には造作ベンチを設置。田園風景が広がる環境でベンチに腰掛けながら愛犬とのんびり過ごします。レッドシダーで製作された玄関ドアを開けると窓からは中庭に植えた庭木が覗きます。
交錯線のワンルーム住宅
交錯線のワンルーム住宅
IYs - Inoue Yoshimura studio Inc.IYs - Inoue Yoshimura studio Inc.
ガラスの木製サッシから採光もできるようになっている。
Lake Tahoe - 02
Lake Tahoe - 02
MWA, Inc.MWA, Inc.
The wide entry with bench and drawers provides plenty of space to for everyone to sit and take off their boots.
Mount Pleasant Residence
Mount Pleasant Residence
Rush Dixon ArchitectsRush Dixon Architects
Western Red Cedar Built Out Exterior Entry with Grey Double 5-Lite Doors
Western Red Cedar Built Out Exterior Entry with Grey Double 5-Lite Doors
MAK Design + Build Inc.MAK Design + Build Inc.

Entrance with Grey Floors and a Wood 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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