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Entrance with Medium Hardwood Flooring and a Light Wood Front Door Ideas and Designs

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St. Helena update
RJ Austin Interior DesignRJ Austin Interior Design
Repurposing architectural elements like this gutter down spout from the Santa Rosa High School remodel made into a key cubby at entry.
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CASA AJACCIO
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RISTRUTTURAZIONE SU MISURA - APPARTAMENTO PRIVATO
Silvia Iraghi Design StudioSilvia Iraghi Design Studio
ingresso realizzato ad hoc con studio illuminotecnico a pavimento e a parete. Disposizione di superfici di specchio inclinate appositamente per dare riflessione alla luce nell'intero ambiente. Colonna centrale portante mascherata creandovi attorno una credenza retroilluminata.
Lakeview Residence
Lakeview Residence
Amanda HamiltonAmanda Hamilton
Meeting flood regulations in style
Meeting flood regulations in style
Baine Contracting, Inc.Baine Contracting, Inc.
Corso 1
Corso 1
grayHAUSgrayHAUS
This large high-end residential home set records in Yeronga for off-river land sales for blocks of land less than 1000m2 when sold in 2016 to rugby league legend Wayne Bennett. The beautiful home was meticulously designed by the team at grayHAUS to take in the Queensland weather all year round. Thoughtful positioning of louvred windows was the main focus to capture the breezes that came up the Brisbane River, creating a cross ventilation environment that varied little in temperatures minimising the need for air conditioning. The large open plan living, dining & kitchen provided the ultimate entertainment space as they all linked to the outdoor alfresco area that was picture framed by an above ground fully tiled swimming pool, which could be heated during the winter months for year-round use. Other attributes to this house is a 3 car garage with store room, master retreat on the middle level with a private balcony, large butler’s pantry with separate appliances and fridge spaces for the master chef of the house, media room fitted with surround sound system, 3 large bedrooms with ensuite and bathroom on the upper level all linked to a teenagers retreat / multi-purpose room. An electronic smart system was also installed to the house so themes could be set for lighting, while AC controls, intercom and alarm systems were also integrated into this system. This home was one of the first high end builds designed and built by the team at grayHAUS and it still proves to be a success by re-setting the benchmark for off-river property sales when sold recently in 2019.
Reforma
Reforma
Eva Salabart InteriorismoEva Salabart Interiorismo
Piezas que imprimen carácter al diseño. En esta imagen vemos el cuadro que nos sirvió de inspiración para la paleta de colores a emplear en la vivienda
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Entries
Lori Dennis, Inc.Lori Dennis, Inc.
Lori Dennis Interior Design SoCal Contractor Construction Erika Bierman Photography
864 Kirkwood
864 Kirkwood
Fresh PerspectivesFresh Perspectives
Entry photographed Lynsey Culwell, SqFt Photography
Large Residence
Large Residence
Hinson + Dagg Architects, LLCHinson + Dagg Architects, LLC
Daniel Wicke
Premium Design Patchwork Area Rug / Round
Premium Design Patchwork Area Rug / Round
AYDIN HidesAYDIN Hides
Family run AYDIN Hides is the Leading Provider of the Finest Luxury Cowhide and Cowhide Patchwork Rugs, Sheepskins and Goatskins ethically and humanely sourced in Europe and 100% with respect to nature and bio diversity. Each piece is handcrafted and hand-stitched in small production batches to offer uncompromised Premium Quality and Authenticity.
Exterior Doors
Exterior Doors
ELEVATIONS | Design Solutions by MyersELEVATIONS | Design Solutions by Myers
Visit Our Showroom 8000 Locust Mill St. Ellicott City, MD 21043 Lemieux Arched top Exterior Door - SIDELIGHTS AND TRANSOMS - Are you looking to add more light to your living space or are you trying to make the entrance to your home more grand? Whatever your needs Lemieux can help you achieve your goal by choosing from our selection of sidelights and transoms. They will brighten any room, bathing it in natural light. It is a refreshing accent that will bring your home to life.
Contemporary Home
Contemporary Home
King Building & Remodeling LLCKing Building & Remodeling LLC
Doug Petersen Photography
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nionohama-apartment-house-renovation
ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)ALTS DESIGN OFFICE (アルツ デザイン オフィス)
Horsetooth Kitchen
Horsetooth Kitchen
T.C. Lloyd & CompanyT.C. Lloyd & Company
New front door in natural oak with custom fluted glass lites and new trim around existing glass block side lites
Recibidor con gran librería
Recibidor con gran librería
ESTUDIO ONIKOTESTUDIO ONIKOT
Gran librería volada aprovechando las paredes del recibidor
Justi Creek Ranch House
Justi Creek Ranch House
Asquared Studios Inc.Asquared Studios Inc.
Cedar Key
Cedar Key
Dostie HomesDostie Homes
Deremer Studios Photography
Appartamento bed & books | 70 MQ
Appartamento bed & books | 70 MQ
Valerio TunesiValerio Tunesi
ambiente caldo con pavimentazione in legno recuperato, ambiente storico per colazioni romantiche o cenette a due. la passione per i libri emerge da ogni angolo, scaffale o ripiano.
勾配天井の開放感あふれる家
勾配天井の開放感あふれる家
だいかねの家だいかねの家
外部の格子や無垢材和の軒天、障子を使った和の趣の落ち着いた雰囲気のお家。玄関はファミリー玄関を設け、広々スッキリ仕上げられています。

Entrance with Medium Hardwood Flooring and a Light Wood 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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