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Empire Building CompanyEmpire Building Company
This circa 1990 dated home was in need of a major renovation or demolition. The home was very dated and run down but it presented us with a good footprint on the block which allowed us heaps of potential to re-energize the home into modern day standards. The Clients visited our previous Display Home ‘Le Chateau’ which was also a home transformation and they were so amazed by what could be achieved that they made up their decision to transform the existing home rather than start over. Our Clients were transitioning into retirement and being ex-farmers they wanted a fresh start to full time city life. They also wanted a lock up & leave home that would last them the next 20 years and the changes required during that period so we created two master bedrooms (one on each floor) two other bedrooms and a new study on the lower floor. Two generous living areas (one on each floor) with custom built-in furniture and oodles of storage throughout. The open plan meals, kitchen, scullery and family room is now the focus point of the home. The existing home was very dark inside on the lower floor so we removed some internal walls to open it up and introduced several Velux skylights plus a fresh colour scheme which has since made a world of difference and transformed the space with great connection to the outdoor areas. On the outside we extended the existing garage forward of its current position allowing for more than generous parking for two larger cars and plenty of storage space with a shoppers access to the home. We also removed the old kidney shaped underground pool and installed a modern day above ground swim spa and deck and built a new under main roof alfresco area fitted out with cabinetry, stone tops, sink, fridge, bbq, and rangehood. The internal living areas and outside entertaining area now feel connected to each other. The tired façade of the home was enhanced by rendering the old cream face brickwork, a new Colorbond roof, new double glazed windows and some significant structural changes that have given the new look to all of the elevations. The home now features a contemporary look which for passers-by would only assume is a brand new home, which it essentially is. We specialise in major home alterations including second storey extensions and complete face-lifts. Our expert design team will create something that blends well with the existing home and makes best use of your site and your personal living requirement’s
Haga Kyrkogata 16B
Haga Kyrkogata 16B
Bjurfors GöteborgBjurfors Göteborg
2010 Goodrich 4A
2010 Goodrich 4A
Riverside Homes LLCRiverside Homes LLC
Redcliffe Waterfront Renovation
Redcliffe Waterfront Renovation
D Pearce Constructions Pty LtdD Pearce Constructions Pty Ltd
Red Steel Pivot Door on a Modern Masterpiece in La Costa
Red Steel Pivot Door on a Modern Masterpiece in La Costa
MAIDEN SteelMAIDEN Steel
Modern Red Steel Pivot Door and Barn Door Hardware designed and built by NOEdesignCo. for MAIDEN
Buttercup
Buttercup
Wright Jenkins Home DesignWright Jenkins Home Design
A serving bar with drink cooler resides on the other side of this wall divider.
Grey Lynn Modern Addition to a Traditional Villa
Grey Lynn Modern Addition to a Traditional Villa
Broswick Builders LtdBroswick Builders Ltd
Located in a quiet Grey Lynn St, the original cold, dark, damp villa was in need of restoration and extension to provide for a growing young family that reflected their family and friend focused lifestyle. Following a full restoration of the existing exterior and interior of the existing weatherboard clad villa, Matz Architects proposed a 3 level cedar clad extension that peaks out from the eastern side and above the ridgeline of the villa. Contrasts in materials and finishes are deliberately used throughout as you pass from historic to modern, to aid a recognition of the past and a reflection of the future.
PASSING THROUGH
PASSING THROUGH
Heidi Pribell InteriorsHeidi Pribell Interiors
Heidi Pribell Interiors puts a fresh twist on classic design serving the major Boston metro area. By blending grandeur with bohemian flair, Heidi creates inviting interiors with an elegant and sophisticated appeal. Confident in mixing eras, style and color, she brings her expertise and love of antiques, art and objects to every project.
Asheville Urban Loft
Asheville Urban Loft
Altura ArchitectsAltura Architects
This bright, red door leads off the back deck of this traditional building into a colorful and modern artist apartment. Photography by Todd Crawford
Modern with Wood Siding and Red Front Door
Modern with Wood Siding and Red Front Door
CleanLine PaintingCleanLine Painting
The Arcardia
The Arcardia
Clairville HomesClairville Homes
Greenlake Cottage
Greenlake Cottage
Bellingham Bay BuildersBellingham Bay Builders
Winner of Department of Energy's 2019 Housing Innovation Awards. This detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) in the Greenlake neighborhood of Seattle is the perfect little getaway. With high ceilings, an open staircase looking down at the living space, and a yard surrounded by greenery, you feel as if you're in a garden cottage in the middle of the city. This detached accessory dwelling unit (DADU) in the Greenlake neighborhood of Seattle is the perfect little getaway. With high ceilings, an open staircase looking down at the living space, and a yard surrounded by greenery, you feel as if you're in a garden cottage in the middle of the city. Photography by Robert Brittingham
Watamu
Watamu
Angela Keegan Interior StylistAngela Keegan Interior Stylist
Marcus Keegan photography
Entry hall St-Sauveur
Entry hall St-Sauveur
RénoDéco etc.RénoDéco etc.
Designer et photographe Lyne Brunet
Contemporary Foyer in Black and White
Contemporary Foyer in Black and White
Lauren Levant InteriorLauren Levant Interior
Dave Bryce Photography
Entry Doors
Entry Doors
TGS Garages & DoorsTGS Garages & Doors
Spark House great room
Spark House great room
Kelly Ann PhotographyKelly Ann Photography
Wall of windows in a great room facing beautiful woods
Pepperrell Road, Kittery Point
Pepperrell Road, Kittery Point
Stoney Brook LandscapingStoney Brook Landscaping
Stoney Brook Landscaping Location: Kittery Point, Kittery, ME, USA Chimney restoration and new chimney instillations. Pool patio, staircases, walkways and entries. This house was built in 1662 and the original fire place and chimney were restored. Photographed by: John Bedford Photography
Modern Farmhouse
Modern Farmhouse
Inspire QInspire Q
Our staged entryway with subtle classic farmhouse wall detailing/decals.
Cow Bay Cladding
Cow Bay Cladding
UserUser
Nick Rudnicki

Entrance with White Walls and a Red 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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