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Entrance with White Walls and a Vaulted Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Spanish Trail Estate
Spanish Trail Estate
Design by SashaDesign by Sasha
Modern mediterranean style foyer
Moroccan Villa Entry
Moroccan Villa Entry
Maraya Interior DesignMaraya Interior Design
New Moroccan Villa on the Santa Barbara Riviera, overlooking the Pacific ocean and the city. In this terra cotta and deep blue home, we used natural stone mosaics and glass mosaics, along with custom carved stone columns. Every room is colorful with deep, rich colors. In the master bath we used blue stone mosaics on the groin vaulted ceiling of the shower. All the lighting was designed and made in Marrakesh, as were many furniture pieces. The entry black and white columns are also imported from Morocco. We also designed the carved doors and had them made in Marrakesh. Cabinetry doors we designed were carved in Canada. The carved plaster molding were made especially for us, and all was shipped in a large container (just before covid-19 hit the shipping world!) Thank you to our wonderful craftsman and enthusiastic vendors! Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Santa Ynez, Malibu and Calabasas, across the tri-county area of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills and Calabasas. Architecture by Thomas Ochsner in Santa Barbara, CA
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.
Riverdale
Riverdale
Lindsay O. CreativeLindsay O. Creative
This functional and modern mudroom provides this family with sufficient storage for all their activities through a bright and clean aesthetic.
Calle Mi Gusta
Calle Mi Gusta
M43 LLC Fine HomebuildingM43 LLC Fine Homebuilding
Entryway Ideas
Entryway Ideas
Perry HomesPerry Homes
Entryway
SHERWIN WILLIAMS PURE WHITE E-DESIGN
SHERWIN WILLIAMS PURE WHITE E-DESIGN
Kylie M InteriorsKylie M Interiors
Large family-friendly foyer with black painted front door and sliding wood farmhouse door. Wood look tile flooring with Sherwin Williams Pure White on the walls and Tricorn Black on the stair railing. The entryway opens up to the living room with Pure White walls and Cheating Heart on the fireplace built-ins. I'm a colour consultant and did the paint colours for this beautiful space.
Lakeside Retreat | Lake Marion
Lakeside Retreat | Lake Marion
Homes by TraditionHomes by Tradition
Entryway Envy
Entryway Envy
Coyle Carpet One Floor & HomeCoyle Carpet One Floor & Home
Island Cove House
Island Cove House
Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.Albert, Righter & Tittmann Architects, Inc.
Island Cove House keeps a low profile on the horizon. On the driveway side it rambles along like a cottage that grew over time, while on the water side it is more ordered. Weathering shingles and gray-brown trim help the house blend with its surroundings. Heating and cooling are delivered by a geothermal system, and much of the electricity comes from solar panels.
Smythe Street Farmhouse
Smythe Street Farmhouse
Faye Cowie DesignsFaye Cowie Designs
Entry with black farmhouse door, wide plank oak flooring, barrel ceiling painted black
Barton Residence
Barton Residence
Hugo DesignHugo Design
Arbor Forest
Arbor Forest
Galindo Group ConsultingGalindo Group Consulting
Entry
Entry
Harper FloorsHarper Floors
Coastal, beige tones brighten and open up this entry for this stunning New York home. The light toned floors work well with the stained brown front doors and sliding doors.
Entryway Ideas
Entryway Ideas
Perry HomesPerry Homes
Entryway
Carmel Knolls
Carmel Knolls
AMERICA ITALIANAAMERICA ITALIANA
Modern Renovation
Modern Renovation
Weaver Custom HomesWeaver Custom Homes
Lurline Bay House - Part 1
Lurline Bay House - Part 1
D'Cruz Design GroupD'Cruz Design Group
Master Bathroom, Laundry and Foyer Remodel
Master Bathroom, Laundry and Foyer Remodel
A&E Construction and Design CenterA&E Construction and Design Center
Mudroom/Foyer, Master Bathroom and Laundry Room renovation in Pennington, NJ. By relocating the laundry room to the second floor A&E was able to expand the mudroom/foyer and add a powder room. Functional bench seating and custom inset cabinetry not only hide the clutter but look beautiful when you enter the home. Upstairs master bath remodel includes spacious walk-in shower with bench, freestanding soaking tub, double vanity with plenty of storage. Mixed metal hardware including bronze and chrome. Water closet behind pocket door. Walk-in closet features custom built-ins for plenty of storage. Second story laundry features shiplap walls, butcher block countertop for folding, convenient sink and custom cabinetry throughout. Granite, quartz and quartzite and neutral tones were used throughout these projects.
Moore II Residence
Moore II Residence
Hsu McCulloughHsu McCullough
Exterior entry opens to stair, dining room, kitchen, living room and yard at rear

Entrance with White Walls 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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