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Entrance with White Walls and Limestone Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Coastal Residence
Coastal Residence
Andra Martens Design StudioAndra Martens Design Studio
David Duncan Livingston
Foyer
Foyer
ODS ArchitectureODS Architecture
Formal entry foyer with new display cabinetry, light limestone floors with radiant heating.
Islington Village
Islington Village
M-Squared Contracting Inc.M-Squared Contracting Inc.
Perched high above the Islington Golf course, on a quiet cul-de-sac, this contemporary residential home is all about bringing the outdoor surroundings in. In keeping with the French style, a metal and slate mansard roofline dominates the façade, while inside, an open concept main floor split across three elevations, is punctuated by reclaimed rough hewn fir beams and a herringbone dark walnut floor. The elegant kitchen includes Calacatta marble countertops, Wolf range, SubZero glass paned refrigerator, open walnut shelving, blue/black cabinetry with hand forged bronze hardware and a larder with a SubZero freezer, wine fridge and even a dog bed. The emphasis on wood detailing continues with Pella fir windows framing a full view of the canopy of trees that hang over the golf course and back of the house. This project included a full reimagining of the backyard landscaping and features the use of Thermory decking and a refurbished in-ground pool surrounded by dark Eramosa limestone. Design elements include the use of three species of wood, warm metals, various marbles, bespoke lighting fixtures and Canadian art as a focal point within each space. The main walnut waterfall staircase features a custom hand forged metal railing with tuning fork spindles. The end result is a nod to the elegance of French Country, mixed with the modern day requirements of a family of four and two dogs!
Seine Tile Collection
Seine Tile Collection
Sabella Carved StoneSabella Carved Stone
Architect - Residential Design Studio Builder - Vic Whitney Custom travertine flooring in a running bond pattern that also varies in row depth between 22" and 26". This floor was hand finished with a four step process to emulate a reclaimed antique floor according to the owner's preference.
Two-Part Harmony
Two-Part Harmony
Jaffe Architecture + InteriorsJaffe Architecture + Interiors
1301 Bay Harbor
1301 Bay Harbor
SDH Studio Architecture and Interior DesignSDH Studio Architecture and Interior Design
Nestled on a oversized corner lot in Bay Harbor Island, the architecture of this building presents itself with a Tropical Modern concept that takes advantage of both Florida’s tropical climate and the site’s intimate views of lush greenery.
Waterfront Mediterranean Style Home
Waterfront Mediterranean Style Home
Ramos Design Build CorporationRamos Design Build Corporation
Luxury apartment
Luxury apartment
UserUser
Contemporary Entrance hall
steel post and beam
steel post and beam
Gathrid designGathrid design
Entry - 24" x 24" limestone flooring with custom inset lighting. Frosted glass walls with clear sections top and bottom set in commercial aluminum storefront channel. Mid-century modern classic, originally designed by A. Quincy Jones. Restored and expanded in the original style and intent.
Stow Barn, Gloucestershire
Stow Barn, Gloucestershire
Completion Interior Design & ArchitectureCompletion Interior Design & Architecture
ENTRANCE HALL. This storage bench with baskets and coat hooks works particularly well in the entrance hall to provide both a feature and a functional spot to remove the layers from a country walk!
CHELSEA TOWNHOUSE No 1
CHELSEA TOWNHOUSE No 1
STEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTSSTEPHEN FLETCHER ARCHITECTS
This project, our most ambitious and complex to date, has involved the complete remodelling and extension of a five-storey Victorian townhouse in Chelsea, including the excavation of an additional basement level beneath the footprint of the house, vaults and most of the rear garden. Photographer: Rachael Smith
RIDGEWOOD ESTATE
RIDGEWOOD ESTATE
HUNTINGTON IDHUNTINGTON ID
Our Ridgewood Estate project is a new build custom home located on acreage with a lake. It is filled with luxurious materials and family friendly details. This is the entryway in this large home with the view from the study.
European Inspired Transitional Home
European Inspired Transitional Home
Design DCADesign DCA
Foyer with Formal Living beyond.
Venetian Islands, Miami Beach Florida
Venetian Islands, Miami Beach Florida
DiMare DesignDiMare Design
Herman Miller, Design Within Reach, Italkraft This weekend luxury summer home designed for a hip family from New York combines modern and eclectic design. Dark and light textures and materials gave the spaces drama and uniqueness. Organic materials were mixed with trendy, high end furnishings. The result was unique and fabulous. Another magnificent Interior Design in Miami by DiMare Design… "Miami modern" New York and New Jersey Interior Designers Cruelty free interior design Vegan interior design animal friendly interior design humane interior design Healthy Autism Sensory interior design “Contemporary Interior Designers” “Modern Interior Designers” “Coco Plum Interior Designers” “Sunny Isles Interior Designers” “Pinecrest Interior Designers” "South Florida designers" “Best Miami Designers” "Miami interiors" "Miami decor" “Miami Beach Designers” “Best Miami Interior Designers” “Miami Beach Interiors” “Luxurious Design in Miami” "Top designers" "Deco Miami" "Luxury interiors" “Miami Beach Luxury Interiors” “Miami Interior Design” “Miami Interior Design Firms” "Beach front" organic sustainable “Top Interior Designers” "top decor" “Top Miami Decorators” "Miami luxury condos" "modern interiors" "Modern” "Pent house design" "white interiors" “Top Miami Interior Decorators” “Top Miami Interior Designers” “Modern Designers in Miami” DiMare Design Deborah Rosenberg 786-629-9581
Suburban Estate
Suburban Estate
Lauren Coburn LLCLauren Coburn LLC
Tony Soluri
Curated Haven
Curated Haven
European Design InteriorsEuropean Design Interiors
Contemporary Farmhouse
Contemporary Farmhouse
My-Studio LtdMy-Studio Ltd
This period farmhouse in Oxfordshire retained elegant original features in a pared back style but was transformed with contemporary architectural elements. The styling was a mix of relaxed rustic pieces contrasting with 20th century antiques and soft ikats and linen upholstery
North East House
North East House
Demetriades + WalkerDemetriades + Walker
Peter R. Peirce
Rustic Pantry & Mudroom
Rustic Pantry & Mudroom
CTM CONSTRUCTIONCTM CONSTRUCTION
Sarah's House - Farmhouse
Sarah's House - Farmhouse
BLDG Workshop Inc.BLDG Workshop Inc.
BLDG Workshop was enlisted to design three outdoor spaces (a deck, a porch and a patio) that were each to read seamlessly as if they were original to the home. Interior design by Sarah Richardson Design.

Entrance with White Walls and Limestone Flooring 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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