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Expansive Entrance with All Types of Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Mission Grand
Mission Grand
Lacey Construction Ltd.Lacey Construction Ltd.
Photo by Brice Ferre. Mission Grand - CHBA FV 2021 Finalist Best Custom Home
Dining Room Chandelier
Dining Room Chandelier
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
Formal dining room windows and marble floors.
317 Ridge
317 Ridge
Patrick Plunkett Architectural Design, Ltd.Patrick Plunkett Architectural Design, Ltd.
Front Foyer and Entry Staircase
Front door and windows painting restoration in West Hill area of Putney
Front door and windows painting restoration in West Hill area of Putney
Mi DecorMi Decor
Restoring 100 years old plus door and wooden sash windows is a big task. It requires skill, knowledge, good product use, and some specialist training. As a passionate owner and operator at Mi Decor, I just love this type of work. it is touching history and making this work lats for a generation. From sanding, wood, and masonry repair to epoxy resin installation and hand-painted finish in high gloss.
New Construction Design - Main Floor
New Construction Design - Main Floor
Lisa Stewart DesignLisa Stewart Design
This modern mansion has a grand entrance indeed. To the right is a glorious 3 story stairway with custom iron and glass stair rail. The dining room has dramatic black and gold metallic accents. To the left is a home office, entrance to main level master suite and living area with SW0077 Classic French Gray fireplace wall highlighted with golden glitter hand applied by an artist. Light golden crema marfil stone tile floors, columns and fireplace surround add warmth. The chandelier is surrounded by intricate ceiling details. Just around the corner from the elevator we find the kitchen with large island, eating area and sun room. The SW 7012 Creamy walls and SW 7008 Alabaster trim and ceilings calm the beautiful home.
Price Residence
Price Residence
Starwood Custom HomesStarwood Custom Homes
Southgate Estates Home
Southgate Estates Home
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Nic and Adams new home
Nic and Adams new home
B Designs Interior'sB Designs Interior's
We had so much fun decorating this space. No detail was too small for Nicole and she understood it would not be completed with every detail for a couple of years, but also that taking her time to fill her home with items of quality that reflected her taste and her families needs were the most important issues. As you can see, her family has settled in.
VILLA DEBORA INTERNI
VILLA DEBORA INTERNI
JFD - Juri Favilli DesignJFD - Juri Favilli Design
Entry
Entry
Angela Reynolds DesignsAngela Reynolds Designs
Nic and Adams new home
Nic and Adams new home
B Designs Interior'sB Designs Interior's
We had so much fun decorating this space. No detail was too small for Nicole and she understood it would not be completed with every detail for a couple of years, but also that taking her time to fill her home with items of quality that reflected her taste and her families needs were the most important issues. As you can see, her family has settled in.
Harold Way Hollywood Hills modern home front door and art filled entry foyer
Harold Way Hollywood Hills modern home front door and art filled entry foyer
Whipple Russell ArchitectsWhipple Russell Architects
Harold Way Hollywood Hills modern home front door and art filled entry foyer
Canyon Del Sol
Canyon Del Sol
Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.Keystone Custom Builders, Inc.
• This front door from the Thermatru Visionary Collection makes a statement and says come on it. Light Floors, plenty of windows, and a contemporary entryway chandelier make a warm welcome for guests. Photos by Robby Arnold Media, Grand Junction, CO
McLean Multi-Gen Custom Home
McLean Multi-Gen Custom Home
Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.Anthony Wilder Design/Build, Inc.
Inspired by the modern romanticism, blissful tranquility and harmonious elegance of Bobby McAlpine’s home designs, this custom home designed and built by Anthony Wilder Design/Build perfectly combines all these elements and more. With Southern charm and European flair, this new home was created through careful consideration of the needs of the multi-generational family who lives there.
Luxury Living in Lavallette
Luxury Living in Lavallette
Evenflow InteriorsEvenflow Interiors
Chartwell Interiors - Formal Entry
Chartwell Interiors - Formal Entry
Living Radius Architecture & Interior Design Inc.Living Radius Architecture & Interior Design Inc.
Condo at the Ridges
Condo at the Ridges
E Design HomeE Design Home
Glass wall tiled entry, American Walnut wood shelf, Hubbardton Forge Sconces, Global Views Vase.
Dayton Lodge
Dayton Lodge
Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.Mark D. Williams Custom Homes, Inc.
2 story vaulted entryway with timber truss accents and lounge and groove ceiling paneling. Reclaimed wood floor has herringbone accent inlaid into it.
Front door and windows painting restoration in West Hill area of Putney
Front door and windows painting restoration in West Hill area of Putney
Mi DecorMi Decor
Restoring 100 years old plus door and wooden sash windows is a big task. It requires skill, knowledge, good product use, and some specialist training. As a passionate owner and operator at Mi Decor, I just love this type of work. it is touching history and making this work lats for a generation. From sanding, wood, and masonry repair to epoxy resin installation and hand-painted finish in high gloss.
Entrance
Entrance
ALP_ARCHITECTUREALP_ARCHITECTURE
CASA LU Credits: project and DL by Alessio La Paglia Architecture. Dall'ingresso si accede alla zona giorno, mentre un volume grigio accoglie un piccolo laundry che serve anche da antibagno, inglobando i pilastri centrali. La palette colori si attesta sui toni del grigio, chiaro per il bagno, dove si è scelto un effetto Ceppo di Gré e una pietra naturale. L'illuminazione è affidata a faretti ad incasso nel controsoffitto, necessario al passaggio dei fili e dell'impianto di condizionamento canalizzato, ovvero integrato a controsoffitto, in modo da vederne soltanto le bocchette di mandata e di ripresa dell'aria. L'illuminazione del corridoio proviene da faretti incassati in tagli della larghezza dell'ambiente enfatizzati da uno sfondo nero a contrasto cromatico.

Expansive Entrance with All Types of 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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