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Marble Entryway
Marble Entryway
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
We love this formal front entry's double staircase, the wrought iron stair rail, and the marble floors.
PKC house | MQ. 372
PKC house | MQ. 372
Filotico and partners architettiFilotico and partners architetti
Entry
Entry
Chambers Interiors & Associates, Inc.Chambers Interiors & Associates, Inc.
Dan Piassick Photography
Palm Springs Family Retreat
Palm Springs Family Retreat
Avalon Architectural, Inc.Avalon Architectural, Inc.
A Mediterranean entryway to an idyllic dessert retreat for an extended family at the foot of the mountains in Palm Springs, California.
Hilltop Estate with Sweeping San Francisco Views
Hilltop Estate with Sweeping San Francisco Views
UserUser
Astonishing luxury and resort-like amenities in this gated, entirely private, and newly-refinished, approximately 14,000 square foot residence on approximately 1.4 level acres. The living quarters comprise the five-bedroom, five full, and three half-bath main residence; the separate two-level, one bedroom, one and one-half bath guest house with kitchenette; and the separate one bedroom, one bath au pair apartment. The luxurious amenities include the curved pool, spa, sauna and steam room, tennis court, large level lawns and manicured gardens, recreation/media room with adjacent wine cellar, elevator to all levels of the main residence, four-car enclosed garage, three-car carport, and large circular motor court. The stunning main residence provides exciting entry doors and impressive foyer with grand staircase and chandelier, large formal living and dining rooms, paneled library, and dream-like kitchen/family area. The en-suite bedrooms are large with generous closet space and the master suite offers a huge lounge and fireplace. The sweeping views from this property include Mount Tamalpais, Sausalito, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, and the East Bay. Few homes in Marin County can offer the rare combination of privacy, captivating views, and resort-like amenities in newly finished, modern detail. Total of seven bedrooms, seven full, and four half baths. 185 Gimartin Drive Tiburon CA Presented by Bill Bullock and Lydia Sarkissian Decker Bullock Sotheby's International Realty www.deckerbullocksir.com
Rockville Elegant Estate
Rockville Elegant Estate
BPL Design GroupBPL Design Group
Casa De Leon
Casa De Leon
MJS Designers GroupMJS Designers Group
Uneek Image Photography, Regal Real Estate
Mediterranean 9,000 square foot Street of Dreams Designer
Mediterranean 9,000 square foot Street of Dreams Designer
Susan Berry Design, Inc.Susan Berry Design, Inc.
Expansive Decadent Waterfront
Expansive Decadent Waterfront
Annie Santulli DesignsAnnie Santulli Designs
A dream home in every aspect, we resurfaced the pool and patio and focused on the indoor/outdoor living that makes Palm Beach luxury homes so desirable. This gorgeous 6000 square foot waterfront estate features innovative design and luxurious details that blend seamlessly along side comfort, warmth and a lot of whimsy. Our clients wanted a home that catered to their gregarious lifestyle which inspired us to make some nontraditional choices. Opening a wall allowed us to install an eye catching 360 degree bar that serves as a focal point within the open concept, delivering on the clients desire for a home designed for fun and relaxation. The wine cellar in the entryway is as much a bold design statement as it is a high-end lifestyle feature. It now lives where an expected coat closet once resided! Next, we eliminated the dinning room entirely, turning it into a pool room while still providing plenty of seating throughout the expansive first floor. Our clients’ lively personality is shown in many of the details of this complete transformation, inside and out.
North Shore Lakefront Estate
North Shore Lakefront Estate
Barron & Stoll Interior DesignBarron & Stoll Interior Design
Barry Rustin, 2012
Foyer
Foyer
Jerry Jacobs Design, Inc.Jerry Jacobs Design, Inc.
Split level foyer. Limestone columns. Floor recessed lighting.
The Akarra IV by John Cannon Homes
The Akarra IV by John Cannon Homes
John Cannon HomesJohn Cannon Homes
The Akarra IV features Spanish-Mediterranean style architecture accented at both the interior and exterior. Throughout the home, hand-painted tiles and rich wood and brick ceiling details are a perfect pairing of classic and contemporary finishes. Gene Pollux Photography
Old World Hacienda by John Siemering Homes Austin TX
Old World Hacienda by John Siemering Homes Austin TX
John Siemering HomesJohn Siemering Homes
John Siemering Homes. Custom Home Builder in Austin, TX
Beverly Park Residential
Beverly Park Residential
Texstōn Industries, Inc.Texstōn Industries, Inc.
Historic Landmark Estate Restoration
Historic Landmark Estate Restoration
Allen ConstructionAllen Construction
Historic landmark estate restoration with handpainted archways, American Encaustic tile detailing and fountain, original tile floor, and original wrought iron fixtures. Photo by: Jim Bartsch
Florida Mediterranean Revival Seaside Villa
Florida Mediterranean Revival Seaside Villa
Frank de Biasi InteriorsFrank de Biasi Interiors
Frank de Biasi Interiors
Reformed Spanish Colonial
Reformed Spanish Colonial
American Tradition Builders, Inc.American Tradition Builders, Inc.
Stephen Shefrin
Italian Mediterranean Private Residence
Italian Mediterranean Private Residence
Jaycox Architects & AssociatesJaycox Architects & Associates
Lucas Allen
6909 East Oak Lane Orange CA by the Canaday Group
6909 East Oak Lane Orange CA by the Canaday Group
Canaday GroupCanaday Group
6909 East Oak Lane Orange CA by the Canaday Group. For a private tour, call Lee Ann Canaday 949-249-2424
Italian Farmhouse
Italian Farmhouse
Elevation 92 Construction Services, Inc.Elevation 92 Construction Services, Inc.

Expansive Mediterranean Entrance 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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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