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Beaumont
Bachly ConstructionBachly Construction
A Rural French Country Estate
A Rural French Country Estate
Mariani LandscapeMariani Landscape
Linda Oyama Bryan
Entertainment Retreat
Entertainment Retreat
Sarceda ProjeKtsSarceda ProjeKts
8106 Chalk Knoll Drive
8106 Chalk Knoll Drive
Julie Mack RealtorJulie Mack Realtor
Walk through the front doors and feel the elegance and beauty of the home.
Rose Manor
Rose Manor
Elegant in DesignElegant in Design
The brief for this grand old Taringa residence was to blur the line between old and new. We renovated the 1910 Queenslander, restoring the enclosed front sleep-out to the original balcony and designing a new split staircase as a nod to tradition, while retaining functionality to access the tiered front yard. We added a rear extension consisting of a new master bedroom suite, larger kitchen, and family room leading to a deck that overlooks a leafy surround. A new laundry and utility rooms were added providing an abundance of purposeful storage including a laundry chute connecting them. Selection of materials, finishes and fixtures were thoughtfully considered so as to honour the history while providing modern functionality. Colour was integral to the design giving a contemporary twist on traditional colours.
College Park Classical Home in Lake Concord
College Park Classical Home in Lake Concord
Geoffrey Mouen Architect, LLCGeoffrey Mouen Architect, LLC
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Manhattan Apartment
Manhattan Apartment
Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.
Detail of entry gallery showing hand painted Gracie wall covering. Photo credit: Tom Crane Photography
Glasgow, Woodside Grade A Listed building.
Glasgow, Woodside Grade A Listed building.
Heritage Tiling & Restoration CoHeritage Tiling & Restoration Co
A Large Mansion floor in Glasgow, The floor had been covered with latex screed and carpet adhesive, an intensive and time consuming cleaning procedure was carried out removing the latex and carpet adhesive by hand with very sharp blades used on an oblique angle = removes the latex but leaves the tiles unmarked. Once only a thin skin is left a series of cleaning pads are used going from a very rough grit to a polishing pad. the cleaning takes place over in this case two days, the floor is mopped between each procedure to ensure that none of the dirty residue soaks into the tile. my method is tried and tested for over 4 decades and has stood the test of time. when the floor is finally clean it is allowed to dry out for at least 2 days, then we seal with our preferred sealer = Dry Treat which has proven to be the best type for my restoration work. the colours are enhanced however the finish is matt and the tiles are now able to repel oil & water borne stains. I have projects which are as good now as there were when we sealed them 25 years ago,
Baton Rouge Entry
Baton Rouge Entry
Beth Claybourn InteriorsBeth Claybourn Interiors
Sustainable Custom Interior Iron Railings
Sustainable Custom Interior Iron Railings
Compass IronworksCompass Ironworks
Donna Chiarelli
Historic Interior Restoration
Historic Interior Restoration
Blackstone PaintersBlackstone Painters
Restoration of 2 sets of pocket doors, 2 mantles, hearth, and stairwell. -Blackstone Painters
Grand Old Dame gets a restoration! During renovation.
Grand Old Dame gets a restoration! During renovation.
Alpha 1 BuildersAlpha 1 Builders
What an entrance, loving all of the glass work and those stairs. It just invites you in and frames the beauty of this historical house. The floors are so warm too.
Doors & Windows
Doors & Windows
Hampton Bay ConstructionHampton Bay Construction
Stanwood Custom Home
Stanwood Custom Home
John Piazza Jr Construction & RemodelingJohn Piazza Jr Construction & Remodeling
Stanwood Custom Home
Stanwood Custom Home
John Piazza Jr Construction & RemodelingJohn Piazza Jr Construction & Remodeling
2012 Award of Merit
2012 Award of Merit
Natural Stone InstituteNatural Stone Institute
Developer George Kevo collaborated with Creative Edge Master Shop, Inc., and Aalto Design to design and fabricate floors for a French chateau masterpiece home. A project of this nature requires meticulous care and excellent craftsmanship. Both developer George Kevo and Harri Aalto, President of Aalto Design, have discerning eyes and discriminating tastes. Working together, Harri Aalto was able to interpret and add his design style to George's idea. Their collaboration yielded floors containing over 20 colors and over 2,200 ft. of stunning artistry. Some of the stones used in this project were Crema Marfil, Emperador Dark, Jerusalem Gold, Indus Gold, Quetzel Green and French Vanilla. Design and colors were carefully chosen following the developer's interior decorations. After a month of designing and programming, Creative Edge Master Shop, iNc. fabricated and shipped over 40,000 pieces of preassembled stone flooring for installation.
Custom Doors
Custom Doors
Nereo WoodworkingNereo Woodworking
PLASTER CROWN MEDALLION RESTORED 1878 SILVER LEAF
PLASTER CROWN MEDALLION RESTORED 1878 SILVER LEAF
Maggee Gibson Design Inc.Maggee Gibson Design Inc.
restoration 1878 plaster crown ceiling medallion 36" diameter silver leaf patina
Entry doors & InteriorDoors
Entry doors & InteriorDoors
WL Kitchen & HomeWL Kitchen & Home
MS Villa
MS Villa
IDS JordanIDS Jordan

Luxury Victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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 victorian 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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