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Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Entry
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reconstruction of a stone house in Trahila - Mani
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Cape Dutch House
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Harbor Beach French Flair
Martin Architect, Inc.Martin Architect, Inc.
Entry Foyer, high contrast black and white marble floors, white marble columns, heavy wood front doors, medium wood stain with high gloss finish. White marble stairs and black custom railing. Two story atrium
Urban Hacienda
Urban Hacienda
Catrina's Ranch InteriorsCatrina's Ranch Interiors
Just recently I had the pleasure of working on a remarkable ranch in the Texas Hill Country. The ranch belongs to John and Betty Martin, two extraordinary people with impeccable taste. The Martins live in the hustle and bustle of Katy, enjoying life with children and grandchildren. One thing that they share as a family is their appreciation of nature. In addition to raising trophy deer and exotic animals, they love to hunt and fish. They also take long nature walks in search of arrowheads, fossils and other treasures which they often incorporate into their own designs on walls, walkways and patios. Having found this remote corner of God’s country, it would not be easy to find a builder who could be on site daily and truly listen to the specific directions, details and overall vision of how this “San Miguel de Allende” style ranchero was to be constructed. Would it prove to be impossible? Not with a little luck, and a whole lot of Girl Power! The amazing Betty Martin ended up with an equally amazing builder named Judy Ramsey. This woman rancher, who raises exotic animals and trophy deer, is involved in real estate, leases her ranch for hunting and builds high end “casas” for the most discerning clients! Heck, she builds great little cabins too! When Catrina’s Ranch Interiors became involved with the ambitious project, and I first viewed the blue prints and renderings, I was speechless. The plans were for a 17,000 square foot home built around a central courtyard. The courtyard had a bell tower over the front entrance gate; a real one. The main house had an observation tower that overlooked the dammed up river and a picturesque view of Heaven on Earth. There was a magnificent outdoor kitchen off of an enormous porch. The plans showed a large, ornate, fountain in the middle of the central courtyard. This home was to have all the bells and whistles, with unimaginable details, while sparing no expense. It would take two years to build and finish. Judy, Betty and I had many meetings over the next two years. We designed and built 58 chandeliers and sconces, indoors and out. We designed and built custom doors, custom cabinets, custom kitchens and candle holders. “If you can dream it, we can build it” is Catrina’s Ranch Interiors’ motto and, as always, we delivered on this promise. I like to think of myself as a “Can Do” kind of girl, but this job tested my abilities on a regular basis. Antler chandeliers measuring 7 ft. by 7 ft. would be no problem! Hammered copper panels in the cabinet doors? Not a problem! I have much to tell you about this experience, but nothing says it better than the stunning color photographs taken by San Antonio’s most famous magazine photographer, for Urban Home Magazine’s next issue. See for yourself. When Urban Home Magazine owner Louis Doucette went with me to photograph the ranch, Louis told me that it was my best work and then corrected himself to tell me that it was the best work he had ever seen. Take a close look at the details of the Martin Ranch project in the January 2014 issue and come see us at Catrina’s Ranch Interiors in Boerne. No job is too big or too small. No idea is too far outside the box when making dreams come true.
Delray Beach - Custom Mediterranean Traditional
Delray Beach - Custom Mediterranean Traditional
Jerusalem Stone ArchitectureJerusalem Stone Architecture
Jerusalem Stone Architecture is a company that ensures its clients the best stone available. We cater to the discriminating architect, designer, builder, and homeowner seeking imported hand-carved, architectural limestone and marble. We stand out in the Florida market as the genuine stone provider for those looking to renovate or build the exterior and interior spaces of their homes. Our clients enjoy the luxury of selecting the finest architectural limestone and marble from a portfolio that includes the latest and most trendy design worldwide. Marble Columns, Marble Fireplace, architectural stone, architectural stone Elements, Natural Stone Architectural Stone, Carving Columns, Carving Stone, Carving Stone Elements, Carving Architectural Stone, French limestone, Italian Marble Columns, Limestone Architectural Elements, Fine Limestone Architectural Elements, Antique Stone Columns, Quality Stone Architectural Elements, Mexican Stone Architectural Elements , Egyptian Stone Columns, Stone Architectural Elements, French Stone Architectural Elements, Natural Stone Architectural Stone Elements, architectural stone elements, Hand Carved Natural Stone , Hand carving Natural Stone Architectural Elements, hand carved architectural stone, hand carved architectural stone fireplaces, limestone fireplace mantels, limestone fireplace, Moca creme limestone, Branco do mar limestone, Rosal limestone, Crema do mos limestone, Caliza capri limestone, Beige limestone, Indiana limestone, Jerusalem royal gold, France beige limestone, Crema luna limestone, French limestone, Beauharnal french limestone, Stone Contact, Covering, StoneExpo, Jerusalem Stone, Architectural Elements,Jerusalem Stone Flooring, Architectural Carved Stone, Hand Carved Stone, Architectural Stone, Loggia, Outdoor Living Spaces, Fountain Design, Dentil Molding Exterior, Arch Door, Outdoor Fountain, Wicker Patio, Fancy Stone Color, Round Balcony, Round Fountain Balcony, Ceiling, Outdoor Loggia, Loggia Design, Arched Trim, Half Round Window, Trim Round Outdoor, Wicker Daybed Concave, Ceiling Covered, Loggia Wall Lanterns , columns & capital, capital, column, balustrade, corinthian column, tuscan columns, Architectural, Stone Work, Carved Stone, Carving, Architectural Custom Homes, tuscan stone columns, outdoor tuscan style, corinthian style columns, Fireplace, Stone Fireplace, Luxury architecture, Stone BALUSTRADE, Stone Railing, BALUSTRADE, Mediterranean stone, Mediterranean Style. Naples, Palm Beach, California.
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Santa Barbara Home DesignSanta Barbara Home Design
Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.
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2039 - Juliet balcony
Matthew Mawer Residential DesignMatthew Mawer Residential Design
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Santorini Villa over Malibu Lake
Santorini Villa over Malibu Lake
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Jardín decorado con diferentes plantas estilo mediterraneo
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The Venetian Court Condominiums
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Salus Security Door Installation
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Safe and Sound, Inc.Safe and Sound, Inc.
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Front Exterior
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
We definitely approve of this formal front entry's fountain and arched double entry doors, the custom exterior wall sconces, and luxury landscaping.
Ron Neal Lighting Design
Ron Neal Lighting Design
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Darren Edwards Photographs
Cypress Tuscan Showstopper
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Wyrick Residential DesignWyrick Residential Design

Mediterranean Blue 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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