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Amarra Estate
Amarra Estate
Marion Interior DesignMarion Interior Design
Foyer
Foyer
Fratantoni Design / Residential ArchitectsFratantoni Design / Residential Architects
Fratantoni Design created this beautiful home featuring tons of arches and pillars, tile flooring, wall sconces, custom chandeliers, and wrought iron detail throughout.
Hallway with Groin Vault Arched Ceiling and Wrought Iron Double Doors
Hallway with Groin Vault Arched Ceiling and Wrought Iron Double Doors
MILLER + MILLER Architectural PhotographyMILLER + MILLER Architectural Photography
Hallway Going to Kitchen Featuring Groin Vaulted Arched Ceiling (Similar to Rib Vault Ceiling) and Wrought Iron Double Doors. Antique Chairs, Mirrors, Lamps, Statues, Table, Custom Inlaid Travertine Tile Floors and 24K Gold Chandeliers. Miller + Miller Architectural Photography
Moroccan Villa Entry
Moroccan Villa Entry
Maraya Interior DesignMaraya Interior Design
New Moroccan Villa on the Santa Barbara Riviera, overlooking the Pacific ocean and the city. In this terra cotta and deep blue home, we used natural stone mosaics and glass mosaics, along with custom carved stone columns. Every room is colorful with deep, rich colors. In the master bath we used blue stone mosaics on the groin vaulted ceiling of the shower. All the lighting was designed and made in Marrakesh, as were many furniture pieces. The entry black and white columns are also imported from Morocco. We also designed the carved doors and had them made in Marrakesh. Cabinetry doors we designed were carved in Canada. The carved plaster molding were made especially for us, and all was shipped in a large container (just before covid-19 hit the shipping world!) Thank you to our wonderful craftsman and enthusiastic vendors! Project designed by Maraya Interior Design. From their beautiful resort town of Ojai, they serve clients in Montecito, Hope Ranch, Santa Ynez, Malibu and Calabasas, across the tri-county area of Santa Barbara, Ventura and Los Angeles, south to Hidden Hills and Calabasas. Architecture by Thomas Ochsner in Santa Barbara, CA
Contemporary Iron Doors
Contemporary Iron Doors
SunCoast Iron DoorsSunCoast Iron Doors
Located in Naples, FL, this beautiful Mediterranean home with a custom iron door is the perfect blend of old-world charm and contemporary elegance. Check out suncoastirondoors.com for more of our versatile designs.
Spanish Oaks
Spanish Oaks
C-Reese Architectural DesignC-Reese Architectural Design
Miami Charm in Highland Park
Miami Charm in Highland Park
Robert Elliott Custom HomesRobert Elliott Custom Homes
Nathan Schroder Photography BK Design Studio Robert Elliott Custom Homes Solara Doors and Lighting
Whitley Heights Kitchen
Whitley Heights Kitchen
JWT AssociatesJWT Associates
A former laundry room was opened up to the backyard and now functions as a main circulation space from the yard to kitchen.
Mediterranean in Silverleaf
Mediterranean in Silverleaf
La Casa Builders Inc.La Casa Builders Inc.
Mark Bosclair
Naiffy Residence
Naiffy Residence
Palm Beach Woodwork Company IncPalm Beach Woodwork Company Inc
Spanish Revival Restoration
Spanish Revival Restoration
Cynthia Bennett & AssociatesCynthia Bennett & Associates
This restoration and addition had the aim of preserving the original Spanish Revival style, which meant plenty of colorful tile work, and traditional custom elements. Here's a look at the completely restored and rebuilt front entry.
Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home built by Arjay Builders Inc. Custom Cabinets by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions
Bradbury California Mega Mansion
Bradbury California Mega Mansion
Xulon FloorsXulon Floors
Xulon Floors
Gaywood, Dallas Residence
Gaywood, Dallas Residence
L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.L. Lumpkins Architect, Inc.
The front entry of the home with custom iron doors and staircase railing. Photograph by Holger Obenaus Photography LLC
Desert Tuscan Foyer
Desert Tuscan Foyer
Laura Lee DesignsLaura Lee Designs
A rustic, Spanish style entryway with a custom Laura Lee Designs wrought iron chandelier. Designed and built by Premier Building.
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
Santa Barbara/ Mediterranean Style Beach House
Santa Barbara/ Mediterranean Style Beach House
Millar & Associates ConstructionMillar & Associates Construction
Striking two story foyer with wrought iron railings, high open beam ceiling, engineered wood flooring and Venetian plastered walls. Note the pre-set elevator shaft area where the vase is standing. Want to add an elevator later -- no problem! Development and interior design by Vernon Construction. Construction management and supervision by Millar and Associates Construction. Photo courtesy of Village Properties.
Bel Air, MSH Design
Bel Air, MSH Design
MSH Design, Inc.MSH Design, Inc.
California Homes
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Mediterranean Mansion - Newport Landing
Arjay Builders Inc.Arjay Builders Inc.
Home built by Arjay Builders Inc. Custom Cabinets by Eurowood Cabinets, Inc. Photo by Amoura Productions

Luxury 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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