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Medium Sized Mediterranean Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Santa Fe Guest House
Santa Fe Guest House
Madera Builders LLCMadera Builders LLC
Katie Johnson
Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Entry
Southern California
Southern California
Juxtapose DesignsJuxtapose Designs
Entry to Formal Living Room
Entry to Formal Living Room
Bankston May AssociatesBankston May Associates
Photo Credit: Chipper Hatter Architect: Kevin Harris Architect, LLC Builder: Jarrah Builders Entry way, interior design, iron rail stairs, bronze lantern.
Waterfront
Waterfront
Ashby CollectiveAshby Collective
Montecito Home
Montecito Home
CB Paint and Decor, Inc.CB Paint and Decor, Inc.
Montectio Spanish Estate Interior and Exterior. Offered by The Grubb Campbell Group, Village Properties.
Troon Arizona Landscape (Scottsdale, AZ)
Troon Arizona Landscape (Scottsdale, AZ)
Pascale Land DesignPascale Land Design
A relaxing, lush and extraordinary courtyard.
Santa Barbara Spanish Revival Style new home
Santa Barbara Spanish Revival Style new home
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.
Tranquil Zen Garden Spa Retreat - Casa California Showcase Home
Tranquil Zen Garden Spa Retreat - Casa California Showcase Home
Wesley Design Inc.Wesley Design Inc.
Tranquil Zen Garden
Mediterranean Style Pool Gate | Custom Made Gates That Meet Pool Code Requiremts
Mediterranean Style Pool Gate | Custom Made Gates That Meet Pool Code Requiremts
Dynamic Garage DoorDynamic Garage Door
Beverly Hills, CA - Pool safety codes hinder a lot of homeowners today in terms of what style garden gates they can use. Dynamic Garage Door believes in a no-barrier design concept that allows our clients to achieve the aesthetics they are looking for while maintaining pool safety gate regulations and requirements. This iron-scrolled gate would typically be in violation of what a pool safety gate should be because it would be easy for a child to climb via the iron scrolling. The best solution is using safety laminated, tempered glass which is highly resilient to impact while at the same time creating a surface that is climb-proof thus eliminating the potential of a child climbing over the pool area without supervision. Instead of using an unsightly spring attached to the gate and post we opted for spring-loaded hinges so that we don't compromise the look and feel of the gate. Keeping in mind all these details when we build and install our custom gates me our gates not only beautiful to look at but safe and sound to use as swimming pool safe gates that harmonize architecturally with your landscaping or home's style. This Beverly Hills, CA home was retrofitted with an astounding Mediterranean Gate Design that decorates the passage way to swimming pool area all-the-while keeping the integrity of Mediterranean style intact. Do you need a truly custom gate designed and crafted especially for you? What about your clients? Impress them with Dynamic Garage Door and/or gate....maybe both or a whole set of side gates and garage doors.
Rustic Alder Entry Door
Rustic Alder Entry Door
Finesse, Inc.Finesse, Inc.
Rustic alder entry door with clavos and speakeasy
Porcelain Tile
Porcelain Tile
Inside Design Carpet One Floor & HomeInside Design Carpet One Floor & Home
Mannington Porcelain TIle: Garda
Rénovation 006
Rénovation 006
Agence CréHouseAgence CréHouse
Mak2com
"Antigua" Model in Quail West - Norris/Florida Lifestyle Homes
"Antigua" Model in Quail West - Norris/Florida Lifestyle Homes
Norris Furniture & InteriorsNorris Furniture & Interiors
Stone Floor – Antique, Reclaimed Limestone ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers
Stone Floor – Antique, Reclaimed Limestone ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers
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Reclaimed ‘Dalle de Bourgogne’ pavers by Architectural Stone Decor. www.archstonedecor.ca | sales@archstonedecor.ca | (437) 800-8300 The ancient Dalle de Bourgogne stone pavers have been reclaimed from different locations across the Mediterranean making them unique in their warm color mixtures and patinas and their exquisite beauty. They have been calibrated to 5/8” in thickness to ease installation of modern use. They come in random sizes and could be installed in either a running bond formation or a random ‘Versailles’ pattern. Their durable nature makes them an excellent choice for indoor and outdoor use. They are unaffected by extreme climate and easily withstand heavy use due to the nature of their hard molecular structure.
Amherst
Amherst
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Silver Leaf Family Dwelling
Silver Leaf Family Dwelling
Kim Scodro InteriorsKim Scodro Interiors
Colleton River
Colleton River
Randolph StewartRandolph Stewart
Mediterranean Entry Door with Stained Glass
Mediterranean Entry Door with Stained Glass
WGH WoodworkingWGH Woodworking
Mediterranean influenced custom designed entry with stained glass sidelites. The wood is alder with a natural finish. The entry handle is by Rocky Mountain Hardware. Photo by: Wayne Hausknecht
Las Ventanas Spanish
Las Ventanas Spanish
Isaman design, Inc.Isaman design, Inc.
Designed for a family who is relocating back to California, this contemporary residence sits atop a severely steep site in the community of Las Ventanas. Working with the topography led to some creative design solutions, structurally and aesthetically, to accommodate all of the family’s programatic needs. The 4127 s.f. home fits into the relatively small building footprint while an infinity edge pool cantilevers 22′ above grade. With spectacular views of the Arroyo Grande foothills and farms, this main pool deck becomes a major feature of the home. All living spaces, including the great room and kitchen open up to this deck, ideal for relaxation and entertainment. Given that the owners have five golden retrievers, this outdoor space also serves as an area for the dogs. The design includes multiple water features and even a dog pond. To further emphasize the views, a third story mitered glass reading room gives one the impression of sitting above the treetops. The use of warm IPE hardwood siding and stone cladding blend the structure into the surrounding landscape while still offering a clean and contemporary aesthetic.

Medium Sized 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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