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Foyer + Stairwell - The Ascension - Super Ranch on Acreage
Foyer + Stairwell - The Ascension - Super Ranch on Acreage
Cascade West DevelopmentCascade West Development
Paint by Sherwin Williams Body Color - Anew Gray - SW 7030 Trim Color - Dover White - SW 6385 Interior Stone by Eldorado Stone Stone Product Vantage 30 in White Elm Flooring by Macadam Floor & Design Foyer Floor by Emser Tile Tile Product Travertine Veincut Windows by Milgard Windows & Doors Window Product Style Line® Series Window Supplier Troyco - Window & Door Lighting by Destination Lighting Linares Collection by Designer's Fountain Interior Design by Creative Interiors & Design Landscaping by GRO Outdoor Living Customized & Built by Cascade West Development Photography by ExposioHDR Portland Original Plans by Alan Mascord Design Associates
Glenview New Construction 2015
Glenview New Construction 2015
Mandy Brown Architects, PCMandy Brown Architects, PC
Foyer
Coffee Creek Crossing The H4L 1.5-story Plan: For Sale
Coffee Creek Crossing The H4L 1.5-story Plan: For Sale
Allure Luxury HomesAllure Luxury Homes
Ken Claypool
Home on the Ranch
Home on the Ranch
Vining Design AssociatesVining Design Associates
Gorgeous ranch entry w a tack room feel---saddle and wood ceilings beckon you to come in.
DOUBLE HEIGHT
DOUBLE HEIGHT
Annalisa Carli ArchitettoAnnalisa Carli Architetto
All'ingresso dell'abitazione troviamo una madia di Lago con specchi e mobili cappottiera di Caccaro. Due porte a vetro scorrevoli separano l'ambiente cucina. Foto di Simone Marulli
Anderson Residence
Anderson Residence
OSMOND DESIGNSOSMOND DESIGNS
Notting Hill Lateral Apartment
Notting Hill Lateral Apartment
Barlow & Barlow DesignBarlow & Barlow Design
Chocolate brown lacquered hallway with classic mouldings and invisible door to study with picture lights and antique credenza.
Drop Zone & Pantry
Drop Zone & Pantry
Garman Builders Inc.Garman Builders Inc.
The two-car garage leads into a drop zone, or mud room, and a walk-in pantry located just off the kitchen. The wall is painted in the Fog color by PPG (PPG-1010-2). The slightly contrasting trim work is painted in the Commercial White color by the same paint company (PPG 1025-1).
Glenelg foyer
Glenelg foyer
PapercameraPapercamera
Copyright © Tracey Brown. Design by Trish Albano Interiors View of foyer looking towards front doorway
Larchmont Mud/ Laundry Room
Larchmont Mud/ Laundry Room
Debra Kling Colour ConsultantDebra Kling Colour Consultant
Blue Laundry/ Mud Rom.
Квартира 56м2
Квартира 56м2
Татьяна Иванова I Interior Designer & DecoratorТатьяна Иванова I Interior Designer & Decorator
Мебель и свет в современном классическом стиле.
Bayview Drive Project
Bayview Drive Project
JR Builders LLCJR Builders LLC
Traditional Family Oasis
Traditional Family Oasis
Pillar HomesPillar Homes
Builder: Pillar Homes
The Nottingham - Andover, KS
The Nottingham - Andover, KS
Nies HomesNies Homes
AEV Real Estate Photography
Puritan
Puritan
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Lakeside Retreat - The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
Lakeside Retreat - The Cliffs at Keowee Springs
Villa Verona DesignVilla Verona Design
Foyer www.press1photos.com
Glass Front Doors - Exterior Glass Doors - Glass Entry Doors Rugged Retreat 3D P
Glass Front Doors - Exterior Glass Doors - Glass Entry Doors Rugged Retreat 3D P
Sans Soucie Art GlassSans Soucie Art Glass
Glass Front Doors, Glass Entry Doors that Make a Statement! Your front door is your home's initial focal point and glass doors by Sans Soucie with frosted, etched glass designs create a unique, custom effect while providing privacy AND light thru exquisite, quality designs! Available any size, all glass front doors are custom made to order and ship worldwide at reasonable prices. Exterior entry door glass will be tempered, dual pane (an equally efficient single 1/2" thick pane is used in our fiberglass doors). Selling both the glass inserts for front doors as well as entry doors with glass, Sans Soucie art glass doors are available in 8 woods and Plastpro fiberglass in both smooth surface or a grain texture, as a slab door or prehung in the jamb - any size. From simple frosted glass effects to our more extravagant 3D sculpture carved, painted and stained glass .. and everything in between, Sans Soucie designs are sandblasted different ways creating not only different effects, but different price levels. The "same design, done different" - with no limit to design, there's something for every decor, any style. The privacy you need is created without sacrificing sunlight! Price will vary by design complexity and type of effect: Specialty Glass and Frosted Glass. Inside our fun, easy to use online Glass and Entry Door Designer, you'll get instant pricing on everything as YOU customize your door and glass! When you're all finished designing, you can place your order online! We're here to answer any questions you have so please call (877) 331-339 to speak to a knowledgeable representative! Doors ship worldwide at reasonable prices from Palm Desert, California with delivery time ranges between 3-8 weeks depending on door material and glass effect selected. (Doug Fir or Fiberglass in Frosted Effects allow 3 weeks, Specialty Woods and Glass [2D, 3D, Leaded] will require approx. 8 weeks).
Glencoe
Glencoe
Signature Innovations LLCSignature Innovations LLC
A grand staircase sweeps the eye upward as soft shades of creamy white harmoniously highlight the simply elegant woodwork. The crisp white kitchen pops against a backdrop of dark wood tones. Floor: 7” wide-plank Smoked Black French Oak | Rustic Character | Black Oak Collection | smooth surface | square edge | color Pure | Satin Poly Oil. For more information please email us at: sales@signaturehardwoods.com
La Maison Normande
La Maison Normande
Interior Life DesignInterior Life Design
French Oak - 7" Wide Plank Flooring
French Oak - 7" Wide Plank Flooring
PurezaWoodPurezaWood
Entryway with custom wide plank flooring, white walls, fireplace and lounging area.

Premium Entrance with Dark Hardwood Flooring 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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