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Mud Room Expansion | Richmond, VA
Mud Room Expansion | Richmond, VA
Jennifer Radakovic DesignJennifer Radakovic Design
The expansion of this mudroom more than doubled its size. New custom cabinets ensure everything has a place. New tile floor and brass hardware tie the new and existing spaces together. QPH Photo
Coastal Entry
Coastal Entry
Kimberley Kay InteriorsKimberley Kay Interiors
Coastal, beach artwork, clean lines, Faux plants, boho, and cement key drop
Evanston Single Family Home
Evanston Single Family Home
Impeccable by Meredith ParkImpeccable by Meredith Park
This mudroom has ample space and storage. Featuring a stained bench seat with white cabinetry. A small coat closet provides extra storage.
Rolfe
Rolfe
Nested Design StudioNested Design Studio
Qphoto
Modern Cottage
Modern Cottage
CIRCLE Design StudioCIRCLE Design Studio
Photo by Kip Dawkins
Golden Glam Entryway
Golden Glam Entryway
Karina Jones DesignsKarina Jones Designs
Vic LeDan Photography
Wentworth Point, NSW - Penthouse
Wentworth Point, NSW - Penthouse
Sartorial InteriorsSartorial Interiors
Monique Sartor
Modern Ski Condominium
Modern Ski Condominium
Vicki Simon Interior DesignVicki Simon Interior Design
Custom cubbies were designed around the client's ski storage needs with places for helmets, boots, hanging clothes and a copper lined trough for wet skis. Also, a built-in bench for putting boots on and off. Photo by Kat Alves
11th Avenue
11th Avenue
MG Design & Building Pty LtdMG Design & Building Pty Ltd
Built Ins
Built Ins
Cobblestone HomesCobblestone Homes
Cobblestone Homes
By J Design Group - Doors - Miami Interior Designers – Modern – Contemporary.
By J Design Group - Doors - Miami Interior Designers – Modern – Contemporary.
J Design Group - Interior Designers Miami - ModernJ Design Group - Interior Designers Miami - Modern
Doors - Contemporary - modern Interior Designers Firm in Miami at your service. Welcoming guests into your home is always great. What a better way to welcome them, than with impeccable custom wood doors to make a statement for when they walk in – whether it be into a room, a bathroom or your main entrance. We at J Design Group take great pride in incorporating the most modern materials and finishes for our custom doors. Whether you want to enhance your entrance, bedrooms or bathrooms, our team of experts will help you choose the right style and finish. One of the best ways to bring an entire design together in your home is through the use of statement doors, and with contrasting elements, you can turn your home into the luxurious place you have always wanted it to be. We welcome you to take a look at some of our past door jobs. As you can see, doors are a great way to decorate the interior of your home or office space. We invite you to give our office a call today to schedule your appointment with one of our design experts. We will work one-on-one with you to ensure that we create the right look in every room throughout your home. Give J. Design Group a call today to discuss all different options and to receive a free consultation. Give J. Design Group a call today to discuss all different options and to receive a free consultation. Your friendly Interior design firm in Miami at your service. Contemporary - Modern Interior designs. Top Interior Design Firm in Miami – Coral Gables. Door, Doors, Double Door, Glass Door, Wood Door, Architectural Door, Powder Room, Powder Rooms, Panel, Panels, Paneling, Wall Panels, Wall Paneling, Wood Panels, Glass Panels, Bedroom, Bedrooms, Bed, Queen bed, King Bed, Single bed, House Interior Designer, House Interior Designers, Home Interior Designer, Home Interior Designers, Residential Interior Designer, Residential Interior Designers, Modern Interior Designers, Miami Beach Designers, Best Miami Interior Designers, Miami Beach Interiors, Luxurious Design in Miami, Top designers, Deco Miami, Luxury interiors, Miami modern, Interior Designer Miami, Contemporary Interior Designers, Coco Plum Interior Designers, Miami Interior Designer, Sunny Isles Interior Designers, Pinecrest Interior Designers, Interior Designers Miami, J Design Group interiors, South Florida designers, Best Miami Designers, Miami interiors, Miami décor, Miami Beach Luxury Interiors, Miami Interior Design, Miami Interior Design Firms, Beach front, Top Interior Designers, top décor, Top Miami Decorators, Miami luxury condos, Top Miami Interior Decorators, Top Miami Interior Designers, Modern Designers in Miami, modern interiors, Modern, Pent house design, white interiors, Miami, South Miami, Miami Beach, South Beach, Williams Island, Sunny Isles, Surfside, Fisher Island, Aventura, Brickell, Brickell Key, Key Biscayne, Coral Gables, CocoPlum, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, Miami Design District, Golden Beach, Downtown Miami, Miami Interior Designers, Miami Interior Designer, Interior Designers Miami, Modern Interior Designers, Modern Interior Designer, Modern interior decorators, Contemporary Interior Designers, Interior decorators, Interior decorator, Interior designer, Interior designers, Luxury, modern, best, unique, real estate, decor J Design Group – Miami Interior Design Firm – Modern – Contemporary Contact us: (305) 444-4611 www.JDesignGroup.com
The Esplanade in Lakewood Ranch
The Esplanade in Lakewood Ranch
UserUser
Coastal Home Photography
Contemporary Mudroom
Contemporary Mudroom
RWA ArchitectsRWA Architects
Josh Beeman Photography
Overlook Guest House
Overlook Guest House
Schwartz and ArchitectureSchwartz and Architecture
Despite an extremely steep, almost undevelopable, wooded site, the Overlook Guest House strategically creates a new fully accessible indoor/outdoor dwelling unit that allows an aging family member to remain close by and at home. Photo by Matthew Millman
Traditional home in Arden, NC
Traditional home in Arden, NC
Marilynn Kay PhotographyMarilynn Kay Photography
Marilynn Kay
Modern Bungalow ReDone
Modern Bungalow ReDone
habitare design studio, inc.habitare design studio, inc.
S243 ScreenVentLite Smoot Star Fiberglass Doors Collection
S243 ScreenVentLite Smoot Star Fiberglass Doors Collection
US Door & More IncUS Door & More Inc
Denver Interior Projects
Denver Interior Projects
StudioHOFF ArchitectureStudioHOFF Architecture
Small modern / rustic mud room off of kitchen.
Bay Hill_Floor & Fireplace
Bay Hill_Floor & Fireplace
FlooringMasterFlooringMaster
Slate-look Porc. Tile laid transition-less in foyer
Entry porch
Entry porch
Tim Andersen ArchitectTim Andersen Architect
Original cedar siding below vinyl could not be salvaged, and was replaced with Hardie "Artisan Plank" fiber cement siding with 4" exposure. New carriage house batten doors have beadboard facing, and open outward on strap hinges. Handmade brick was used for porch.

Small 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 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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