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Vestibule with Dark Hardwood Flooring Ideas and Designs

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The New Traditional
The New Traditional
Robert Passal Interior & Architectural DesignRobert Passal Interior & Architectural Design
Classically Traditional Retreat
Classically Traditional Retreat
Salem and AssociatesSalem and Associates
Inlaid ivory & wood decorates this Middle Eastern treasure chest with pair of silver candlestick lamps & giant round pieced copper & bronze bowl above & topped with an ethnic & lacey cast metal sculpture
Duckham Architects & Interiors
Duckham Architects & Interiors
Boston Design GuideBoston Design Guide
Residential Projects
Residential Projects
FRE interiorsFRE interiors
Pieds à terre parisien
Pieds à terre parisien
CHRISTIANSEN DESIGNCHRISTIANSEN DESIGN
Olivier Hallot
Aménagement d'un salon de coiffure
Aménagement d'un salon de coiffure
Kap ArchitectureKap Architecture
Entrée d'un salon de coiffure
Lake House Addition/Renovation
Lake House Addition/Renovation
Katz Builders, Inc.Katz Builders, Inc.
Situated on Lake Austin, we knew that this was going not going to be a simple remodel. From the start we planned that we had to leave the original home in place so that we could be grandfathered at it's location for the new addition and benefit to the close proximity that the home was to the lake. New regulations required that the home be set back further from the lake. It became clear during the design process that our owners were 100% committed to making this home not only environmentally friendly but also energy efficient by incorporating many high performance and up to date science into the design. Using Geo Thermal is one of them. They didn't want airconditioners to pollute the environment with their noise. They preferred to hear the trill of the birds instead. The resulting new build was designed with the original structure and added onto. The owners entertain but didn't want formal living spaced. The resulting structure is simultaneously freshly modern and comfortingly familiar. Awarded the Texas Association of Builders, Remodel/Renovation/ Addition of the Year STAR Award. Carport minimizing impervious cover. Built by Katz Builders, Inc. Custom Home Builders and Remodelers, Designed by Architectural firm Barley & Pfeiffer Awarded the Texas Association of Builders, Remodel/Renovation/ Addition of the Year STAR Award. Built by Katz Builders, Inc. Custom Home Builders and Remodelers, Designed by Architectural firm Barley & Pfeiffer
Inglewood Character Home
Inglewood Character Home
The Reno LoungeThe Reno Lounge
Ranch Redux
Ranch Redux
Uccello Development, LLCUccello Development, LLC
The transitional style of the interior of this remodeled shingle style home in Connecticut hits all of the right buttons for todays busy family. The sleek white and gray kitchen is the centerpiece of The open concept great room which is the perfect size for large family gatherings, but just cozy enough for a family of four to enjoy every day. The kids have their own space in addition to their small but adequate bedrooms whch have been upgraded with built ins for additional storage. The master suite is luxurious with its marble bath and vaulted ceiling with a sparkling modern light fixture and its in its own wing for additional privacy. There are 2 and a half baths in addition to the master bath, and an exercise room and family room in the finished walk out lower level.
Custom Millwork
Custom Millwork
Contracting By Us IncContracting By Us Inc
Modern Bungalow
Modern Bungalow
Evolv Design StudioEvolv Design Studio
Floating Leaf Studios
Small Office Renovation
Small Office Renovation
A&E Construction and Design CenterA&E Construction and Design Center
A&E Construction
Cedar Hurst - Entry
Cedar Hurst - Entry
Overman Custom DesignOverman Custom Design
- Design by Jeff Overman at Overman Custom Design www.austinhomedesigner.com @overmancustomdesign - Photography by Anna Lisa Photography www.AnnaLisa.Photography @anna.lisa.photography
Home Sweet Home -- a Traditional Condo
Home Sweet Home -- a Traditional Condo
Just the ThingJust the Thing
This condo foyer is a perfect introduction to the interior, setting the mood instantly. We decided to extend the hardwood right to the entrance, since guests have a long way to walk on a carpeted corridor before arriving at the suite. We added moulding to the flat front door and painted it the same bright blue featured elsewhere in the suite. Traditional paneled doors replace basic sliding closet doors. Hand-painted pinstripes add whimsy and interest to the beige walls. While there is no room for a console table in the foyer itself, we used the walls on either side for small pieces of furniture that anchor a display of the clients' art collection. Rather than being just a pass-through area, the hallway now feels like part of the living room.
orchid-house　玄関から室内へ
orchid-house　玄関から室内へ
村上建築設計室村上建築設計室
壁が室内へと続いていきます。 村上建築設計室 http://mu-ar.com/
Foyer
Foyer
Christopher Hoover - Environmental Design ServicesChristopher Hoover - Environmental Design Services
Cold and warm shades
Cold and warm shades
DEKOERADEKOERA
Entrance area
Entrance area
Delux InteriorsDelux Interiors
Williams Home Floorplan
Williams Home Floorplan
Capitol City HomesCapitol City Homes
Capitol City Homes presents the entryway for the Williams floor plan. Elegant molding creates a stunning, modern statement.
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Reforma Integral de Ático Dúplex
Arrevol ArquitectosArrevol Arquitectos
Trabajamos con un matrimonio y les realizamos una reforma integral, se tiró toda la tabiquería y se hizo una distribución completamente nueva. El objetivo de nuestros clientes era dar la vuelta a la casa, las zonas más "públicas" (salón, comedor y cocina) estaban abajo y había que pasarlas arriba, y los dormitorios que estaban arriba había que ponerlos abajo. Con una terraza de 70 m2 y otra de 20 m2 había que crear varios ambientes al exterior teniendo en cuenta el clima de Madrid. El edificio cuenta con un sistema de climatización muy poco eficiente al ser todo eléctrico, por lo que se desconectó la casa de la calefacción central y se instaló suelo radiante-refrescante con aerotermia con energía renovable, pasando de una calificación "E", a una "A".

Vestibule 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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