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Lakeside Timber Frame Home and Pavilions
Lakeside Timber Frame Home and Pavilions
KohlMark Architects and BuildersKohlMark Architects and Builders
The design of this home was driven by the owners’ desire for a three-bedroom waterfront home that showcased the spectacular views and park-like setting. As nature lovers, they wanted their home to be organic, minimize any environmental impact on the sensitive site and embrace nature. This unique home is sited on a high ridge with a 45° slope to the water on the right and a deep ravine on the left. The five-acre site is completely wooded and tree preservation was a major emphasis. Very few trees were removed and special care was taken to protect the trees and environment throughout the project. To further minimize disturbance, grades were not changed and the home was designed to take full advantage of the site’s natural topography. Oak from the home site was re-purposed for the mantle, powder room counter and select furniture. The visually powerful twin pavilions were born from the need for level ground and parking on an otherwise challenging site. Fill dirt excavated from the main home provided the foundation. All structures are anchored with a natural stone base and exterior materials include timber framing, fir ceilings, shingle siding, a partial metal roof and corten steel walls. Stone, wood, metal and glass transition the exterior to the interior and large wood windows flood the home with light and showcase the setting. Interior finishes include reclaimed heart pine floors, Douglas fir trim, dry-stacked stone, rustic cherry cabinets and soapstone counters. Exterior spaces include a timber-framed porch, stone patio with fire pit and commanding views of the Occoquan reservoir. A second porch overlooks the ravine and a breezeway connects the garage to the home. Numerous energy-saving features have been incorporated, including LED lighting, on-demand gas water heating and special insulation. Smart technology helps manage and control the entire house. Greg Hadley Photography
Beach Style Entry
Beach Style Entry
This is an example of a large coastal foyer in Miami with white walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Front door close up - Halderman/Brooks Eichler
Front door close up - Halderman/Brooks Eichler
modern house architectsmodern house architects
©Assassi Productions 2013
Photo of a midcentury entrance in San Francisco with a single front door and a red front door.
Masterpiece Entry Doors
Masterpiece Entry Doors
Masterpiece DoorsMasterpiece Doors
Rectangular Top Front Door - Rustic Plank Style Door Design - Finished in Rustic Distressed Walnut www.masterpiecedoors.com 678-894-1450
Inspiration for a classic entrance in Atlanta.
long shore home
long shore home
Digs Design CompanyDigs Design Company
Nat Rea
Design ideas for a beach style hallway in Providence with blue walls and medium hardwood flooring.
MN_HotLines
MN_HotLines
Архитектурная студия Максима НовиньковаАрхитектурная студия Максима Новинькова
This is an example of a contemporary front door in Moscow with beige walls, a single front door, a blue front door and panelled walls.
HouseA1
HouseA1
ｉｍａ建築設計室ｉｍａ建築設計室
Photo by：大井川 茂兵衛
Design ideas for a small world-inspired hallway in Other with brown floors, white walls, concrete flooring, a sliding front door and a metal front door.
Amarra Estate
Amarra Estate
Marion Interior DesignMarion Interior Design
Photo of a large mediterranean foyer in Austin with grey walls, a double front door, white floors and a glass front door.
Likeness Farmhouse - Paleface Ranch
Likeness Farmhouse - Paleface Ranch
BRB Development, LLCBRB Development, LLC
Country entrance in Austin with white walls, concrete flooring, a double front door, a glass front door and grey floors.
Privathaus Dormagen
Privathaus Dormagen
BEGABEGA
Lioba Schneider, Falke Architekten BDA, Köln
This is an example of a medium sized modern front door in Cologne with white walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door, a black front door and grey floors.
Stone Colonial in Sterling Ridge Harrison, NY
Stone Colonial in Sterling Ridge Harrison, NY
Georgio HomeGeorgio Home
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in New York with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and a dado rail.
Skywater House
Skywater House
place architecture:designplace architecture:design
Front Entry, Tom Holdsworth Photography The Skywater House on Gibson Island, is defined by its panoramic views of the Magothy River. Sitting atop the highest point of the Island is this 4,000 square foot, whole-house renovation. The design creates a new street presence and light-filled spaces that are complimented by a neutral color palette, textured finishes, and sustainable materials.
Contemporary Cottage Addition
Contemporary Cottage Addition
Studio3 Design, Inc.Studio3 Design, Inc.
Kelly Vorves and Diana Barbatti
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional front door in San Francisco with a single front door and a green front door.
Linda Isle,Newport Beach
Linda Isle,Newport Beach
Sand and Velvet DesignSand and Velvet Design
Photographer Jeri Koegel Architect Teale Architecture Interior Designer Laleh Shafiezadeh
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in Orange County with porcelain flooring, a single front door, blue walls and a feature wall.
The Front Door
The Front Door
Dallas Door DesignsDallas Door Designs
This is an example of a medium sized traditional front door in Dallas with a single front door and a black front door.
Mountain Retreat
Mountain Retreat
Yellowstone TraditionsYellowstone Traditions
MillerRoodell Architects // Benjamin Benschneider Photography
Large rustic front door in Other.
Mulholland
Mulholland
Kari Whitman InteriorsKari Whitman Interiors
Photo of a contemporary foyer in Los Angeles with brown walls, dark hardwood flooring and a feature wall.
8' Custom See Through Fireplace
8' Custom See Through Fireplace
Montigo FireplacesMontigo Fireplaces
Montigo C-View Fireplace Charles Cunniffe Architects 389 Ridge Road
Contemporary front door in Vancouver with a single front door and a glass front door.
Roncesvalles House
Roncesvalles House
Roundabout Studio Inc.Roundabout Studio Inc.
Mudroom
Medium sized contemporary boot room in Toronto with slate flooring, black floors, white walls, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Mid-Century Modern Entry
Mid-Century Modern Entry
360 Yardware360 Yardware
Paragon Mid-Century Modern Adhesive House Numbers paired alongside a Paragon Mid-Century Modern Doorbell. Such a chic exterior! [Paragon is no longer available]

Blue 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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