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Contemporary Brown Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Mud Room
Mud Room
Inspired ClosetsInspired Closets
Carson Closets
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary entrance in Chicago.
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.
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.
Mesa Contemporary
Mesa Contemporary
Allen ConstructionAllen Construction
Creating a distinct entry was important for both aesthetic and practical reasons. This new, elegant entry helps direct guests to the front door.
This is an example of a contemporary front door in Santa Barbara with a pivot front door, a glass front door and feature lighting.
Signature Two
Signature Two
Brookfield Residential ColoradoBrookfield Residential Colorado
We’ve poured sunlight and good ideas into every room. Like the very practical mudroom featuring a handy bench and smart storage.
Design ideas for a contemporary boot room in Denver.
Brookside Retreat
Brookside Retreat
UserUser
Photography by: Werner Straube
Contemporary entrance in Chicago with a double front door and a glass front door.
South Philadelphia Townhouse
South Philadelphia Townhouse
Kaminski + PewKaminski + Pew
Entry vestibule with painted exposed brick, obscured full light doors, and geometric patterned cement tile flooring.
Photo of a small contemporary vestibule in Philadelphia with grey walls, concrete flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Entry Hall
Entry Hall
De Mattei ConstructionDe Mattei Construction
The front entry has modern double doors combined with large sheets of tempered glass. The entry hall is clean and spare to highlight the building materials.
Casa Imalex
Casa Imalex
ForinoArchitettiForinoArchitetti
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Naples.
Un quatre pièces tout en finesse, 87m2 à Paris
Un quatre pièces tout en finesse, 87m2 à Paris
Ameo ConceptAmeo Concept
Cet appartement situé dans le XVe arrondissement parisien présentait des volumes intéressants et généreux, mais manquait de chaleur : seuls des murs blancs et un carrelage anthracite rythmaient les espaces. Ainsi, un seul maitre mot pour ce projet clé en main : égayer les lieux ! Une entrée effet « wow » dans laquelle se dissimule une buanderie derrière une cloison miroir, trois chambres avec pour chacune d’entre elle un code couleur, un espace dressing et des revêtements muraux sophistiqués, ainsi qu’une cuisine ouverte sur la salle à manger pour d’avantage de convivialité. Le salon quant à lui, se veut généreux mais intimiste, une grande bibliothèque sur mesure habille l’espace alliant options de rangements et de divertissements. Un projet entièrement sur mesure pour une ambiance contemporaine aux lignes délicates.
SAULNIER - Rénovation d'un appartement - Puteaux
SAULNIER - Rénovation d'un appartement - Puteaux
ATMOSPHÈRES DESIGN STUDIOATMOSPHÈRES DESIGN STUDIO
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary entrance in Paris.
Квартира с гардеробной для коллекции кроссовок
Квартира с гардеробной для коллекции кроссовок
Kutenkovs projectKutenkovs project
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front door in Novosibirsk with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, black floors and feature lighting.
SILL RESIDENCE
SILL RESIDENCE
Tate Studio ArchitectsTate Studio Architects
Stunning entry features angled roof lines and beautiful glass entry door. Architecture and Interior - Tate Studio Architects, Builder - Builders Showcase, Photography - Thompson Photographic.
Rénovation 150 M2
Rénovation 150 M2
Alexandra Gorla Architecture d'IntérieurAlexandra Gorla Architecture d'Intérieur
L'entrée de cette appartement était un peu "glaciale" (toute blanche avec des spots)... Et s'ouvrait directement sur le salon. Nous l'avons égayée d'un rouge acidulé, de jolies poignées dorées et d'un chêne chaleureux au niveau des bancs coffres et du claustra qui permet à présent de créer un SAS.
Appartement Baudin
Appartement Baudin
CDA Camille Duchemin Architecture IntérieureCDA Camille Duchemin Architecture Intérieure
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Paris.
ЖК I'm 115 кв.м.
ЖК I'm 115 кв.м.
Дарья ЕльниковаДарья Ельникова
Функциональная система хранения в прихожей, залог удобства и порядка в доме. Заказчики любят порядок и лаконичность, поэтому мы предложили такое решение хранения. Шкаф состоит из 4х вместительных секций для одежды и ящиков для обуви.
Greenville Avalon
Greenville Avalon
Cypress Homes, Inc.Cypress Homes, Inc.
Practical mudroom space featuring a built-in locker area and catch-all
Photo of a medium sized contemporary boot room in Other with grey walls, vinyl flooring and brown floors.
Virginia Contemporary
Virginia Contemporary
M.S. Vicas InteriorsM.S. Vicas Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary front door in DC Metro with a pivot front door and a glass front door.
Interior SS
Interior SS
Didonè Comacchio ArchitectsDidonè Comacchio Architects
Andrea Zanchi
This is an example of a contemporary foyer in Venice with white walls and light hardwood flooring.
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Estate- Highland, Utah (36)
Magleby ConstructionMagleby Construction
Joshua Caldwell
Photo of an expansive contemporary boot room in Salt Lake City.

Contemporary Brown 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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 contemporary 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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