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Contemporary Entrance Ideas and Designs

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Lyonville, VIC
Lyonville, VIC
Miglas High Performance Windows & DoorsMiglas High Performance Windows & Doors
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Other with a feature wall.
CS Reading Room
CS Reading Room
FINNE ArchitectsFINNE Architects
Benjamin Benschneider
This is an example of a contemporary front door in Seattle with light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
A House With Zip!
A House With Zip!
CG&S Design-BuildCG&S Design-Build
Design: Mark Lind Project Management: Jon Strain Photography: Paul Finkel, 2012 Glass and cypress front door.
Contemporary entrance in Austin with white walls, medium hardwood flooring and a single front door.
Connewarre Project 5
Connewarre Project 5
Belco GroupBelco Group
Contemporary entrance in Geelong with a feature wall.
Entry Door Projects
Entry Door Projects
Carby's LumberCarby's Lumber
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary porch in Boston with a single front door and a dark wood front door.
PACIFIC STREET PENTHOUSE
PACIFIC STREET PENTHOUSE
STUDIO OCRA LLCSTUDIO OCRA LLC
Bespoke millwork was designed for the entry, providing a welcoming feeling, while adding the needed storage and functionality.
This is an example of a small contemporary foyer in New York with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door and brown floors.
Квартира в яхтенном стиле
Квартира в яхтенном стиле
Ахмадиев МаратАхмадиев Марат
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Other.
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.
Sunset Residence
Sunset Residence
Green HammerGreen Hammer
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Portland.
Avenue G
Avenue G
Garwood ArchitectureGarwood Architecture
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Austin with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a white front door and a feature wall.
Ample space for storing coats and shoes upon entry to our homes.
Ample space for storing coats and shoes upon entry to our homes.
FabCabFabCab
Photography by Dale Lang
Photo of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Seattle with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
桑津の家
桑津の家
大西憲司設計工房大西憲司設計工房
写真撮影：福澤　昭嘉
Photo of a contemporary vestibule in Osaka with grey walls, travertine flooring and feature lighting.
Borano Modern Doors
Borano Modern Doors
Morano IncMorano Inc
Borano mahogany custom contemporary front entry modern door. Model: Stockholm single door with 2 sidepanels and 1 sidelite. Total height 9' and total width: 12'. Thickness: 4"
Mudroom
Mudroom
Emerick ArchitectsEmerick Architects
The covered breezeway leads into the mudroom with a custom built-in bench with a flip-top for storage underneath. Lots of hooks and a long shelf makes for lots of room for the belongings of this family of four.
Earthy Modern
Earthy Modern
Noel Cross+ArchitectsNoel Cross+Architects
Who says green and sustainable design has to look like it? Designed to emulate the owner’s favorite country club, this fine estate home blends in with the natural surroundings of it’s hillside perch, and is so intoxicatingly beautiful, one hardly notices its numerous energy saving and green features. Durable, natural and handsome materials such as stained cedar trim, natural stone veneer, and integral color plaster are combined with strong horizontal roof lines that emphasize the expansive nature of the site and capture the “bigness” of the view. Large expanses of glass punctuated with a natural rhythm of exposed beams and stone columns that frame the spectacular views of the Santa Clara Valley and the Los Gatos Hills. A shady outdoor loggia and cozy outdoor fire pit create the perfect environment for relaxed Saturday afternoon barbecues and glitzy evening dinner parties alike. A glass “wall of wine” creates an elegant backdrop for the dining room table, the warm stained wood interior details make the home both comfortable and dramatic. The project’s energy saving features include: - a 5 kW roof mounted grid-tied PV solar array pays for most of the electrical needs, and sends power to the grid in summer 6 year payback! - all native and drought-tolerant landscaping reduce irrigation needs - passive solar design that reduces heat gain in summer and allows for passive heating in winter - passive flow through ventilation provides natural night cooling, taking advantage of cooling summer breezes - natural day-lighting decreases need for interior lighting - fly ash concrete for all foundations - dual glazed low e high performance windows and doors Design Team: Noel Cross+Architects - Architect Christopher Yates Landscape Architecture Joanie Wick – Interior Design Vita Pehar - Lighting Design Conrado Co. – General Contractor Marion Brenner – Photography
Contemporary Entry
Contemporary Entry
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Seattle.
Southwest Contemporary at Desert Mountain
Southwest Contemporary at Desert Mountain
Urban Design AssociatesUrban Design Associates
Southwest contemporary entryway. Architect: Urban Design Associates Builder: Manship Builders Interior Designer: Bess Jones Interiors Photographer: Thompson Photographic
Pond Vista
Pond Vista
Princeton Design CollaborativePrinceton Design Collaborative
Modern Barn Doors with plenty of storage behind for children's games and toys Jeffrey Tryon
Photo of a medium sized contemporary hallway in Philadelphia with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door and brown floors.
Palo Alto
Palo Alto
square three architecture, incsquare three architecture, inc
Photo of a medium sized contemporary entrance in San Francisco with a single front door and brown floors.
Lafayette Remodel
Lafayette Remodel
Dolan's Lumber, Doors & WindowsDolan's Lumber, Doors & Windows
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary porch in San Francisco with a single front door.

Contemporary 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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