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Contemporary Entrance with a Feature Wall Ideas and Designs

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Little Chalfont Family Garden - Entrance gates and walling
Little Chalfont Family Garden - Entrance gates and walling
Chiltern Garden DesignChiltern Garden Design
The original gates were shabby and lightweight, and not in the right place. We helped the homeowner apply for planning permission to move the driveway entrance so that parking is in a less obtrusive place, and replaced the gates with automated hardwood curved gates set into impressive brick columns. Brick walls are softened with flint panels at the front entrance, tying into the vernacular of the Chilterns. The formerly plain expanse of lawn which ran from the driveway to the house has been swapped for a lush green entrance garden, with the focus on textures and shapes rather than high colour contrast, for year round appeal.
Элегантная квартира 60 кв. м в центре Москвы
Элегантная квартира 60 кв. м в центре Москвы
Ольга ДолидзеОльга Долидзе
Квартира начинается с прихожей. Хотелось уже при входе создать впечатление о концепции жилья. Планировка от застройщика подразумевала дверной проем в спальню напротив входа в квартиру. Путем перепланировки мы закрыли проем в спальню из прихожей и создали красивую композицию напротив входной двери. Зеркало и буфет от итальянской фабрики Sovet представляют собой зеркальную композицию, заключенную в алюминиевую раму. Подобно абстрактной картине они завораживают с порога. Отсутствие в этом помещении естественного света решили за счет отражающих поверхностей и одинаковой фактуры материалов стен и пола. Это помогло визуально увеличить пространство, и сделать прихожую светлее. Дверь в гостиную - прозрачная из прихожей, полностью пропускает свет, но имеет зеркальное отражение из гостиной. Выбор керамогранита для напольного покрытия в прихожей и гостиной не случаен. Семья проживает с собакой. Несмотря на то, что питомец послушный и дисциплинированный, помещения требуют тщательного ухода. Керамогранит же очень удобен в уборке.
BAY VIEW HOUSE
BAY VIEW HOUSE
ATELIER ALWILLATELIER ALWILL
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Sydney with a feature wall.
#MountainsideMansion
#MountainsideMansion
KTG DesignKTG Design
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Sacramento with a feature wall.
Modern Ranch Renovation
Modern Ranch Renovation
Laura Medicus InteriorsLaura Medicus Interiors
This family home in a Denver neighborhood started out as a dark, ranch home from the 1950’s. We changed the roof line, added windows, large doors, walnut beams, a built-in garden nook, a custom kitchen and a new entrance (among other things). The home didn’t grow dramatically square footage-wise. It grew in ways that really count: Light, air, connection to the outside and a connection to family living. For more information and Before photos check out my blog post: Before and After: A Ranch Home with Abundant Natural Light and Part One on this here. Photographs by Sara Yoder. Interior Styling by Kristy Oatman. FEATURED IN: Kitchen and Bath Design News One Kind Design
PORT CREDIT PENTHOUSE
PORT CREDIT PENTHOUSE
HARRISON FAE DESIGNHARRISON FAE DESIGN
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Toronto with multi-coloured walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, brown floors, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.
Rykert Residence
Rykert Residence
Jodie Rosen DesignJodie Rosen Design
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Toronto with a feature wall.
Hot Pink Kitchen
Hot Pink Kitchen
Soda Pop Design Inc.Soda Pop Design Inc.
Designed By: Soda Pop Design inc Photography By: Mike Chajecki
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Toronto with a feature wall.
Breezy Miami Estate
Breezy Miami Estate
DKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FLDKOR Interiors Inc.- Interior Designers Miami, FL
Entry Foyer - Residential Interior Design Project in Miami, Florida. We layered a Koroseal wallpaper behind the focal wall and ceiling. We hung a large mirror and accented the table with hurricanes and more from one of our favorite brands: Arteriors. Photo credits to Alexia Fodere
Etch House
Etch House
Shape LondonShape London
Adam Scott
Design ideas for a small contemporary boot room in London with yellow walls, a single front door, a blue front door and a feature wall.
A Passion for Wine
A Passion for Wine
Design First InteriorsDesign First Interiors
Photo Credit: Metropolis
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Ottawa with grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, brown floors and a feature wall.
De Nimes' House
De Nimes' House
Into interior designInto interior design
This is an example of a small contemporary hallway in London with blue walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a blue front door, blue floors and a feature wall.
Upper East Side Apartment
Upper East Side Apartment
MPIDMPID
Amanda Kirkpatrick Photography
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in New York with white walls and a feature wall.
Minnehaha Creek Transitional
Minnehaha Creek Transitional
Charlie & Co. Design, LtdCharlie & Co. Design, Ltd
Photos by Steve Henke
Contemporary hallway in Minneapolis with a glass front door, grey floors and a feature wall.
Color Galore
Color Galore
CantoniCantoni
Michael Hunter
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Houston with a feature wall.
Georgian townhouse in the heart of Canonbury
Georgian townhouse in the heart of Canonbury
JLV Design LtdJLV Design Ltd
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary entrance in London with marble flooring, a single front door, a black front door, multi-coloured floors, a coffered ceiling, a feature wall and white walls.
Wickenburg Contemporary
Wickenburg Contemporary
R.J. Gurley ConstructionR.J. Gurley Construction
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Phoenix with white walls, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door, beige floors and a feature wall.
Project 604
Project 604
HoneyBee DesignzHoneyBee Designz
Shelby Halberg Photography
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Miami with grey walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a glass front door, white floors and a feature wall.
Crane Building Penthouse
Crane Building Penthouse
Giulietti Schouten Weber ArchitectsGiulietti Schouten Weber Architects
Located within the urban core of Portland, Oregon, this 7th floor 2500 SF penthouse sits atop the historic Crane Building, a brick warehouse built in 1909. It has established views of the city, bridges and west hills but its historic status restricted any changes to the exterior. Working within the constraints of the existing building shell, GS Architects aimed to create an “urban refuge”, that provided a personal retreat for the husband and wife owners with the option to entertain on occasion.
Canary Wharf Modern Home
Canary Wharf Modern Home
Claudia Dorsch Interior Design LtdClaudia Dorsch Interior Design Ltd
Photo of a small contemporary hallway in London with black walls, wallpapered walls and a feature wall.

Contemporary Entrance with a Feature Wall 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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