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Contemporary Entrance with a Vaulted Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Reclaimed Barn - Home
Reclaimed Barn - Home
J. Graham Goldsmith ArchitectsJ. Graham Goldsmith Architects
Paul Goossens
Design ideas for a large contemporary foyer in Burlington with white walls, granite flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, grey floors, a vaulted ceiling and wood walls.
Ding Beach Residence
Ding Beach Residence
Zen ArchitectZen Architect
Ocean view custom home Major remodel with new lifted high vault ceiling and ribbnon windows above clearstory http://ZenArchitect.com
Colorful Redmond Townhome
Colorful Redmond Townhome
ColorWhiz Architectural Color ConsultingColorWhiz Architectural Color Consulting
This warm colored entry welcomes Northwesterners in from the cold, framing artwork in a big way and celebrating the structure of the architecture in this Redmond townhome. The orange volume houses the coat closet and climbs up part of the stairs. The red volume wraps the focal art wall in the hall, providing active contrast to the restful pale green that envelopes you into a light bright nature-based open living space, where the "Gray Northwet" can't get at you. Until you leave again. Sunflower Original Art: Cedar West Paint: Phoenix Hammerstrom
CENTRO STORICO
CENTRO STORICO
EarkStudioEarkStudio
Design ideas for a small contemporary foyer in Rome with light hardwood flooring and a vaulted ceiling.
Contemporary Lakefront Cottage
Contemporary Lakefront Cottage
Madison TaylorMadison Taylor
Large floor to ceiling windows looking out onto the back yard, with medium wood bench seating and storage below.
This is an example of a large contemporary boot room in Other with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, grey floors and a vaulted ceiling.
The Linden
The Linden
Clairville HomesClairville Homes
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Adelaide with grey walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a black front door, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Interior
Interior
spacehousespacehouse
Exterior of 400 SF ADU. This project boasts a large vaulted living area in a one bed / one bath design. ADUs can be rented out for additional income, which can help homeowners offset the cost of their mortgage or other expenses. ADUs can provide extra living space for family members, guests, or renters. ADUs can increase the value of a home, making it a wise investment. Spacehouse ADUs are designed to make the most of every square foot, so you can enjoy all the comforts of home in a smaller space.
Via Balboa
Via Balboa
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
This contemporary Palos Verdes Estates residence showcases the mid-century post and beam style of architecture. The home includes a unique blend of steel, glass, concrete, and wood that exhibits modern elegance and promotes family connection.
Hallway - Box, Wiltshire
Hallway - Box, Wiltshire
Style Within LimitedStyle Within Limited
Bespoke shoe and coat storage in arts and crafts style
Photo of a medium sized contemporary vestibule in Wiltshire with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, beige floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Project Wyne
Project Wyne
Makkan DesignMakkan Design
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in Orange County with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door, multi-coloured floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Arnothill, Falkirk
Arnothill, Falkirk
:thatstudio chartered architects:thatstudio chartered architects
Our clients approached us with a view to refurbishing and extending disused outbuildings within their garden grounds. The project is set within the Arnothill and Dollar Park Conservation area in Falkirk and proposes conversion of the buildings into a ‘granny flat’. The existing buildings are refurbished, linked and extended to the south with a zinc and timber clad conservatory maximising southern aspect. A new patio is formed level with internal floors and is provided with integrated planters to create a welcoming place to sit outside. Internally the spaces are open to the pitch of the roof creating interesting volumes and high level clerestorey windows allow light deep into the building plan. The two bedroom dwelling is heated with an air source heat pump and whole house underfloor heating system. Glazing and patio spaces orientate to the south to maximise exposure to the sun.
Manderleigh Estates - Entry Chandelier
Manderleigh Estates - Entry Chandelier
St. Louis Design + RemodelSt. Louis Design + Remodel
This is an example of a large contemporary foyer in St Louis with beige walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a metal front door, white floors, a vaulted ceiling and wainscoting.
Treetop Apartment - 200 m2 (2,000 ft2) Design and Construction Management
Treetop Apartment - 200 m2 (2,000 ft2) Design and Construction Management
Kos InteriorsKos Interiors
Medium sized contemporary hallway in London with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a metal front door and a vaulted ceiling.
Contemporary | Sunnyvale | Socorro
Contemporary | Sunnyvale | Socorro
Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.Brad Cox, Architect, Inc.
The entry, with skylight, stacked stone wall, shou sugi ban accents, is at the center of the front of the house. The open kitchen and dining room are on the left, the living room is on the right.
Sawtell Residence
Sawtell Residence
Dan Bowland DesignDan Bowland Design
Design ideas for an expansive contemporary front door in Other with multi-coloured walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door, a metal front door and a vaulted ceiling.
Contemporary Charmer
Contemporary Charmer
Revival Design CollectiveRevival Design Collective
This is an example of a contemporary front door in Other with white walls, a double front door, a black front door and a vaulted ceiling.
Redwood City - Complete Home Remodel
Redwood City - Complete Home Remodel
Barcci BuildersBarcci Builders
Photo of a contemporary entrance in San Francisco with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, brown floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Exterior Projects
Exterior Projects
Dorsey Contracting Co.Dorsey Contracting Co.
This is an example of a large contemporary front door in Other with white walls, brick flooring, a single front door, a brown front door, red floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Escalier, entrée "Rêverie" Rénovation complète, thème Bleu
Escalier, entrée "Rêverie" Rénovation complète, thème Bleu
une baignoire au grenierune baignoire au grenier
Le grand palier de l'escalier, anciennement une chapelle du couvent disparue lors d'une réhabilitation en 1990 a été aménagé en petit salon. Une verrière a été installée pour maitriser la température de l'espace. Les éléments décoratifs anciens ont été conservés et une fresque graphique crée pour agrémenté le plafond vouté.
Pacific Palisades Entry
Pacific Palisades Entry
AnKa CC BuildAnKa CC Build
Contemporary entrance in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring and a vaulted ceiling.

Contemporary Entrance with a Vaulted Ceiling 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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