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Southampton Modern Farmhouse
Southampton Modern Farmhouse
Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors: The HamptonsBetty Wasserman Art & Interiors: The Hamptons
Modern luxury meets warm farmhouse in this Southampton home! Scandinavian inspired furnishings and light fixtures create a clean and tailored look, while the natural materials found in accent walls, casegoods, the staircase, and home decor hone in on a homey feel. An open-concept interior that proves less can be more is how we’d explain this interior. By accentuating the “negative space,” we’ve allowed the carefully chosen furnishings and artwork to steal the show, while the crisp whites and abundance of natural light create a rejuvenated and refreshed interior. This sprawling 5,000 square foot home includes a salon, ballet room, two media rooms, a conference room, multifunctional study, and, lastly, a guest house (which is a mini version of the main house). Project Location: Southamptons. Project designed by interior design firm, Betty Wasserman Art & Interiors. From their Chelsea base, they serve clients in Manhattan and throughout New York City, as well as across the tri-state area and in The Hamptons. For more about Betty Wasserman, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.bettywasserman.com/spaces/southampton-modern-farmhouse/
The cutest little doggie in the whole wide world!
The cutest little doggie in the whole wide world!
Kon-strux DevelopmentsKon-strux Developments
How could we resist including this one?
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary boot room in Calgary with white walls and carpet.
Lakeside Chic
Lakeside Chic
Glennwood Custom BuildersGlennwood Custom Builders
Phoenix Photographic
Inspiration for a large contemporary front door in Other with beige walls, a white front door, carpet, a single front door and multi-coloured floors.
Selling: 16 Floor Lamp
Selling: 16 Floor Lamp
Cassoni Furniture & AccessoriesCassoni Furniture & Accessories
- 16 FLOOR LAMP. 16 is formed by sequentially pouring three separate layers of coloured, molten glass (in varying opacities) on a horizontal plane. Each layer responds to the indeterminate shape of the previous pour to create a uniquely layered whole. Two of these pieces are then attached and illuminated with an internal LED lamp. The finished 16 is visually complex: each separate colour layer is visible through the other layers, with light reflecting along the edges. 16.8: 75''5/8W.max x 37''1/8D.max x 67''H. 16.11: 90''1/2W.max x 41''3/4D.max x 63''3/4H. 16.16: 80''7/8W.max x 68''1/8D.max x 69''1/4H. http://ow.ly/3znqwV
Kensington, London
Kensington, London
ArchibellArchibell
Photo of a large contemporary hallway in London with white walls, carpet and grey floors.
Entryway
Entryway
NFI EnterprisesNFI Enterprises
Inspiration for an expansive contemporary foyer in Seattle with beige walls and carpet.
Classic Villa Elegance
Classic Villa Elegance
Designworx New ZealandDesignworx New Zealand
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Auckland with carpet and white walls.
Black & White Stock
Black & White Stock
Langhorne Carpet CompanyLanghorne Carpet Company
Pictured are all of our B&W stock carpet designs: Herringbone, Marble, Matrix, Paraquet, Cosmos, Zebra, Maze (Grey & White), Grid, Chain, Ziggy, Spray, Frequency, Galaxy, Shadow Flower... Save this post if you spot one of your favorites & contact us for more information. You can find all of these available throughout our Broadloom Running Lines & Collections page at the attached link!
SAGE BEACH
SAGE BEACH
Khadine Schultz InteriorsKhadine Schultz Interiors
Photo of a small contemporary foyer in Miami with beige walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors and wallpapered walls.
New England
New England
James Mayor FurnitureJames Mayor Furniture
Photo of a medium sized contemporary foyer in West Midlands with white walls, carpet and beige floors.
Chicago Residence in Assisted Living Highrise
Chicago Residence in Assisted Living Highrise
RDK DesignRDK Design
Mike Schwartz Photography
Small contemporary foyer in Chicago with grey walls and carpet.
Rosedale Basement
Rosedale Basement
Alair Homes Forest HillAlair Homes Forest Hill
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary front door in Toronto with white walls, carpet, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Halcyon's Haven
Halcyon's Haven
Elegant in DesignElegant in Design
Refreshing this 20 year old medical suite focussed on selecting new wall finishes to complement the carpet and joinery. The existing furniture was a selection of much-loved family heirlooms, which we restored and reupholstered to give a new lease on life. We also came up with a cost-effective solution to refresh the chipped and worn reception counter without needing to completely replace it. It was important to the client for the refurbishment to engender a sense of calm for patients and staff. Colour is a key factor in establishing mood and ambience, and we went for a refined palette featuring emerald, navy blue and tonal neutrals interspersed with natural timber grains and brassy metallic accents. These elements help establish and air of serenity amid the hustle of a busy hospital.
Matlock
Matlock
Square Feet ArchitectsSquare Feet Architects
Reception of office block
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary vestibule in London with grey walls, carpet, a double front door, a metal front door and multi-coloured floors.
Tribeca Triplex
Tribeca Triplex
Tara Seawright Interior DesignTara Seawright Interior Design
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary hallway in New York with grey walls, carpet, a single front door and a glass front door.
Lane Lake Project
Lane Lake Project
AMW Design StudioAMW Design Studio
Beth Singer Photographer, Inc.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary front door in Detroit with white walls, carpet, a single front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Entrée en contraste
Entrée en contraste
La C.S.T | Agencement et Ameublement Sur-MesureLa C.S.T | Agencement et Ameublement Sur-Mesure
Entrée noire, conçue en contraste avec l'espace de vie et d'échanges, blanc. Absence volontaire de frontière physique pour se concentrer sur une frontière colorée. Penderies sur-mesure intégrées, Façades en Valchromat noir (médium teinté masse), vernis, Aperçu de l'angle de cuisine ouverte sur le salon, même finition des façades et espace de travail (plan de travail en niche) en contreplaqué bouleau vernis. Designer: Jeamichel Tarallo - Etats de Grace. Collaboration Agencements entrée, cuisine et sdb; La C.s.t Collaboration Mobilier: Osmose Le Bois. Crédits photo: Yann Audino
Mansarda MC
Mansarda MC
Mauro CMauro C
Photo of a small contemporary front door with white walls, carpet, a single front door, a medium wood front door, green floors and exposed beams.
West Village Loft
West Village Loft
Lucy Harris StudioLucy Harris Studio
Notable decor elements include: Wing chair from Gestalt, Talisman sconce by Apparatus, Full Circle mirror by Bower, Bronson console by Croft House, Nairutya Wallpaper by Eskayel, Leather Revit vase by Jenni Kayne, Static and Spring Bulb by Pilar Wiley courtesy of Uprise Art , Origin Low Vessel by Kristin Victoria Barron from The Future Perfect, Glacier runner from Crosby Street Studios
Home Renovation
Home Renovation
Wheelers LtdWheelers Ltd
Medium sized contemporary front door in Christchurch with beige walls, carpet, a single front door and a medium wood front door.

Contemporary Entrance with Carpet 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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