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Lisgar
Lisgar
Nicola InteriorsNicola Interiors
This narrow room feels more intimate with bright cream paint on the walls and the addition of a flowing geometrical patterned rug. Furnishings are kept light and streamlined, to allow the colors in the custom cushions and the complementary colored artwork to stand out, expanding the feeling of the space. Completing the room with glass topped tables helps to keep the narrow area from feeling closed in. Home located in Mississauga, Ontario. Designed by Nicola Interiors who serves the whole Greater Toronto Area. For more about Nicola Interiors, click here: https://nicolainteriors.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://nicolainteriors.com/projects/lisgar/
Gallery
Gallery
CDC Carpets & InteriorsCDC Carpets & Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Austin with beige walls, carpet, a single front door and a glass front door.
Village Studio by Joe Parisi
Village Studio by Joe Parisi
Photo by PixyPhoto by Pixy
Pixy Liao
Design ideas for a small contemporary entrance in New York with carpet, a white front door and multi-coloured walls.
Please come in
Please come in
darleen wongdarleen wong
Changing the cushions sides again. Orange you feeling happy today? LOL
Photo of a large contemporary vestibule in Montreal with white walls, carpet, a single front door and a white front door.
Piso en Principe de Vergara
Piso en Principe de Vergara
Pepa de LeceaPepa de Lecea
fotografo: Alberto Gonzalez
Medium sized contemporary entrance in Madrid with white walls and carpet.
18th Century Antiques in a Contemporary Setting
18th Century Antiques in a Contemporary Setting
Helga Horner Inc.Helga Horner Inc.
Photo of a medium sized contemporary hallway in San Francisco with beige walls and carpet.
Rénovation d'un hall d'accueil " Restaurant Gastronomique"
Rénovation d'un hall d'accueil " Restaurant Gastronomique"
NEWDECONEWDECO
Fauteuil Kalin Détail fauteuil design Revêtement de sol : moquette Revêtement mural : papier peint Monsoon Restaurant Gastronomique
Photo of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Nantes with grey walls, carpet and a white front door.
Queen East Trio
Queen East Trio
Richard Librach Architect Inc.Richard Librach Architect Inc.
Photo of an expansive contemporary foyer in Toronto with beige walls, carpet, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
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
Marine Palms Apartment
Marine Palms Apartment
UserUser
Contemporary Apartment with huge terraces and amazing views over Abbey Sands and beautiful Tor Bay, South Devon Colin Cadle Photography, photo styling Jan Cadle
Hoagie House
Hoagie House
Torchio Architects, Inc.Torchio Architects, Inc.
Main Stair in Upper Foyer looking toward Master Bedroom John Herr Photography
Large contemporary foyer in DC Metro with white walls, carpet, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Karastan Carpets
Karastan Carpets
AJ Rose Carpets & FlooringAJ Rose Carpets & Flooring
This is an installation for a Karastan carpet called Cabo Del Soul Stripes
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Boston with carpet.
Riss Lake Artisan House
Riss Lake Artisan House
Don Julian BuildersDon Julian Builders
Photo of a large contemporary front door in Kansas City with grey walls, carpet, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Ocean Front Modern
Ocean Front Modern
Thomas Philips Woodworking LTD.Thomas Philips Woodworking LTD.
Leanna Rathkelly
Medium sized contemporary hallway in Vancouver with white walls and carpet.
Margate Contemporary
Margate Contemporary
Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.Eberlein Design Consultants Ltd.
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Philadelphia with white walls and carpet.
FIFTH AVENUE RESIDENCE
FIFTH AVENUE RESIDENCE
PAULA+MARTHA, LLCPAULA+MARTHA, LLC
Phillip Ennis
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in New York with carpet.
Cherry Mudroom
Cherry Mudroom
rossmönster designsrossmönster designs
Mudroom made of natural cherry. Cherry floor to ceiling cabinets. Cherry pocket doors.
Medium sized contemporary boot room in Denver with grey walls and carpet.
Only 4000
Only 4000
Only Lifts LtdOnly Lifts Ltd
The 4000 is a reduced form of the larger lifts we offer. ideal for convenient spaces or as here neatly tucked away. Available in a variety of sizes and finishes to suit your environment. Fully adaptable for every aesthetic whim. Costs less than 18p a day to run. Rated A for energy efficiency this product is 95% recyclable.
Riss Lake Artisan House
Riss Lake Artisan House
Don Julian BuildersDon Julian Builders
Large contemporary front door in Kansas City with grey walls, carpet, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Foyer
Foyer
Lindsay Lausch Interior DesignLindsay Lausch Interior Design
Contemporary custom home with light and dark contrasting elements in a Chicago suburb.
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary hallway in Chicago with white walls, carpet, a single front door, a dark wood front door and grey floors.

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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