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Contemporary Entrance with Travertine Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Whitten Residence Modern Custom Home
Whitten Residence Modern Custom Home
Wiltrack Construction And Development Group LLCWiltrack Construction And Development Group LLC
Design ideas for a large contemporary front door in Miami with beige walls, travertine flooring, a pivot front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
Equestrian Club Estates
Equestrian Club Estates
Krista + HomeKrista + Home
Classic modern outdoor entrance with custom double doors. Travertine tiles and pavers. Mature English ivy on the exterior. Design By Krista Watterworth Design Studio of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Palm Desert
Palm Desert
Meditch Murphey ArchitectsMeditch Murphey Architects
Front door opens to entry foyer and glass atrium. photo by Lael Taylor
Inspiration for a large contemporary front door in DC Metro with beige walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a medium wood front door and beige floors.
Aspen Alps Condominium Remodel
Aspen Alps Condominium Remodel
Menendez Architects PCMenendez Architects PC
Emily Minton Redfield Photography
Photo of a medium sized contemporary entrance in Denver with white walls and travertine flooring.
Chelsea Penthouse Duplex Loft
Chelsea Penthouse Duplex Loft
Drew McGukin Interiors @drewmcgukinDrew McGukin Interiors @drewmcgukin
Brett Beyer
Photo of a large contemporary foyer in New York with white walls, travertine flooring and beige floors.
Cole
Cole
Manias Associates Building DesignersManias Associates Building Designers
Entry door to unit 2 of Williamstonw dual occupancy project. Solid core door with sidelights and top light, travertine marble floors at entry with draft ext ruder to door.The front door sidelights provide ample light to the corridor and give an inviting entry/exit feel.
My work
My work
Rich Starley Interior Design StudioRich Starley Interior Design Studio
Private residence entry living and other rooms
This is an example of a large contemporary hallway in Los Angeles with brown walls, travertine flooring, a double front door and a grey front door.
Luxurious Hamptons Home
Luxurious Hamptons Home
Cordony GroupCordony Group
Large contemporary front door in Sydney with beige walls, a double front door, a black front door, grey floors and travertine flooring.
Lake Butler
Lake Butler
Tina Marie Interior DesignTina Marie Interior Design
Stephen Allen Photography
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Orlando with white walls, travertine flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Front Doors and Entries
Front Doors and Entries
mark pinkerton - vi360 photographymark pinkerton - vi360 photography
Mark Pinkerton VI360 Photography
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in San Francisco with travertine flooring, white walls and white floors.
Интерьер квартиры на Фрунзенской набережной
Интерьер квартиры на Фрунзенской набережной
Gikalo Kuptsov ArchitectsGikalo Kuptsov Architects
Вид на детскую комнату. Архитекторы: Сергей Гикало, Александр Купцов, Антон Федулов Фото: Илья Иванов
Photo of a medium sized contemporary vestibule in Moscow with a single front door, white walls, travertine flooring and beige floors.
Stunning Old Country Ledge Stone Entrance - Coronado Manufactured Stone Veneer
Stunning Old Country Ledge Stone Entrance - Coronado Manufactured Stone Veneer
Coronado Stone ProductsCoronado Stone Products
Old Country Ledge manufactured stone veneer was used to enhance the stunning entryway of this beautiful custom home. Coronado Stone Products Old Country Ledge manufactured stone veneer melds both the interior and exterior together to form a wonderful living space. The manufactured stone veneer used on this entryway was Coronado Stone Products Old Country Ledge manufactured stone veneer in Carmel Mountain color. Manufactured stone images supplied by - Process Design Build, L.L.C. See more Unique Designs from Coronado Stone Products
Beverly Hills Contemporary
Beverly Hills Contemporary
Crespo Design GroupCrespo Design Group
A bright and modern entryway that showcases plenty of color and artwork. Vibrantly patterned area rugs and abstract artwork offer a cheerful welcome, while the sculptures and artisan lighting add a fun touch of luxury and intrigue. The finishing touches are the high-vaulted ceilings and skylights, which offer an abundance of natural light. Home located in Beverly Hill, California. Designed by Florida based interior design firm Crespo Design Group, who also serves Malibu, Tampa, New York City, the Caribbean, and other areas throughout the United States.
Calistoga Vacation Home
Calistoga Vacation Home
Wit InteriorsWit Interiors
Walls painted in Super White by Benjamin Moore highlight the plinth style console, large Croft House wall mirror and contemporary sconces. The entry is light, bright and welcoming. Photo Credit: Meghan Caudill
Project Hornbeam
Project Hornbeam
CCASA ArchitectsCCASA Architects
The separation between the existing and the old building is done in a transparent glass link which serves as entrance and corridor to the new house.
Design ideas for a small contemporary hallway in London with brown walls, travertine flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, beige floors and wood walls.
Mudroom Organization System in St. Charles, IL
Mudroom Organization System in St. Charles, IL
Tailored Living / Premier Garage of NapervilleTailored Living / Premier Garage of Naperville
Beautiful built in Mud Room Section. This was built into this area and then custom walls were put in to give it the complete built in look. Countertop to match the flooring that was there and scoop drawers for the kids to store their items.
Front Entry
Front Entry
De Mattei ConstructionDe Mattei Construction
The front door entry is covered by a wooden framework to let in light and provide a point of interest.
Inspiration for a contemporary front door in San Francisco with travertine flooring, a double front door and a medium wood front door.
Chicago Condo Lobby
Chicago Condo Lobby
Space Interior DesignSpace Interior Design
An awkward space in an urban lobby is transformed by the thoughtful use of furniture to maximize use and seating without making the space feel crowded. Monochromatic palette, beautiful but durable finishes, make this space classic and timeless. The windows are frosted for privacy and to create intimacy. David Hausman photographer
Garden House
Garden House
Barton Phelps & Associates, ArchitectsBarton Phelps & Associates, Architects
The central hall gives a view into the rear garden from the front door. Photo: Alan Karchmer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary hallway in Los Angeles with brown walls, travertine flooring, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door and beige floors.
Sunset Cliffs Residence
Sunset Cliffs Residence
Sanctuary ArchitectsSanctuary Architects
James Brady
Medium sized contemporary foyer in San Diego with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door and a glass front door.

Contemporary Entrance with Travertine Flooring 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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