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Charlevoix Cottage Remodel
Charlevoix Cottage Remodel
Birchwood Construction CompanyBirchwood Construction Company
A home this vibrant is something to admire. We worked alongside Greg Baudoin Interior Design, who brought this home to life using color. Together, we saturated the cottage retreat with floor to ceiling personality and custom finishes. The rich color palette presented in the décor pairs beautifully with natural materials such as Douglas fir planks and maple end cut countertops. Surprising features lie around every corner. In one room alone you’ll find a woven fabric ceiling and a custom wooden bench handcrafted by Birchwood carpenters. As you continue throughout the home, you’ll admire the custom made nickel slot walls and glimpses of brass hardware. As they say, the devil is in the detail. Photo credit: Jacqueline Southby
P Street House
P Street House
WILMWORKSWILMWORKS
Custom metal mailbox replaces glass at entry door side lite.
Contemporary entrance in Other.
NEW LIFE AT THE SPLIT
NEW LIFE AT THE SPLIT
CITYDESKSTUDIO, Inc.CITYDESKSTUDIO, Inc.
Project Team: Ben Awes, AIA, Principal-In-Charge, Bob Ganser AIA, Christian Dean, AIA, Nate Dodge Photography: Brandon Stengel @ Farm Kid Studios
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Minneapolis.
District 600
District 600
Studio H - Steven W. Heili Interiors L.L.C.Studio H - Steven W. Heili Interiors L.L.C.
Studio H-Steven W. Heili Interiors L.L.C.
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Minneapolis with red walls.
MODERN CHINESE RED CHEST IN HALL
MODERN CHINESE RED CHEST IN HALL
Vicki Blakeman Interior DesignVicki Blakeman Interior Design
This Asian style red chest was a great find for this white entry hall. The pair of red ceramic fish add interesting silhouettes next to the black and white photograph, and contrast well with the white wall and stairs. Using accessories of various heights and shape gives this group a well balanced appeal.
Interiors
Interiors
Laura Dante PhotographyLaura Dante Photography
Laura Dante
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in Tampa.
Genesee
Genesee
Sun Mountain, Inc.Sun Mountain, Inc.
Sun Mountain, Inc.
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Denver.
Highlands Townhome Renovation and Decor
Highlands Townhome Renovation and Decor
MARGARITA BRAVOMARGARITA BRAVO
Our Denver studio gave this townhome a modern look with brightly-colored accent walls, printed wallpaper, and sleek furniture. The powder room features an elegant vanity from our MB Home Collection that was designed by our studio and manufactured in California. --- Project designed by Denver, Colorado interior designer Margarita Bravo. She serves Denver as well as surrounding areas such as Cherry Hills Village, Englewood, Greenwood Village, and Bow Mar. For more about MARGARITA BRAVO, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://www.margaritabravo.com/portfolio/modern-bold-colorful-denver-townhome/
#thewave
#thewave
Sunset Beach Treasure Island Real EstateSunset Beach Treasure Island Real Estate
Design Styles Architecture
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Tampa.
Contemporary Residence
Contemporary Residence
Architect, T.A. KrebsArchitect, T.A. Krebs
Center Point Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Tampa with beige walls, medium hardwood flooring, a double front door, a light wood front door and brown floors.
Kips Bay Showhouse 2015
Kips Bay Showhouse 2015
Rikki SnyderRikki Snyder
Foyer: Design Team: Drake Design Associates Photo: Rikki Snyder © 2015 Houzz
Contemporary entrance in New York.
Triplex Paris XVI
Triplex Paris XVI
Sylvie BagrosSylvie Bagros
Photo of a medium sized contemporary foyer in Paris with red walls and light hardwood flooring.
Contemporary Classic
Contemporary Classic
Tyner Construction Co IncTyner Construction Co Inc
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Other.
Russian Hill Condo
Russian Hill Condo
Urban Chalet Inc.Urban Chalet Inc.
Inspiration for a contemporary entrance in San Francisco.
Holiday decorating
Holiday decorating
Wayne P. Aspey, Allied ASID, Ethan Allen DesignerWayne P. Aspey, Allied ASID, Ethan Allen Designer
Wayne Aspey, Allied ASID
Small contemporary foyer in Columbus with black walls and ceramic flooring.
Contemporary Entry
Contemporary Entry
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Boston.
"House by the sea"
"House by the sea"
ArchitalesArchitales
Photo of a contemporary entrance in Other.
Galisteo Residence
Galisteo Residence
Hurlocker HomesHurlocker Homes
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front door in Albuquerque with red walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door and a glass front door.
Painting Fun Colors
Painting Fun Colors
UserUser
Contemporary entrance in Boise with a red front door.
Azalea
Azalea
MEISTER MEISTERMEISTER MEISTER
Meister Meister
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Bengaluru.

Contemporary Red Entrance 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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