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Contemporary Entrance with Terracotta Flooring Ideas and Designs

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Mudroom, French tile floor, built in white oak cabinets
Mudroom, French tile floor, built in white oak cabinets
Thomas Guy CarpentryThomas Guy Carpentry
Stonework to match existing house, french tile floor, white oak mudroom cabinets / photos by Kurt Muetterties
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Philadelphia with grey walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
SOMA Co-Living House
SOMA Co-Living House
Noz DesignNoz Design
Colin Price Photography
Inspiration for a small contemporary foyer in San Francisco with grey walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door and a yellow front door.
Piedmont House
Piedmont House
Rosehouse Design | BuildRosehouse Design | Build
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Austin with terracotta flooring.
Sinclair Avenue
Sinclair Avenue
Karen Parry ArchitectKaren Parry Architect
Ross Campbell Photographer
Photo of a medium sized contemporary boot room in Glasgow with green walls, terracotta flooring and orange floors.
必要なものを必要な分だけ。お気に入りをちりばめた、自分らしい家
必要なものを必要な分だけ。お気に入りをちりばめた、自分らしい家
山本建業株式会社山本建業株式会社
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Other with white walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and brown floors.
Carreaux de ciment de L'entrée
Carreaux de ciment de L'entrée
Fables de MursFables de Murs
Les carreaux de ciments de l'entrée sont un rappel de l'époque de la construction de la maison. Ponctués de rouge, ils introduise la couleur dominante du salon. La suspension d'Atémide, ramène du contemporain dans la pièce. La radiateur panneau épuré s'efface sur le mur.
McNaught House - Extensive house extension and refurbishment in Lenzie.
McNaught House - Extensive house extension and refurbishment in Lenzie.
Coogan ArchitectsCoogan Architects
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary front door in Glasgow with white walls, terracotta flooring, a pivot front door and a medium wood front door.
Condo entry
Condo entry
Wayne AspeyWayne Aspey
Accent wall a black background grass cloth (heavy, textural) to add interest to a small space; terra cotta tile flooring with a "primitive" black/caramel area rug adds warmth and drame along with Asian-inspired life-life greenery
Beverly Center neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
Beverly Center neighborhood in Los Angeles, CA
The Machina GroupThe Machina Group
Adam Pergament of Swift Pictures
Inspiration for a contemporary front door in Los Angeles with terracotta flooring, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Contemporary Entry
Contemporary Entry
Photo of a contemporary hallway in San Francisco with beige walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Anne-Laure et Hervé
Anne-Laure et Hervé
Charlotte FequetCharlotte Fequet
Meero
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary foyer in Paris with beige walls, terracotta flooring, a double front door, a black front door and black floors.
HALL D'ENTREE
HALL D'ENTREE
Régis LANNOYRégis LANNOY
L'entrée est largement ouverte sur le séjour, face à la verrière de la bibliothèque permettant ainsi une perspective accueillante passé la porte. Les carreaux de ciment viennent se marier doucement au parquet chêne
Mountain Modern
Mountain Modern
Tyner Construction Co IncTyner Construction Co Inc
Todd Crawford
This is an example of a contemporary entrance in Other with white walls and terracotta flooring.
Appartement familial à la Croix Rousse
Appartement familial à la Croix Rousse
EcoConfiance RénovationEcoConfiance Rénovation
Nous avons réuni deux appartements typiquement canuts pour créer ce sublime T5. Du sablage des plafonds à la Française à la pose des parquets, nous avons complétement rénové cet appartement familial. Les clientes ont pensé le projet, et nous ont confié toutes les démarches associées, tant administratives que logistiques. Nous avons notamment intégré un tapis de carreaux de ciment au parquet dans l’entrée, créé une verrière type atelier en acier pour l’espace bureau avec sa porte battante ouvert sur la pièce de vie, déployé des plafonniers par câbles tissus sur les plafonds traditionnels afin d’éviter les goulottes, réalisé une mezzanine en plancher boucaud pour créer un espace de travail en optimisant la hauteur sous plafond, avec un ouvrant pour une meilleure ventilation. Le plan de travail et le tablier de baignoire de la salle de bain ont été conçus dans la continuité en béton ciré. Une rénovation résolument orientée sur l’ouverture des espaces, la sobriété et la qualité, pour offrir à cette famille un véritable cocon en plein cœur de la Croix Rousse. Photos © Pierre Coussié
Rénovation du rez-de-chaussée d'une maison
Rénovation du rez-de-chaussée d'une maison
Annaëlle CherelAnnaëlle Cherel
Design ideas for a large contemporary hallway in Nice with white walls, terracotta flooring, red floors and wallpapered walls.
Mt. Horeb Home
Mt. Horeb Home
Incredible Windows!Incredible Windows!
Medium sized contemporary front door in Other with yellow walls, terracotta flooring, a single front door and a white front door.
Townhouse Reinvention
Townhouse Reinvention
Filament Architecture Studio, PLLCFilament Architecture Studio, PLLC
Shoe storage and a place for the keys at the entry.
Inspiration for a small contemporary front door in New York with terracotta flooring and a single front door.
My Houzz: Creating the Home of a Lifetime in Pittsburgh
My Houzz: Creating the Home of a Lifetime in Pittsburgh
Adrienne DeRosaAdrienne DeRosa
Photo: Adrienne DeRosa © 2015 Houzz It was of utmost importance to the homeowners to find a space that could highlight their extensive art collection. Representing an array of mediums, much of the collection is sourced from local galleries, such as Medelson Gallery, as well as Weisshouse. "I feel the artwork makes it a home," says Stacy. Here in the entry hall, Weiss thoughtfully placed large-scale works to bring intimacy into the grand space. "It adds a personal touch that you cannot achieve otherwise," she states. While at times it can be a challenge to create balance in such an architectural environment, the homeowners have overcome this with their choice of furnishings. Unified through color and form, modern chairs punctuate the walkway. Their geometric designs give them an architectural quality that supports the environment without overwhelming it. With a mixture of new and vintage pieces, the look is effortless and chic. Armchairs: Gerrit Rietveld for Cassina
Contemporain Entrée
Contemporain Entrée
Medium sized contemporary entrance in Rennes with blue walls and terracotta flooring.
A High Impact Makeover For an Old Country Mill
A High Impact Makeover For an Old Country Mill
Richard Parr + AssociatesRichard Parr + Associates
Richard Parr + Associates - Architecture and Interior Design - photos by Nia Morris
Design ideas for a contemporary entrance in Gloucestershire with white walls, terracotta flooring, beige floors and a feature wall.

Contemporary Entrance with Terracotta 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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