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Entrance with a Metal Front Door and All Types of Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Colorful Ranch Retreat
Colorful Ranch Retreat
JJ InteriorsJJ Interiors
What a spectacular welcome to this mountain retreat. A trio of chandeliers hang above a custom copper door while a narrow bridge spans across the curved stair.
GUEMES ISLAND MODERN CABIN
GUEMES ISLAND MODERN CABIN
H2D Architecture + DesignH2D Architecture + Design
The custom front door is an oversized steel pivot door which provides a grand entrance to this beautiful home. The door is meant to patina over time which ties into the industrial design features of this home. Design: H2D Architecture + Design www.h2darchitects.com Photos: Chad Coleman Photography
Black Staircase Design
Black Staircase Design
Fratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/RemodelingFratantoni Luxury Estates Design/Build/Remodeling
We love this formal front entryway featuring a stunning double staircase with a custom wrought iron stair rail, arched entryways, sparkling chandeliers, and mosaic floor tile.
SEPARADOR DE AMBIENTES ENTRE ENTRADA Y SALA
SEPARADOR DE AMBIENTES ENTRE ENTRADA Y SALA
Jsv-architectureJsv-architecture
Espacio central del piso de diseño moderno e industrial con toques rústicos. Separador de ambientes de lamas verticales y boxes de madera natural. Separa el espacio de entrada y la sala de estar y está `pensado para colocar discos de vinilo. Se han recuperado los pavimentos hidráulicos originales, los ventanales de madera, las paredes de tocho visto y los techos de volta catalana. Se han utilizado panelados de lamas de madera natural en cocina y bar y en el mobiliario a medida de la barra de bar y del mueble del espacio de entrada para que quede todo integrado.
Big Fir Vineyard
Big Fir Vineyard
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
The angle of the entry creates a flow of circulation that welcomes visitors while providing a nook for shoes and coats. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.
Upper West Side Wonderful
Upper West Side Wonderful
JMorris DesignJMorris Design
Have a seat in this spacious entry, simple but luxurious. Restrained touches of wood veneer ceiling wallpaper and shaded sconce keep this space clean and inviting.
Wading Place 2
Wading Place 2
SHELTER Custom-Built LivingSHELTER Custom-Built Living
This is an example of an expansive modern front door in Charleston with white walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door, a metal front door, grey floors, a vaulted ceiling and brick walls.
Augusta Walk I
Augusta Walk I
Ryan Miller BuildersRyan Miller Builders
Photo of a large contemporary front door in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a metal front door and exposed beams.
エントランスの土間スペース
エントランスの土間スペース
株式会社a3　(エーサン）株式会社a3　(エーサン）
玄関ホールを全て土間にした多目的なスペース。半屋外的な雰囲気を出している。また、1F〜2Fへのスケルトン階段横に大型本棚を設置。
Inspiration for a medium sized industrial hallway in Other with white walls, concrete flooring, a single front door, a metal front door, grey floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
Floridian National Golf Club - Residence
Floridian National Golf Club - Residence
Jones Design AssociatesJones Design Associates
The Foyer continues with a dramatic custom marble wall covering , floating mahogany console, crystal lamps and an antiqued convex mirror, adding drama to the space.
Beautiful Hand-Painted Foyer Ceiling | Navy Blue Ceiling Ideas
Beautiful Hand-Painted Foyer Ceiling | Navy Blue Ceiling Ideas
Twilly and FigTwilly and Fig
This foyer is inviting and stylish. From the decorative accessories to the hand-painted ceiling, everything complements one another to create a grand entry. Visit our interior designers & home designer Dallas website for more details >>> https://dkorhome.com/project/modern-asian-inspired-interior-design/
Ranco DeSilva
Ranco DeSilva
Blue Horse Building & DesignBlue Horse Building & Design
Inspiration for an expansive country hallway in Austin with white walls, concrete flooring, a sliding front door, a metal front door, grey floors and a vaulted ceiling.
Isle of Palms Lowcountry Modern
Isle of Palms Lowcountry Modern
Phillip Smith General Contractor, LLCPhillip Smith General Contractor, LLC
Design ideas for an expansive coastal front door in Charleston with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a metal front door, beige floors, exposed beams and wood walls.
Country Club Glam Living
Country Club Glam Living
NMB Custom Homes & RenovationsNMB Custom Homes & Renovations
Inlay marble and porcelain custom floor. Custom designed impact rated front doors. Floating entry shelf. Natural wood clad ceiling with chandelier.
Dining Room Chandelier
Dining Room Chandelier
Fratantoni Interior DesignersFratantoni Interior Designers
Formal dining room windows and marble floors.
Design ideas for an expansive mediterranean foyer in Phoenix with grey walls, marble flooring, a double front door, a metal front door, grey floors and a drop ceiling.
Treetop Apartment - 200 m2 (2,000 ft2) Design and Construction Management
Treetop Apartment - 200 m2 (2,000 ft2) Design and Construction Management
Kos InteriorsKos Interiors
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary hallway in London with white walls, medium hardwood flooring, a single front door, a metal front door, a vaulted ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Southgate Estates Home
Southgate Estates Home
Celtic Custom HomesCeltic Custom Homes
Expansive classic front door in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a metal front door, a drop ceiling and panelled walls.
Big Fir Vineyard
Big Fir Vineyard
Prentiss Balance Wickline ArchitectsPrentiss Balance Wickline Architects
Like other special moments in the program, the entry is set at an angle to the rest of the house, ushering visitors in and setting up the dynamic experience of the space. Photography: Andrew Pogue Photography.
S様マンションリノベーション
S様マンションリノベーション
3rd.Cafe LIVINGSTYLE3rd.Cafe LIVINGSTYLE
玄関の片面に民芸家具（ケヤキ）と墨画をディスプレイ。「オークションサイトで一目惚れして設計士さんに相談して入念に仕上がりを練りました」
Photo of a world-inspired entrance in Fukuoka with red walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, a metal front door, a wallpapered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
Wine Country Modern Farmhouse
Wine Country Modern Farmhouse
SDG ArchitectsSDG Architects
Design ideas for a large farmhouse front door in San Francisco with white walls, concrete flooring, a single front door, a metal front door, grey floors and a wood ceiling.

Entrance with a Metal Front Door and All Types of Ceiling 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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