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Green Entrance with All Types of Ceiling Ideas and Designs

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Lakeside Getaway
Lakeside Getaway
RLH StudioRLH Studio
Spacecrafting Photography
Photo of a small nautical boot room in Minneapolis with white walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door, beige floors, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Spanish Transitional - Entry Vestibule www.hryanstudio.com
Spanish Transitional - Entry Vestibule www.hryanstudio.com
H. Ryan StudioH. Ryan Studio
We remodeled this Spanish Style home. The white paint gave it a fresh modern feel. Heather Ryan, Interior Designer H.Ryan Studio - Scottsdale, AZ www.hryanstudio.com
Transitional Entry
Transitional Entry
Large classic vestibule in Phoenix with a single front door, a black front door, yellow walls, concrete flooring, grey floors, a timber clad ceiling and panelled walls.
Mid Century III - Entry Addition
Mid Century III - Entry Addition
Tali Hardonag ArchitectTali Hardonag Architect
Mountain View Entry addition Butterfly roof with clerestory windows pour natural light into the entry. An IKEA PAX system closet with glass doors reflect light from entry door and sidelight. Photography: Mark Pinkerton VI360
Okura House
Okura House
Jessica Chloe PhotographyJessica Chloe Photography
Feature door and planting welcomes visitors to the home
This is an example of a large contemporary front door in Auckland with black walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door, beige floors, a timber clad ceiling and wood walls.
On the fairway
On the fairway
Guenther Designs & Consulting LLCGuenther Designs & Consulting LLC
A view of the front door leading into the foyer and the central hall, beyond. The front porch floor is of local hand crafted brick. The vault in the ceiling mimics the gable element on the front porch roof.
Sheltered Boot Room Entrance
Sheltered Boot Room Entrance
Studio KAP ArchitectsStudio KAP Architects
Two means of entry to the porch are offered; one allows direct entry to the house and the other serves a discreet access to useful storage space. Both entrances are sheltered by the roof and walls whilst remaining open to the elements.
New Custom Modern Single Family Home in San Francisco
New Custom Modern Single Family Home in San Francisco
MESH dbsMESH dbs
Design ideas for a large contemporary porch in San Francisco with a glass front door, grey walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door, black floors, a vaulted ceiling and brick walls.
Entry/Formal Living Space
Entry/Formal Living Space
Homes by DesignHomes by Design
This formal living space features a combination of traditional and modern architectural features. This space features a coffered ceiling, two stories of windows, modern light fixtures, built in shelving/bookcases, and a custom cast concrete fireplace surround.
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Mill Valley Cottage to Home Transformation
Jetton Construction, Inc.Jetton Construction, Inc.
This property was transformed from an 1870s YMCA summer camp into an eclectic family home, built to last for generations. Space was made for a growing family by excavating the slope beneath and raising the ceilings above. Every new detail was made to look vintage, retaining the core essence of the site, while state of the art whole house systems ensure that it functions like 21st century home. This home was featured on the cover of ELLE Décor Magazine in April 2016. G.P. Schafer, Architect Rita Konig, Interior Designer Chambers & Chambers, Local Architect Frederika Moller, Landscape Architect Eric Piasecki, Photographer
Coastal Island Paradise
Coastal Island Paradise
Superior Construction ServicesSuperior Construction Services
Photo of a coastal front door in Other with white walls, a single front door, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Poppy Trail
Poppy Trail
Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.Joseph Spierer Architects, Inc.
The private residence gracefully greets its visitors, welcoming guests inside. The harmonious blend of steel and light wooden clapboards subtly suggests a fusion of delicacy and robust structural elements.
Devlin Drive
Devlin Drive
Interior ParticulierInterior Particulier
Inspiration for a medium sized eclectic front door in Los Angeles with grey walls, concrete flooring, a pivot front door, a light wood front door, grey floors, a wood ceiling and wood walls.
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8800
Preschel + Bassan StudioPreschel + Bassan Studio
This is an example of an expansive contemporary entrance in Miami with limestone flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, beige floors and a wood ceiling.
Flower Showhouse at Brierfield Farm
Flower Showhouse at Brierfield Farm
BEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTSBEVOLO GAS & ELECTRIC LIGHTS
Bevolo Cupole Pool House Lanterns welcome guests in the foyer of the 2021 Flower Showhouse. https://flowermag.com/flower-magazine-showhouse-2021/
Lakeside Cottage #1
Lakeside Cottage #1
Cannarsa Structure and DesignCannarsa Structure and Design
Inspiration for a beach style boot room in Grand Rapids with white walls, a timber clad ceiling and tongue and groove walls.
Games Road
Games Road
Dobra Villa ArchitectsDobra Villa Architects
Front porch
Photo of a medium sized contemporary porch in London with red walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a light wood front door, beige floors, a coffered ceiling and feature lighting.
Beautiful Foyer with New Window - Renewal by Andersen Georgia
Beautiful Foyer with New Window - Renewal by Andersen Georgia
Renewal by Andersen of AtlantaRenewal by Andersen of Atlanta
Magnificent entryway with new window we installed. This beautiful foyer with high ceilings and wainscoting looks amazing with the new white window we installed, letting lots of natural light in. We offer windows in a variety of styles and colors at Renewal by Andersen of Georgia, serving the entire state. Find out more about replacing your home windows -- Contact Us Today! (800) 352-6581
東近江の家｜NM house
東近江の家｜NM house
プラネットリビング WARMSプラネットリビング WARMS
Inspiration for a modern hallway in Other with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a sliding front door, a dark wood front door, beige floors, a wallpapered ceiling and wallpapered walls.
The Modern Mediterranean
The Modern Mediterranean
MB Builders and DevelopmentMB Builders and Development
A modern twist on a Mediterranean style home, with touches of rustic.
Photo of a mediterranean boot room in Seattle with porcelain flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door, multi-coloured floors and exposed beams.

Green Entrance with 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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