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Santa Fe Home
Santa Fe Home
Studio 6 ArchitectsStudio 6 Architects
Arched entry gate to the front entry court yard
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in Orange County.
East Valley 2
East Valley 2
Becker StudiosBecker Studios
Mediterranean entrance in Santa Barbara.
Grand Entrance
Grand Entrance
Art a la Carte DesignsArt a la Carte Designs
Grand entry features reclaimed ancient pavers from European castles, side lights featuring hand blown tri-colored amber rondels that create a romantic and warm welcome through the massive, hand carved 10 foot entrance doors as you enter into the living room and pool beyond.
Porter Ranch California Aluminum Side Gate
Porter Ranch California Aluminum Side Gate
MULHOLLAND BRANDMULHOLLAND BRAND
Only the contemporary gate with the horizontal slats is our gate. This is powder-coated aluminum. Complete with mortise lock. Beauty and security.
Photo of a small mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles.
Spanish Colonial Revival Entry Tower with Portico
Spanish Colonial Revival Entry Tower with Portico
Santa Barbara Home DesignSanta Barbara Home Design
Design Consultant Jeff Doubét is the author of Creating Spanish Style Homes: Before & After – Techniques – Designs – Insights. The 240 page “Design Consultation in a Book” is now available. Please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com for more info. Jeff Doubét specializes in Santa Barbara style home and landscape designs. To learn more info about the variety of custom design services I offer, please visit SantaBarbaraHomeDesigner.com Jeff Doubét is the Founder of Santa Barbara Home Design - a design studio based in Santa Barbara, California USA.
Ca'n Baula
Ca'n Baula
LF91LF91
Mauricio Fuertes
Design ideas for a large mediterranean front door in Other with a light wood front door, beige walls and a single front door.
Oakes Avenue
Oakes Avenue
Quantum Construction, Inc.Quantum Construction, Inc.
This is an example of a mediterranean entrance in Seattle.
High Definition
High Definition
UserUser
High Definition is a modern La Jolla, CA home that was remodeled to showcase the Owner's personal art collection and signature style.
This is an example of a mediterranean entrance in San Diego.
Solcito Residence
Solcito Residence
POETZL architecture + designPOETZL architecture + design
Photo of a mediterranean entrance in Phoenix.
Profile 24 Aluminum
Profile 24 Aluminum
MULHOLLAND BRANDMULHOLLAND BRAND
Fully powder coated aluminum low maintenance gate with mortise lock. Will last for years, perhaps generations. Available in many different colors.
This is an example of a small mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles.
reconstruction of a stone house in Trahila - Mani
reconstruction of a stone house in Trahila - Mani
hhharchitectshhharchitects
design & contruction by hhharchitects photos by N.Daniilidis
Photo of a mediterranean entrance with a double front door.
Beverly Hills Residence
Beverly Hills Residence
James McGarry ArchitectureJames McGarry Architecture
Inspiration for a mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles.
San Diego Home Staging - Carmel Valley luxury home
San Diego Home Staging - Carmel Valley luxury home
HomeScapes Home Staging San DiegoHomeScapes Home Staging San Diego
The entry to this luxury San Diego home is landscaped with a Mediterranean feel with a grand entrance surrounded by lush trees and succulents.
Large mediterranean entrance in San Diego with a single front door and a brown front door.
The Crosby
The Crosby
Torrey Pines Landscape Co., IncTorrey Pines Landscape Co., Inc
Front entry
Photo of a large mediterranean front door in San Diego with beige walls, porcelain flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Mediterranean
Mediterranean
Pippin Home Designs, IncPippin Home Designs, Inc
Entry www.artisteyephotography.com
Mediterranean entrance in Charlotte.
Point Piper House
Point Piper House
TKD ArchitectsTKD Architects
Luc Remond
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in Sydney.
Morgan Residence
Morgan Residence
Wm. Thorning Little, ArchitectWm. Thorning Little, Architect
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean front door in Tampa with white walls, a single front door and a medium wood front door.
Woodside Residence
Woodside Residence
Paul Brant Williger ArchitectPaul Brant Williger Architect
Front Entry from Motor Court
Photo of a large mediterranean front door in San Francisco with white walls, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Tuscan Style Home by Jim Boles Custom Homes
Tuscan Style Home by Jim Boles Custom Homes
Jim Boles Custom HomesJim Boles Custom Homes
Jim Boles Custom Homes - Tuscan style featuring private court yard, extravagant kitchen, custom ceilings and cabinetry, photographer Vernon Wentz.
Mediterranean entrance in Austin.
Rustic cottage, at Malaga, Spain
Rustic cottage, at Malaga, Spain
ESPACIOS Y LUZ FOTOGRAFÍAESPACIOS Y LUZ FOTOGRAFÍA
Marina Curtis-Evans, owner marinac_evans@yahoo.com if do you like to rent. Thanks Marina for hire me to shoot your Marina Curtis-Evans, owner marinac_evans@yahoo.com if do you like to rent. Thanks Marina for hire me to shoot your XVIII century cottage property.

Mediterranean Blue 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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 mediterranean 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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