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Color, window trim and Mexican tiles
Color, window trim and Mexican tiles
Larcade Larcade, Interior Design and ColorLarcade Larcade, Interior Design and Color
We like to choose a metal color for windows and doors that add to the color relationship palette. The metal in this house is always green.
Photo of a mediterranean hallway in Other with a double front door and a green front door.
Spanish Colonial Remodel
Spanish Colonial Remodel
Astleford Interiors, Inc.Astleford Interiors, Inc.
Interior Design: Ashley Astleford Photography: Danny Piassick Builder: Barry Buford
Photo of a mediterranean foyer in San Diego with terracotta flooring.
St. Simons Island, GA
St. Simons Island, GA
Summerour ArchitectsSummerour Architects
5,400 Heated Square Foot home in St. Simons Island, GA
Design ideas for a mediterranean foyer in Atlanta with white walls, a double front door, a glass front door and feature lighting.
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Mediterranean Beauty 1
Mediterranean Beauty 1
Hanna HomesHanna Homes
Double door entry way with a metal and glass gate followed by mahogany french doors. Reclaimed French roof tiles were used to construct the flooring. The stairs made of Jerusalem stone wrap around a French crystal chandelier.
Spanish Revival - Complete renovation and addition
Spanish Revival - Complete renovation and addition
RODO Development inc.RODO Development inc.
Mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles.
MGD x Rancho Santa Fe
MGD x Rancho Santa Fe
Mindy Gayer Design Co.Mindy Gayer Design Co.
Inspiration for a mediterranean entrance in Orange County.
Tiffany Ranch Modern Mediterranean
Tiffany Ranch Modern Mediterranean
STUDIO PRIME ARCHITECTURE (SP-ARC)STUDIO PRIME ARCHITECTURE (SP-ARC)
Mediterranean entrance in San Luis Obispo.
White Rock Dallas
White Rock Dallas
Saltillo Tile & StoneSaltillo Tile & Stone
SAN FELIPE TILE WITH BULL NOSE DESIGN.
Mediterranean entrance in Dallas.
Ponte Vedra New Construction
Ponte Vedra New Construction
Stewart LightingStewart Lighting
Photo of a large mediterranean front door in Jacksonville with white walls, brick flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and red floors.
John Volk Palm Beach Estate
John Volk Palm Beach Estate
Beacon Construction Group IncBeacon Construction Group Inc
Remodel of Foyer with original John Volk columns
Mediterranean front door in Miami with pink walls, a double front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.
Paint Jobs
Paint Jobs
White Glove Painting and SonsWhite Glove Painting and Sons
Design ideas for a medium sized mediterranean front door in Miami with pink walls, ceramic flooring, a double front door, a black front door and beige floors.
Finished Living Walls, Bragg Creek
Finished Living Walls, Bragg Creek
Vertical Oxygen LtdVertical Oxygen Ltd
Vertical Oxygen
Medium sized mediterranean foyer in Calgary.
Custom Doors
Custom Doors
Grand EntrancesGrand Entrances
Medium sized mediterranean front door in San Diego with white walls, travertine flooring, a double front door, a dark wood front door and beige floors.
French Chateau - Atheron
French Chateau - Atheron
Gary J Ahern, AIA - Focal Point DesignGary J Ahern, AIA - Focal Point Design
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Cloister Style French Wide Oak Planks
Cloister Style French Wide Oak Planks
Vintage Elements LLCVintage Elements LLC
Heavily brushed, chemically aged, ripped edges and lots of character are the properties of this wide plank rustic Floor. We can produce this floor either on certified Lorraine French oak, Euro oak or American white oak. Engineered or solid can also be selected and the finish is completely oiled with a 5 year wear warranty.
Contemporary Comfort - Santa Fe Interior Design
Contemporary Comfort - Santa Fe Interior Design
David Naylor InteriorsDavid Naylor Interiors
Kate Russell
Photo of a mediterranean entrance in Albuquerque.
Mediterranean Style Pool Gate | Custom Made Gates That Meet Pool Code Requiremts
Mediterranean Style Pool Gate | Custom Made Gates That Meet Pool Code Requiremts
Dynamic Garage DoorDynamic Garage Door
Beverly Hills, CA - Pool safety codes hinder a lot of homeowners today in terms of what style garden gates they can use. Dynamic Garage Door believes in a no-barrier design concept that allows our clients to achieve the aesthetics they are looking for while maintaining pool safety gate regulations and requirements. This iron-scrolled gate would typically be in violation of what a pool safety gate should be because it would be easy for a child to climb via the iron scrolling. The best solution is using safety laminated, tempered glass which is highly resilient to impact while at the same time creating a surface that is climb-proof thus eliminating the potential of a child climbing over the pool area without supervision. Instead of using an unsightly spring attached to the gate and post we opted for spring-loaded hinges so that we don't compromise the look and feel of the gate. Keeping in mind all these details when we build and install our custom gates me our gates not only beautiful to look at but safe and sound to use as swimming pool safe gates that harmonize architecturally with your landscaping or home's style. This Beverly Hills, CA home was retrofitted with an astounding Mediterranean Gate Design that decorates the passage way to swimming pool area all-the-while keeping the integrity of Mediterranean style intact. Do you need a truly custom gate designed and crafted especially for you? What about your clients? Impress them with Dynamic Garage Door and/or gate....maybe both or a whole set of side gates and garage doors.
Valencia 1180
Valencia 1180
UserUser
Valencia 1180: Elevation “E”, open Model for Viewing at the Murano at Miromar Lakes Beach & Country Club Homes in Estero, Florida. Visit www.ArthurRutenbergHomes.com to view other Models. 3 BEDROOMS / 3.5 Baths / Den / Bonus room 3,687 square feet Plan Features: Living Area: 3687 Total Area: 5143 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Stories: 1 Den: Standard Bonus Room: Standard
Private Residence Pebble Beach
Private Residence Pebble Beach
Andrea Bartholick Pace Interior DesignAndrea Bartholick Pace Interior Design
Rick Pharaoh
This is an example of a medium sized mediterranean hallway in Other with beige walls, travertine flooring, a single front door and a white front door.

Mediterranean 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!
Palos Verdes Residence
Palos Verdes Residence
Chris Barrett DesignChris Barrett Design
Spanish Colonial Residence in Palos Verdes Estates Photography courtesy of Jessica Comingore
This is an example of a mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles with terracotta flooring and red floors.
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