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Mediterranean Entry
Mediterranean Entry
Design ideas for a large mediterranean entrance in Houston.
Antique Remedello Stone Wall
Antique Remedello Stone Wall
Neolithic Design Stone and TileNeolithic Design Stone and Tile
Photo of a mediterranean vestibule in Orange County with beige walls and a double front door.
Crestmoore
Crestmoore
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Design ideas for a mediterranean front door in Los Angeles with a single front door and a dark wood front door.
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RCL DevelopmentRCL Development
Photo of a large mediterranean vestibule in Miami with a single front door, a dark wood front door, white walls, brick flooring, beige floors and feature lighting.
Silverleaf Ranch Hacienda Entry
Silverleaf Ranch Hacienda Entry
Drewett WorksDrewett Works
This Ranch Hacienda hillside estate boasts well over 13,000 square feet under roof. A loggia serves as the backbone for the design. Each space, both interior and exterior, has a direct response to the linear expression of outdoor space. The exterior materials and detailing are rustic and simple in nature. The mass and scale create drama and correspond to the vast desert skyline and adjacent majestic McDowell mountain views. Features of the house include a motor court with dual garages, a separate guest quarters, and a walk-in cooler. Silverleaf is known for its embodiment of traditional architectural styles, and this house expresses the essence of a hacienda with its communal courtyard spaces and quiet luxury. This was the first project of many designed by Architect C.P. Drewett for construction in Silverleaf, located in north Scottsdale, AZ. Project Details: Architecture | C.P. Drewett, AIA, DrewettWorks, Scottsdale, AZ Builder | Sonora West Development, Scottsdale, AZ Photography | Dino Tonn, Scottsdale, AZ
Entry Gates
Entry Gates
Wrought Iron DesignsWrought Iron Designs
Inspiration for a mediterranean front door in Santa Barbara with beige walls, a double front door and a brown front door.
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.
Design ideas for a mediterranean front door in San Diego.
Updated entry w/decorative tile
Updated entry w/decorative tile
Straight Line LandscapeStraight Line Landscape
This is an example of a mediterranean entrance in Phoenix with a double front door and a metal front door.
3. Rancho Retreat
3. Rancho Retreat
Elevation Architectural StudiosElevation Architectural Studios
This is an example of a mediterranean entrance in San Diego with a metal front door.
Custom Mediterranean Scroll Iron Gate With Wood
Custom Mediterranean Scroll Iron Gate With Wood
Dynamic Garage DoorDynamic Garage Door
Beverly Hills, CA - Mediterranean garden gates can make an exceptional landscaping accessory that not only blends in with the exterior architectural essence of your home but can offer security with access control. Making your home secure can be done swiftly and beautifully with Dynamic Garage Door's custom made gates in practically any style like this Beverly Hills side entry gate. The hand-forged scrolling is secure yet aesthetically pleasing to the eye with its swiftly scrolled iron work. Using a wooden frame around the perimeter of the gate softens the iron and stone work in this landscaping setting. For this particular project we matched the entry gate with the custom Mediterranean Garage Door which we also designed, built and installed at this Beverly Hills, CA home on Ferrari Drive.
Harmony VI
Harmony VI
David Hueter DesignDavid Hueter Design
Damon Searles
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in Denver.
Shore Acres Remodel
Shore Acres Remodel
Jeffery M Wolf General Contractor, Inc.Jeffery M Wolf General Contractor, Inc.
Custom wood and metal gates, rails and grillwork, and masonry arch were added to the wall. The new entry gate used wood salvaged from cut-off sections of the new trellis added to the garage. Large nail heads in the gate and details in the railing duplicate the detail on the new entry door. Photo by Frank Baptie Photography.
Santa Barbara in Texas
Santa Barbara in Texas
Joseph Volpe, DesignerJoseph Volpe, Designer
The view from the foyer through the Canterra doors to the courtyard and entry gatehouse beyond. The doors are recessed into a plaster arch and are of the same design as the Canterra wrought-iron gate at the gatehouse. Alexander Stross
Playa del Rey Mediterranean Whole House Remodel
Playa del Rey Mediterranean Whole House Remodel
Custom Design & ConstructionCustom Design & Construction
Mediterranean door on exterior of home in South Bay California Custom Design & Construction
Photo of a large mediterranean entrance in Los Angeles with a single front door, a blue front door, beige walls, concrete flooring, grey floors and feature lighting.
Marly Way Entry
Marly Way Entry
UserUser
Mediterranean front door in Austin.
Outdoor Entry Hall
Outdoor Entry Hall
Interiors by BrownInteriors by Brown
Brown's Interior Design Boca Raton, FL
Photo of a large mediterranean hallway in Miami with a medium wood front door.
Entry Courtyard with hand forged Iron work sets the stage!
Entry Courtyard with hand forged Iron work sets the stage!
Robeson DesignRobeson Design
Meet San Diego Interior designer Rebecca Robeson as she describes the Velazquez family extreme home makeover on the San Diego KUSI news. Walk through the home that was featured on the cover of "San Diego Home Garden Lifestyles" magazine.
Golf Course Residence
Golf Course Residence
Nathan Winchester DesignsNathan Winchester Designs
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in Austin.
Spanish Colonial Hacienda, Carmel, California
Spanish Colonial Hacienda, Carmel, California
John Malick & AssociatesJohn Malick & Associates
Spanish Colonial Hacienda Architect: John Malick & Associates Photograph by J.D. Peterson
Design ideas for a mediterranean entrance in San Francisco with a double front door and a metal 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!
Belardi Residence
Belardi Residence
James Glover Home, Inc.James Glover Home, Inc.
Photo of a mediterranean entrance in Orange County with a single front door and a metal front door.
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