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Contemporary Library in Marylebone
Contemporary Library in Marylebone
WILLIAMS RIDOUTWILLIAMS RIDOUT
Transforming a large hallway area into a comfortable destination, rather than just a walk through. Effortlessly blending into its surroundings this grand corner library combines open storage for over two thousand books and a special movie poster haloed with warm lighting. Lower down there is room for board games plus angled storage for 26 pairs of shoes.
Isle of Wight Holiday Home
Isle of Wight Holiday Home
Imperfect InteriorsImperfect Interiors
We added tongue & groove panelling, built in benches and a tiled Victorian floor to the entrance hallway in this Isle of Wight holiday home
Medium sized traditional vestibule in London with white walls, ceramic flooring, a single front door, a blue front door, multi-coloured floors, panelled walls and a feature wall.
Foyer Table
Foyer Table
AHD&CoAHD&Co
Photo of a medium sized bohemian entrance in New York with white walls and porcelain flooring.
Gull Lake MI Lake Home
Gull Lake MI Lake Home
YZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design AtriumYZDA | Yoshida + Zanon Design Atrium
Photographer : Ashley Avila Photography
Design ideas for a medium sized classic boot room in Detroit with beige walls, a single front door, a blue front door, brown floors and porcelain flooring.
Minnetonka Kitchen Renovation
Minnetonka Kitchen Renovation
Fluidesign StudioFluidesign Studio
Building Design, Plans, and Interior Finishes by: Fluidesign Studio I Builder: Anchor Builders I Photographer: sethbennphoto.com
Design ideas for a medium sized classic boot room in Minneapolis with beige walls and slate flooring.
Entrance
Entrance
Amy Kartheiser DesignAmy Kartheiser Design
Design ideas for a medium sized classic entrance in Chicago with multi-coloured walls, medium hardwood flooring and feature lighting.
Entry Rustic French Country Home with Stucco and Stone
Entry Rustic French Country Home with Stucco and Stone
Donald Lococo ArchitectsDonald Lococo Architects
Situated in Kenwood, Maryland just outside of Washington, D.C., this whole-house renovation reinterprets a 1950s split-level into a rustic French country house. Published 3 times, The French country house plans for this renovation inform and guide the remodel. Short double-hung existing windows of various sizes on a 1950s brick front wall (see below) were replaced by straightforward openings along the front facade. By replacing them with a series of similar openings, the end result is a principled, simple elegance inspired by French country style homes. The rustic application of field stone arches and rough stucco are both inviting and enchanting, echoing French country interior design. Elements of French country home decor complement the home. The traditional French country home design has been widely published, including features in Renovation Style and Maryland Life magazines, among others. One singular continuous walkway runs the entire length of the main front under each of the French doors, and a courtyard created by stucco walls and stone piers create an inner sanctum in the front yard. In the back of the property, added French gates lead to a newly constructed pavilion.
Bohème Chic
Bohème Chic
Anne Chemineau - Decor InterieurAnne Chemineau - Decor Interieur
La création d'une troisième chambre avec verrières permet de bénéficier de la lumière naturelle en second jour et de profiter d'une perspective sur la chambre parentale et le couloir.
Жк Лахта Плаза
Жк Лахта Плаза
Zina MalyshevaZina Malysheva
Design ideas for a medium sized contemporary front door in Saint Petersburg with grey walls, a single front door, a black front door, beige floors and a wood ceiling.
Lower Falls- Mudroom
Lower Falls- Mudroom
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
TEAM: Architect: LDa Architecture & Interiors Builder (Kitchen/ Mudroom Addition): Shanks Engineering & Construction Builder (Master Suite Addition): Hampden Design Photographer: Greg Premru
Mud Rooms
Mud Rooms
The Tailored Closet of IndyThe Tailored Closet of Indy
Mud Room with bench seat/storage chest in antique white finish with oil rubbed bronze hardware.
This is an example of a medium sized classic boot room in Indianapolis with beige walls, porcelain flooring and white floors.
Two Doors Down
Two Doors Down
Romina Black InteriorsRomina Black Interiors
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional foyer in Austin with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a glass front door, beige floors and a feature wall.
DSWowFactor
DSWowFactor
Amy Storm & CompanyAmy Storm & Company
Picture Perfect Home
Photo of a medium sized classic boot room in Chicago with grey walls, medium hardwood flooring and black floors.
Shagbark Residence
Shagbark Residence
Highland Builders LLCHighland Builders LLC
The large angled garage, double entry door, bay window and arches are the welcoming visuals to this exposed ranch. Exterior thin veneer stone, the James Hardie Timberbark siding and the Weather Wood shingles accented by the medium bronze metal roof and white trim windows are an eye appealing color combination. Impressive double transom entry door with overhead timbers and side by side double pillars. (Ryan Hainey)
Family Country Home
Family Country Home
Des Ewing Residential ArchitectsDes Ewing Residential Architects
Inspiration for a medium sized traditional boot room in London with grey walls and beige floors.
Arthur Court
Arthur Court
Plan ArchitecturePlan Architecture
Medium sized classic boot room in New York with white walls, dark hardwood flooring and a single front door.
Classic Revival
Classic Revival
Gryboski Builders Inc.Gryboski Builders Inc.
Design ideas for a medium sized traditional foyer in Other with yellow walls, dark hardwood flooring, a single front door and a dark wood front door.
Suamico, WI Wisconsin Log Home
Suamico, WI Wisconsin Log Home
Pella Windows & Doors of WisconsinPella Windows & Doors of Wisconsin
Designed/Built by Wisconsin Log Homes - Photos by KCJ Studios
This is an example of a medium sized rustic front door in Other with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and a black front door.
Riverside House
Riverside House
Marina Rubina, ArchitectMarina Rubina, Architect
Todd Mason, Halkin Photography
Inspiration for a medium sized contemporary boot room in New York with white walls, slate flooring, a single front door, a medium wood front door and grey floors.
Birchwood Kitchen with Character
Birchwood Kitchen with Character
Bluestem RemodelingBluestem Remodeling
"Brandon Stengel - www.farmkidstudios.com”
This is an example of a medium sized contemporary boot room in Minneapolis with grey walls and ceramic flooring.

Medium Sized 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 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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