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Elithus i Stockholm ABElithus i Stockholm AB
This is an example of a modern entrance in Stockholm.
Modern Pivot
Modern Pivot
Land AestheticLand Aesthetic
Joe Dodd
Modern entrance in San Diego.
Mid-Century Modern Goes Modern
Mid-Century Modern Goes Modern
Ammirato Construction, Inc.Ammirato Construction, Inc.
Virtual Imagery 360 Photography
This is an example of a modern entrance in San Francisco with white walls.
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207 Melrose Ave
Parrague Construction, Inc.Parrague Construction, Inc.
Photo of a medium sized modern front door in Los Angeles with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door and a light wood front door.
Steel Entry Pivot Door and Steel Awning - Yuhl Residence
Steel Entry Pivot Door and Steel Awning - Yuhl Residence
MAIDEN SteelMAIDEN Steel
This Industrial Modern entry features a MAIDEN Steel Pivot Door (designed and built by NOEdesignCo.) and and custom Steel Overhead Awning with recessed LED lights.
THERMA TRU Entry Door Systems with Storm Door
THERMA TRU Entry Door Systems with Storm Door
Howard Quality Window Inc.Howard Quality Window Inc.
Increase your comfort, energy efficiency and performance, you will also see an increase in curb appeal. Howard Quality Window Inc.
Photo of a modern entrance in New York.
Cityplace Bachelor Pad
Cityplace Bachelor Pad
Nest Design StudioNest Design Studio
Modern entrance in Toronto.
Aleph House
Aleph House
Siegman Associates, Inc.Siegman Associates, Inc.
The entry door is a custom made douglas fir pivot door with etched and clear glass panels. Fabricated by 3D Works. Photo by David Dietrich
Inspiration for a modern entrance in Other.
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Ross Residence
GRIFFIN ENRIGHT ARCHITECTS: Ross Residence
Griffin Enright ArchitectsGriffin Enright Architects
A view of the entry made of charcoal concrete board and an open pivot door.
Design ideas for a medium sized modern entrance in San Francisco with a pivot front door, a dark wood front door, white walls and light hardwood flooring.
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house S
Amitzi ArchitectsAmitzi Architects
This is an example of a modern porch in Other.
Southampton
Southampton
Koch ArchitectsKoch Architects
Front entry to mid-century-modern renovation with green front door with glass panel, covered wood porch, wood ceilings, wood baseboards and trim, hardwood floors, large hallway with beige walls, floor to ceiling window in Berkeley hills, California
Encinitas Residence Remodel - Entry
Encinitas Residence Remodel - Entry
atelier KSatelier KS
The new entry is wrapped in wood for an inviting feeling.
Inspiration for a modern front door in San Diego with a single front door and a medium wood front door.
STonehedge Exteriors
STonehedge Exteriors
Four Corners Construction, L.P.Four Corners Construction, L.P.
Modern entrance in Austin with a pivot front door and a medium wood front door.
Cantoni-Riviera Style
Cantoni-Riviera Style
CantoniCantoni
Marc and Mandy Maister were clients and fans of Cantoni before they purchased this harbor home on Balboa Island. The South African natives originally met designer Sarah Monaghan and Cantoni CEO Michael Wilkov at a storewide sale, and quickly established a relationship as they bought furnishings for their primary residence in Newport Beach. So, when the couple decided to invest in this gorgeous second home, in one of the ritziest enclaves in North America, they sought Sarah’s help in transforming the outdated 1960s residence into a modern marvel. “It’s now the ultimate beach house,” says Sarah, “and finished in Cantoni from top to bottom—including new Bontempi cabinetry installed throughout.” To read the full story please visit: http://cantoni.com/updates/news/enewsletter-216-cantoni-riviera-style/#.Ug6koEJpDTk Lucas Chichon
Mumbai Apartment
Mumbai Apartment
Quirk StudioQuirk Studio
Chintan Meghani
Design ideas for a modern entrance in Mumbai.
Modern Home | Kimberly Demmy Design
Modern Home | Kimberly Demmy Design
Kimberly Demmy DesignKimberly Demmy Design
This rustic modern home was purchased by an art collector that needed plenty of white wall space to hang his collection. The furnishings were kept neutral to allow the art to pop and warm wood tones were selected to keep the house from becoming cold and sterile. Published in Modern In Denver | The Art of Living. Paul Winner
Glen Waverley
Glen Waverley
Bright Side InteriorsBright Side Interiors
Inspiration for a modern entrance in Melbourne.
Il camino separa ma diventa elemento di arredo del mobile divisorio
Il camino separa ma diventa elemento di arredo del mobile divisorio
Criscuolo e Leone ArchitettiCriscuolo e Leone Architetti
Inspiration for a modern entrance in Naples.
Color Block à St Germain en Laye
Color Block à St Germain en Laye
IH StudioIH Studio
Jeux de couleurs pour une entrée vitaminée ! Séparation entrée / séjour par un claustra sur mesure en bois avec rangement chaussures côté entrée.
Medium sized modern foyer in Paris with a single front door.

Modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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 modern 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!
Bouldin Creek Home
Bouldin Creek Home
Cameron Getter DesignCameron Getter Design
Here is a mud bench space that is near the garage entrance that we painted the built-ins and added a textural wallpaper to the backs of the builtins and above and to left and right side walls, making this a more cohesive space that also stands apart from the hallway.
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