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THE MODERN FAMILY PROJECT
THE MODERN FAMILY PROJECT
Interiors by PopovInteriors by Popov
This newly built custom residence turned out to be spectacular. With Interiors by Popov’s magic touch, it has become a real family home that is comfortable for the grownups, safe for the kids and friendly to the little dogs that now occupy this space.The start of construction was a bumpy road for the homeowners. After the house was framed, our clients found themselves paralyzed with the million and one decisions that had to be made. Decisions about plumbing, electrical, millwork, hardware and exterior left them drained and overwhelmed. The couple needed help. It was at this point that they were referred to us by a friend.We immediately went about systematizing the selection and design process, which allowed us to streamline decision making and stay ahead of construction. We designed every detail in this house. And when I say every detail, I mean it. We designed lighting, plumbing, millwork, hard surfaces, exterior, kitchen, bathrooms, fireplace and so much more. After the construction-related items were addressed, we moved to furniture, rugs, lamps, art, accessories, bedding and so on. The result of our systematic approach and design vision was a client head over heels in love with their new home. The positive feedback we received from this homeowner was immensely gratifying. They said the only thing that they regret was not hiring Interiors by Popov sooner!
TCD 2021 Spring Showcase
TCD 2021 Spring Showcase
TCD HomesTCD Homes
Medium sized modern foyer in Other with grey walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and brown floors.
Weston Bauhaus
Weston Bauhaus
DANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & CambridgeDANE AUSTIN INTERIOR DESIGN Boston & Cambridge
The interior of this spacious, upscale Bauhaus-style home, designed by our Boston studio, uses earthy materials like subtle woven touches and timber and metallic finishes to provide natural textures and form. The cozy, minimalist environment is light and airy and marked with playful elements like a recurring zig-zag pattern and peaceful escapes including the primary bedroom and a made-over sun porch. --- Project designed by Boston interior design studio Dane Austin Design. They serve Boston, Cambridge, Hingham, Cohasset, Newton, Weston, Lexington, Concord, Dover, Andover, Gloucester, as well as surrounding areas. For more about Dane Austin Design, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/ To learn more about this project, click here: https://daneaustindesign.com/weston-bauhaus
Hallway
Hallway
Leanne Lyons InteriorsLeanne Lyons Interiors
Victorian Hallway with extra large round mirror to reflect the light around the entrance. Traditional mosaic floor tiles with a Glass and Mango wood console table for hallway storage
Love House
Love House
Mendelson Architecture PracticeMendelson Architecture Practice
Entry of Love House, photo by Architect
Photo of a medium sized modern foyer in San Francisco with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a glass front door and brown floors.
Modern Prairie Home
Modern Prairie Home
Sigma Builders LLCSigma Builders LLC
Photo of a large modern boot room in Indianapolis with white walls, light hardwood flooring and grey floors.
Northcote
Northcote
Lisa Lev DesignLisa Lev Design
Photo Credit to Alex Lukey
Inspiration for a medium sized modern boot room in Toronto with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a black front door and white floors.
Union Pier Lakehouse
Union Pier Lakehouse
Devon Grace InteriorsDevon Grace Interiors
This is an example of a large modern foyer in Chicago with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door and exposed beams.
Modern Home Design & Remodel
Modern Home Design & Remodel
Soundesign Group Architects, PLLCSoundesign Group Architects, PLLC
Inspiration for a large modern front door in Seattle with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a pivot front door, a glass front door and beige floors.
River Edge View
River Edge View
Tim Schollaart Builder LLCTim Schollaart Builder LLC
Small modern boot room in Grand Rapids with beige walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a dark wood front door and brown floors.
Modern New Build Hardwood Flooring
Modern New Build Hardwood Flooring
Revel Woods Hardwood FlooringRevel Woods Hardwood Flooring
Samadhi Floor from The Akasha Collection: https://revelwoods.com/products/857/detail
Un appartement moderne & graphique aux tonalités naturelles
Un appartement moderne & graphique aux tonalités naturelles
Atelier GermainAtelier Germain
Inspiration for a medium sized modern hallway in Paris with a white front door, white walls, light hardwood flooring and beige floors.
Garderobe BBG
Garderobe BBG
Hölzlein SchreinereiHölzlein Schreinerei
Garderobenschrank in bestehender Nische aus weiß lackierter MDF-Platte. Offener Bereich Asteiche furniert. Garderobenstange aus Edelstahl. Schranktüren mit Tip-On (Push-to-open) , unten mit einen großen Schubkasten.
Flower Mound Transitional Modern
Flower Mound Transitional Modern
Urbanology DesignsUrbanology Designs
Modern Mud Room with Floating Charging Station
Inspiration for a small modern boot room in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a black front door and a single front door.
119 West Shore
119 West Shore
3rd Street Custom Homes3rd Street Custom Homes
Photo of a medium sized modern front door in Dallas with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a double front door, a black front door and white floors.
5th Avenue Residence
5th Avenue Residence
pulltabpulltab
Entry with custom console table by Christopher Kurtz. View towards custom curio cabinet which acts as a sentry to the bedrooms. Photo: Mikiko Kikuyama
Ledgewood- Front Door
Ledgewood- Front Door
LDa Architecture & InteriorsLDa Architecture & Interiors
Eric Roth Photography
Inspiration for a modern front door in Boston with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a pivot front door and a white front door.
Casa Piazzola
Casa Piazzola
Ideal WorkIdeal Work
Inedita e originale, la porta d'ingresso è rivestita con l'innovativo materiale polimerico-cementizio
Inspiration for an expansive modern foyer in Venice with white walls, light hardwood flooring and a white front door.
Smithtown Artisan Home
Smithtown Artisan Home
Aspect Design BuildAspect Design Build
Design ideas for an expansive modern front door in Minneapolis with a pivot front door, a dark wood front door, light hardwood flooring and brown floors.
North Point
North Point
Periana ArchitecturePeriana Architecture
Design ideas for a medium sized modern foyer in Los Angeles with white walls, light hardwood flooring, a single front door, a grey front door, grey floors and a vaulted ceiling.

Modern Entrance with Light Hardwood Flooring 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!
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