Definitely the basket is unnecessary and without it makes cleaning easier too. If I really want to be picky, I prefer just the three pieces on one side, just swap the plants for the brighter colour. I like things a bit off balance. I hate to do this to you, but memo for the future - always get non reflective glass in frames, makes a big difference. Now have some fun with some Christmas decorations to give it a whole new look:)) You will find this is an area to have a lot of fun with and to make regular changes to.

Hi, there seem to be a lot of themes clashing in this entry. the front door is very modern, bold and masculine, yet the wallpaper is Classical, feminine and recessive. also, the grey tones are similiar but don't match/ suit each other. there doesn't seem to be warmth to the space, which is what i would want to add. finally, the mirror opposite the front door is proportionally wrong for the wall - and the colour/ shape don't suit the scheme. firstly, lets scratch the dainty look - you have a modern house, so let's work with what we have. for the walls, i would select a dark beige colour, something earthy but don't go too yellow. this will contrast well with the grey tiles and add warmth to the space. further, this will better suit the timber tones in the front door. you could even get paint with sand added for a softer and more luxurious touch. i would also continue this colour scheme down the hall since you cannot break the paint colour mid-wall. the hanging piece on the wall opposite the front door should match the proportion to the front door (it doesn't have to be the same size, but it should match the proportions) - this will look great when visitors approach the door because they can see through - so there is a little bit of mirroring - this is perhaps your opportunity to add some softness - by softness, i mean nature - you could have a painting of ferns or plants - some green perhaps. again, this will bring a bit of your outside garden in. the niche's are always a dilemma - these should only be built into a design if you have a specific object to house in them - also, these modern niches are too narrow to put a proper object in, which limits you to putting a painting in there. i would be looking for a limestone wall sculpture ( like a carving) because this would react well with the downlight in the niche. to add some glamour/ opulence without making it too much of a contrast with the rest of the house, i would also choose a modern but large skirting board - i'd even paint it in a gloss white to create a stark contrast with the grey tiles and the beige walls. finally, to glam up the walls, i'd add some wall lights - we don't have the ceiling height for an elaborate chandelier - and even if we did, the space isn't big enough for so much light - we want something ambient and gentle. 2 on each wall (either side of the niches) plus 1 on either side of the new painting - remember to stick to the modern theme - there are some classy black fittings that have notes of classicism without the bedazzling. get a nice thick black frame for your new painting as well. Good luck Wesley Spencer

Ignore what I said in my previous post. The photo you posted explains everything better. Install a hall coat stand where your lamp is. And yes a sheer curtain would be okay. If you change the swing of the door, it would cause issues in trying to get into the hallway. Or you could install an actual door at hallway.

The pivot doors that Julie has posted are out of character , and like most posts so far , I like the existing door . However , being weird , I'd leave the flyscreen , and the frosting -- I think it all suits . Maybe needs a coat of paint -- imagine the 2 lower exterior infill panels on the door in a bright red or orange to lift the look , tie in with the brick , add some colour ? Or do the whole door and the wrought iron scrolls of the screen in 1950's pastel mint green or apricot -- the reverse of modernising ! Also unlike most , I don't particularly like the wooden panels above the door and the bay window -- I know some will scorn , but I'd either plaster smooth , or maybe go with glass ( yes , frosted ) with little net curtains -- I suspect the outside view of this isn't really visible ( under a veranda I gather ? ) but to me , it would tidy the inside look , look period , and tie it all in . Then , add a red leather lounge suite or chairs ( depending on that rooms use ) and at least 1 big colourful abstract painting -- that is the way to add class and colour and some modern looks IMO , not by adding an ultramodern door to what is essentially a 40 year old house . Just my thoughts .