Architectural Embellishments- Sheep Mountain Residence

Design is often more about architecture than it is about decor. We focused heavily on embellishing and highlighting the client's fantastic architectural details in the living spaces, which were widely open and connected by a long Foyer Hallway with incredible arches and tall ceilings. We used natural materials such as light silver limestone plaster and paint, added rustic stained wood to the columns, arches and pilasters, and added textural ledgestone to focal walls. We also added new chandeliers with crystal and mercury glass for a modern nudge to a more transitional envelope. The contrast of light stained shelves and custom wood barn door completed the refurbished Foyer Hallway.

Mudroom Remodel in Ft. Myers, FL

Progressive Design Build

Located near the garage, the mudroom and laundry room were redesigned to be more functional, spacious and to feature the latest modern amenities. The existing mudroom lacked efficient use of space. Sitting on 5 acres of land, this home is cherished by a family who loves horses and enjoys outdoor activity. Our creative solution involved taking part of the kitchen (turning it 90 degrees) to gain 15 feet in the mudroom—one that now has plenty of individual cubbies, bench seating for removing shoes, and hanging space for jackets and coats. Luxury features includes floor-to-ceiling cherry wood cabinetry, travertine floors laid in a Versailles pattern, and bead board walls.

Blue Skies Ahead

Jaffe Architecture + Interiors

Contemporary foyer in Chicago with white walls, travertine floors, beige floor and panelled walls.

Exterior Lantern Lighting

French Market Lanterns

Inspiration for an expansive country front door in Houston with beige walls, travertine floors, a double front door, a brown front door, beige floor, vaulted and panelled walls.

Victoria Residence

Artisans Of Lux

Custom Exterior Door
Inspiration for a mid-sized transitional front door in Vancouver with grey walls, travertine floors, a single front door, beige floor, panelled walls and a white front door.

Sun Valley Rustic Home Design

J. Jordan Creative

Country entryway in Other with travertine floors, beige floor and panelled walls.

CASA J2

Gually Arquitectos

Patio Intermedio - Este recorrido espacial que existe desde el acceso nos lleva a un patio que funciona como articulador de los espacios interiores.
Photo of a mid-sized modern foyer in Other with black walls, travertine floors, a pivot front door, a medium wood front door, multi-coloured floor, recessed and panelled walls.

Sorrento House

Hindley & Co Architecture & Interior Design

The owners came to us with a book of midcentury classics, in which, much to our delight, they had earmarked a photograph of the deep verandah of the Farnsworth House by Mies Van de Rohe, which, along with the qualities of the location and site, gave us our starting point.

Entryway Design Ideas with Travertine Floors and Panelled Walls

Make coming home a pleasure by making sure your entryway – also known as a foyer or vestibule – is the perfect transition from the public world to the private world. Your choice of front door, the organisation and general flow of the entryway should be practical and reflect the style of your home. Your entryway, foyer or vestibule is the first impression guests will have of your home. Does it reflect you and your household? Here are a few ways to make your entryway better - and if all else fails, there's always hiring an interior designer to help.

How can you make your front door stand out?

Front doors can make or break a home’s appeal. An outdated or ill-fitting front door will imply what lies beyond is just as overdue for a makeover. No one wants a front door that stands out for all the wrong reasons, so choose one that suits the style of your home. Aluminium doors, for example, are more suited to contemporary-style homes, whereas ornate timber doors suit period homes. That doesn’t mean you can’t inject some of your own personality, though. While the architectural style should remain the same, you can shake things up with paint colours and quirky door handles. If you’re planning a new home, play around with the size and shape of your entrance door, too, and if you want to include a screen door, look for one that architecturally complements the existing front door.

How can you create an organised entryway or foyer?

An organised foyer requires smart storage solutions – otherwise it’s at risk of becoming a dumping zone. Think about what you do when you first walk into your home. Most people will put their keys down, store a bag or coat, then take their shoes off. If this sounds like you, and your entryway is relatively sizeable, consider including some built-in joinery or a slimline console or hall table. Otherwise, hooks for keys, a coat stand and shoe rack will suffice. If you have a large family, allocate one drawer or shelf to each member of the clan. And finally, don’t overcrowd this area with belongings that can’t be stored in a bedroom. When guests arrive, you want to be able to offer them somewhere to put down their belongings.

Could a dirt room save your floors and entry?

Having a mudroom isn’t commonplace in Australia and New Zealand, but it is becoming increasingly popular as a means to keep mess at bay. In coastal areas, it is sometimes referred to as a sand room, while in rural areas, it can be known as a dirt room. A mudroom is usually a secondary entrance or located at the back entrance, and is ideal for storing shoes, school backpacks, sports equipment and pet essentials. You don’t have to dedicate an entire room to a mudroom. A narrow hall or partial wall will do the trick just fine – just add built-ins, some cubbies for individual family members and a bench. If you have a laundry that has direct access to the outdoors, it’s an ideal opportunity to convert it into a multi-purpose space. Combining a laundry and mudroom is a logical and effective use of space. If there’s no room inside, take a look outside. If you have a verandah, cordon off an area for the likes of dirty soccer boots and surfboards.