Diamond and square medallion floor pattern with dark brown double border in foyer. Laura Reed
Photo of a mid-sized modern foyer in New York with white walls, medium hardwood floors, a single front door and a white front door.

John Neill
Inspiration for a small traditional front door in Philadelphia with a single front door and a red front door.

After Exterior Professionals installed the new entry door.
Inspiration for a front door in Other with beige walls, painted wood floors, a single front door and a red front door.

www.gordondixonconstruction.com Stowe, Vermont
Design ideas for a country foyer in Burlington with red walls, slate floors, a single front door and a white front door.

Lorena Thorne Bruner Fall Front Door Wreath
This is an example of a small traditional front door in DC Metro with yellow walls, concrete floors, a single front door and a medium wood front door.

Eldorado Springs Door with Bronze and glass
This is an example of a mid-sized contemporary front door in Denver with green walls, medium hardwood floors, a single front door and a dark wood front door.

The light blue hand-applied plaster around the back door has been decorated with with beach-combed materials.
Design ideas for a small eclectic front door in Other with white walls, a single front door, a red front door, limestone floors and exposed beam.

Custom oak front door with privacy glass makes a bold statement here. Key-less entry adds to the seamless look. Custom granite pillars and canopy with house name inscribed adds the personal touch. Also in the photo is matching postbox and sash window.

Paula Trindade
Mid-sized modern entry hall in London with white walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door, a white front door and white floor.

Photo of a large mediterranean entryway in Orange County with beige walls, terra-cotta floors, a single front door and a dark wood front door.

Alyssa Kirsten
This is an example of a small eclectic foyer in New York with orange walls, light hardwood floors, a single front door and a white front door.

JELD-WEN Aurora Fiberglass Door #160 Custom Color
Inspiration for a traditional front door with a single front door and a dark wood front door.

This project was such an incredible design opportunity, and instilled inspiration and excitement at every turn! Our amazing clients came to us with the challenge of converting their beloved family home into a welcoming haven for all members of the family. At the time that we met our clients, they were struggling with the difficult personal decision of the fate of the home. Their father/father-in-law had passed away and their mother/mother-in-law had recently been admitted into a nursing facility and was fighting Alzheimer’s. Resistant to loss of the home now that both parents were out of it, our clients purchased the home to keep in in the family. Despite their permanent home currently being in New Jersey, these clients dedicated themselves to keeping and revitalizing the house. We were moved by the story and became immediately passionate about bringing this dream to life. The home was built by the parents of our clients and was only ever owned by them, making this a truly special space to the family. Our goal was to revitalize the home and to bring new energy into every room without losing the special characteristics that were original to the home when it was built. In this way, we were able to develop a house that maintains its own unique personality while offering a space of welcoming neutrality for all members of the family to enjoy over time. The renovation touched every part of the home: the exterior, foyer, kitchen, living room, sun room, garage, six bedrooms, three bathrooms, the laundry room, and everything in between. The focus was to develop a style that carried consistently from space to space, but allowed for unique expression in the small details in every room. Starting at the entry, we renovated the front door and entry point to offer more presence and to bring more of the mid-century vibe to the home’s exterior. We integrated a new modern front door, cedar shingle accents, new exterior paint, and gorgeous contemporary house numbers that really allow the home to stand out. Just inside the entry, we renovated the foyer to create a playful entry point worthy of attention. Cement look tile adorns the foyer floor, and we’ve added new lighting and upgraded the entry coat storage. Upon entering the home, one will immediately be captivated by the stunning kitchen just off the entry. We transformed this space in just about every way. While the footprint of the home ultimately remained almost identical, the aesthetics were completely turned on their head. We re-worked the kitchen to maximize storage and to create an informal dining area that is great for casual hosting or morning coffee. We removed the entry to the garage that was once in the informal dining, and created a peninsula in its place that offers a unique division between the kitchen/informal dining and the formal dining and living areas. The simple light warm light gray cabinetry offers a bit of traditional elegance, along with the marble backsplash and quartz countertops. We extended the original wood flooring into the kitchen and stained all floors to match for a warmth that truly resonates through all spaces. We upgraded appliances, added lighting everywhere, and finished the space with some gorgeous mid century furniture pieces. In the formal dining and living room, we really focused on maintaining the original marble fireplace as a focal point. We cleaned the marble, repaired the mortar, and refinished the original fireplace screen to give a new sleek look in black. We then integrated a new gas insert for modern heating and painted the upper portion in a rich navy blue; an accent that is carried through the home consistently as a nod to our client’s love of the color. The former entry into the old covered porch is now an elegant glass door leading to a stunning finished sunroom. This room was completely upgraded as well. We wrapped the entire space in cozy white shiplap to keep a casual feel with brightness. We tiled the floor with large format concrete look tile, and painted the old brick fireplace a bright white. We installed a new gas burning unit, and integrated transitional style lighting to bring warmth and elegance into the space. The new black-frame windows are adorned with decorative shades that feature hand-sketched bird prints, and we’ve created a dedicated garden-ware “nook” for our client who loves to work in the yard. The far end of this space is completed with two oversized chaise loungers and overhead lights…the most perfect little reading nook! Just off the dining room, we created an entirely new space to the home: a mudroom. The clients lacked this space and desperately needed a landing spot upon entering the home from the garage. We uniquely planned existing space in the garage to utilize for this purpose, and were able to create a small but functional entry point without losing the ability to park cars in the garage. This new space features cement-look tile, gorgeous deep brown cabinetry, and plenty of storage for all the small items one might need to store while moving in and out of the home. The remainder of the upstairs level includes massive renovations to the guest hall bathroom and guest bedroom, upstairs master bed/bath suite, and a third bedroom that we converted into a home office for the client. Some of the largest transformations were made in the basement, where unfinished space and lack of light were converted into gloriously lit, cozy, finished spaces. Our first task was to convert the massive basement living room into the new master bedroom for our clients. We removed existing built-ins, created an entirely new walk-in closet, painted the old brick fireplace, installed a new gas unit, added carpet, introduced new lighting, replaced windows, and upgraded every part of the aesthetic appearance. One of the most incredible features of this space is the custom double sliding barn door made by a Denver artisan. This space is truly a retreat for our clients! We also completely transformed the laundry room, back storage room, basement master bathroom, and two bedrooms. This home’s massive scope and ever-evolving challenges were thrilling and exciting to work with, and the result is absolutely amazing. At the end of the day, this home offers a look and feel that the clients love. Above all, though, the clients feel the spirit of their family home and have a welcoming environment for all members of the family to enjoy for years to come.

This foyer was the greeting to a luxury condo which was the home to a family of 4 as well as a place to entertain business associates. Our client requeted timeless design with Asian antiques and contemporary art. WE worked together from the construction of 2 condo units into one home. Extensive mill work maximized storage.This beautiful chandelier was imported from France. Kaskel

Ox blood lacquer walls hide a library behind the custom mill work.
Inspiration for an entryway in San Francisco with red walls, limestone floors and a single front door.

Transitional accessories on entryway console table.
Small transitional foyer in Austin with beige walls, carpet, a single front door, a white front door and beige floor.

David Wu
Mid-sized traditional front door in Los Angeles with a single front door.

Custom Home Guard Industries hinged entry door with custom glass design, hand stained finish, matching sidelites and upgraded Schlage hardware.
Design ideas for a large traditional front door in DC Metro with a single front door and a medium wood front door.

In their development the homes are differentiated by the color of the brick, the roof, the shutters, and the siding. The homeowner wanted to distinguish the otherwise flat front of their home from other neighborhood homes by adding the interest and dimension of a portico.