Landscape by Kim Rooney Newly renovated front porch entry included tongue and groove cedar ceiling, replaced posts, bluestone deck/patio, and iron railing.

New concrete stoop, steps and entire front porch structure. Coordinating metal and siding to main house.
Small elegant front porch photo in Baltimore

This captivating staircase catches the eye the moment you step through the front door. More than a functional connection between floors, it serves as a daily art piece that can be both used and admired by homeowners and guests alike. Floating wood stringers support the structure, while warm wood railings and modern black metal spindles create a clean, contemporary aesthetic. Light-toned wood elements keep the design feeling bright and welcoming, while white risers add additional crispness. The combination of natural warmth and industrial edge proves that staircases can be as beautiful as they are practical. 1976-2026 © Century Stair Company

What a spectacular welcome to this mountain retreat. A trio of chandeliers hang above a custom copper door while a narrow bridge spans across the curved stair.

Inspiration for a small traditional shade landscaping in New York.

Example of a large classic beige two-story wood gable roof design in New York

Home design - small modern home design idea in Vancouver

The dark hardwood floors contoured with the clean white walls leads to the front door of this custom home. The front entry is wide open and offers a dramatic ocean view once you step inside the house.

Lake Front Country Estate Entry Approach, designed by Tom Markalunas and JDP Design, built by Resort Custom Homes. Photography by Rachael Boling.
Inspiration for a huge timeless brown three-story mixed siding exterior home remodel in Other with a hip roof

Designer: RG Design Studio Inc. GC: Westmark Construction Photography: Janis Nicolay
Trendy galley porcelain tile and gray floor utility room photo in Vancouver with a drop-in sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, laminate countertops, white walls and a side-by-side washer/dryer

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Design ideas for a mid-sized contemporary partial sun front yard stone landscaping in Toronto for spring.

These homeowners are interested in sustainable landscaping. To capture the rain water coming off the tin roof, they put a rain garden in one corner of their front yard.

A Webster Groves, MO home reaches full potential with the addition of a shady front porch. Wood columns with cultured stone bases add texture, and a gently curving sidewalk leads to the Azek floor. Stone pavers create raised flower beds on either side of the porch. Photos by Toby Weiss for MBA.

New front entryway, built with all composite materials. Thermatru front door .
Inspiration for a timeless entryway remodel in Boston

Choosing hardscape for your landscaping project is a wise investment, because it is more durable and aesthetically pleasing than alternative choices.

Modern concrete steps leading up to covered terrace. building Lab is a design build firm specialized in modern architecture.
Inspiration for a large modern drought-tolerant and full sun front yard concrete paver garden path in San Francisco for spring.

When you start with the basic, builder-grade quality, it's easy to find room for improvement. Contrast that with fine stainless steel hardware and expert craftsmanship, and it's difficult to find a better before-and-after foyer stairway design. Whether you're restoring a home or creating a masterpiece, metal railing with a variety of options and finishes is a great place to start. Make sure to factor in the whole scope of the project - new steps, fresh paint, and light fixtures.

When you start with the basic, builder-grade quality, it's easy to find room for improvement. Contrast that with fine stainless steel hardware and expert craftsmanship, and it's difficult to find a better before-and-after foyer stairway design. Whether you're restoring a home or creating a masterpiece, metal railing with a variety of options and finishes is a great place to start. Make sure to factor in the whole scope of the project - new steps, fresh paint, and light fixtures.

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Example of a mid-sized beach style light wood floor and beige floor entryway design in San Francisco with a black front door and beige walls