Awe Inspiring Entry Ways – Secret Of Luxury
Be it a grand ballroom, a get-away cabin in the mountains for
entertaining, or one’s personal residence, having an entryway atmosphere
that surrounds one with both elegance and serenity makes a statement
of luxury.
One catches their breath from the impact of entering an evocative,
masterfully designed area which wraps one in a visual presence of both
peace and safety. Prior stresses melt in the warmth and beauty.
Every entryway, foyer or rotunda possesses a significant, unique
individuality. The entryways with the highest intrinsic value feature
floors of natural stone, like Marble, onyx, or granite – and even in-laid
semi-precious stones. A master designer can create a unique medallion
for insertion in the entryway floor. This medallion, a large emblem
or medal that might be circular, oval or even square, can reflect the
homeowner’s personality and could represent a family crest or a favorite
architectural style. The medallion becomes the focal point of the entryway
and the foundation for all interior design in the area.
Matching Marble or other natural stone borders can be designed
to surround the outer portions of the entryway floor, or even be placed
on the walls, to graciously lead one on into other areas of the home.
Because natural stone comes in thousands of color variations, the designer
is never limited in expression.
In the case of commercial sites such as airports, theme parks,
restaurants, or in institutional settings such as universities, government
buildings, or museums, the medallion might be the logo of the local
sport team or represent an historical happening unique to that area.
It can represent a point of pride, an attraction that customers remember
and bring visitors to see.
Public areas need entryways and floors that are durable and that
can withstand dirt, snow and mud, along with the impact of high heels
and other potentially damaging items. Fortunately, Marble and natural
stones are truly capable of handling all that befalls them. Plus, they
are quite stain resistant.
A Marble and natural stone medallion in an entryway is stunning
and was once seen only in cathedrals built centuries ago. Now, due to
the precision of water jet technology, a master craftsman can design
an intricate pattern consisting of thousands of pieces of fine Marble,
granite, onyx and semi-precious gems and have them cut to perfection.
The assembling of these pieces reflects another artistic skill, as this
assembling is done meticulously by hand and thus also requires a unique
craftsman.
Those who love luxury cherish a grand entryway that reflects
true artistic expression and inspires both peace and joy.
Hari Alto is cofounder and Creative Director of
Creative Edge Master Shop, a leader in the architectural design community.
He designs all of the company's products, including lobbies
and entryway medallions.
