14 Entryway Lighting Schemes That Extend a Warm Welcome
These doorways are shown in the best light by lamps that spell style and sophistication
Vaishnavi Nayel Talawadekar
5 August 2020
Houzz India Contributor. Internationally published architecture, design and art journalist. www.mangomonk.com
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Thoughtful exterior lighting can act as more than just a guiding light leading up to your front entrance. It can help to lend depth and definition, provide a warm welcome for guests and foreshadow the atmosphere and ambience of a home. Read on to discover an array of entryway lighting ideas that provide ample illumination and inspiration.
1. Contemporary candlelight
This lighting arrangement is composed of floor candle lanterns, candle-inspired electric wall sconces and a glass-box chandelier just inside the doorway. The combination of light styles forms an array of warm silhouettes that combine to bathe the doorway in light.
This lighting arrangement is composed of floor candle lanterns, candle-inspired electric wall sconces and a glass-box chandelier just inside the doorway. The combination of light styles forms an array of warm silhouettes that combine to bathe the doorway in light.
2. Layered spotlights
Recessed spotlights laid across multi-level surfaces can lift a contemporary entrance scheme and create soft layers of light that highlight the pathway to the front door.
See how this contemporary Gujarat home by Ace Associates is brought to life through parallel series of thoughtfully laid spotlights along the floor and multi-level roof.
Take a peek inside this Gujarat bungalow, which channels larger-than-life luxury and tradition
Recessed spotlights laid across multi-level surfaces can lift a contemporary entrance scheme and create soft layers of light that highlight the pathway to the front door.
See how this contemporary Gujarat home by Ace Associates is brought to life through parallel series of thoughtfully laid spotlights along the floor and multi-level roof.
Take a peek inside this Gujarat bungalow, which channels larger-than-life luxury and tradition
3. Light wreath
String lights left over from festivals and occasions can make for brilliant bespoke decorations all year round.
A fairy-light-strewn garland frames a fire-engine-red exposed-brick archway leading to a double-door entrance. Notice how the plant next to the door, also ornamented with lights, adds to the cheery decor. Although this porch has been decorated for the holidays, it serves as welcome inspiration for year-round lighting.
Discover bright ideas to light up your home from leftover festival lights
String lights left over from festivals and occasions can make for brilliant bespoke decorations all year round.
A fairy-light-strewn garland frames a fire-engine-red exposed-brick archway leading to a double-door entrance. Notice how the plant next to the door, also ornamented with lights, adds to the cheery decor. Although this porch has been decorated for the holidays, it serves as welcome inspiration for year-round lighting.
Discover bright ideas to light up your home from leftover festival lights
4. Flush-mounted fixtures
For low-hanging entryways, flush-mounted fixtures can serve as streamlined lighting sources that offer ample light without occupying too much space.
This contemporary Bengaluru entryway displays a restrained clean-lined aesthetic that is limited by space. Accessorised with circular flush-mounted fixtures, the entryway gets a break from the all-orange palette, as well as adequate lighting.
Tip: A 23- to 40-watt LED bulb or several bulbs that make up the same wattage are an ideal choice for flush-mounted fixtures.
For low-hanging entryways, flush-mounted fixtures can serve as streamlined lighting sources that offer ample light without occupying too much space.
This contemporary Bengaluru entryway displays a restrained clean-lined aesthetic that is limited by space. Accessorised with circular flush-mounted fixtures, the entryway gets a break from the all-orange palette, as well as adequate lighting.
Tip: A 23- to 40-watt LED bulb or several bulbs that make up the same wattage are an ideal choice for flush-mounted fixtures.
5. Gas-style lanterns
Gas lighting was popularised in the the late 1800s, before electric lighting became mainstream. Today, gas-inspired electric lamps have gained popularity for their signature ambient glow.
These gas-style lanterns exude a classical character, accentuated by the soft flickering of the flames within. The burnished mint lantern shells are reminiscent of lamps from centuries past.
Gas lighting was popularised in the the late 1800s, before electric lighting became mainstream. Today, gas-inspired electric lamps have gained popularity for their signature ambient glow.
These gas-style lanterns exude a classical character, accentuated by the soft flickering of the flames within. The burnished mint lantern shells are reminiscent of lamps from centuries past.
6. Traditional chandelier
A traditional chandelier can transform the look of a house, giving it an elegant flourish.
Moroccon vibes echo effortlessly from this glamorous Hyderabad abode by Moriq, thanks to its frontal facade. The gold-inlaid front door is overarched by a dainty black-and-white chandelier and a set of matching wall sconces.
A traditional chandelier can transform the look of a house, giving it an elegant flourish.
Moroccon vibes echo effortlessly from this glamorous Hyderabad abode by Moriq, thanks to its frontal facade. The gold-inlaid front door is overarched by a dainty black-and-white chandelier and a set of matching wall sconces.
7. Industrial pendant lights
Cage pendant lamps are perfect for an angular look rooted in clean, straight lines.
In this Goa home by Architecture + Design Ankit Prabhudessai, an edgy pendant light fitted with a cylindrical filament bulb gives an unfussy, geometric edge to the organic stone-clad doorway. Wall lamps on either side of the door complement the main lighting source. The doorway exudes a warm glow created by a combination of uplighting and downlighting.
Cage pendant lamps are perfect for an angular look rooted in clean, straight lines.
In this Goa home by Architecture + Design Ankit Prabhudessai, an edgy pendant light fitted with a cylindrical filament bulb gives an unfussy, geometric edge to the organic stone-clad doorway. Wall lamps on either side of the door complement the main lighting source. The doorway exudes a warm glow created by a combination of uplighting and downlighting.
8. Combination lighting
Together, task and accent lighting can conjure a halo of light around a doorway, and work to spotlight important elements like the doorknob and keyhole, while emitting a soft glow in other areas.
In this vaulted entrance, a pair of diminutive checkered lanterns flank the wooden pillars in front of the house, working as effective task lighting. Meanwhile. the panelled roof holds accent spotlights that wash light across the ceiling, providing an uplifting effect.
Together, task and accent lighting can conjure a halo of light around a doorway, and work to spotlight important elements like the doorknob and keyhole, while emitting a soft glow in other areas.
In this vaulted entrance, a pair of diminutive checkered lanterns flank the wooden pillars in front of the house, working as effective task lighting. Meanwhile. the panelled roof holds accent spotlights that wash light across the ceiling, providing an uplifting effect.
9. Two-way wall lights
A two-way wall light can be a fitting addition to a contemporary exterior scheme. Two-way lights can be combined with other light forms, such as door backlighting and outdoor garden lighting.
Bengaluru-based GBB Construction Solutions gives this traditional double door a contemporary spin by framing it between a pair of disc-shaped two-way wall lights.
A two-way wall light can be a fitting addition to a contemporary exterior scheme. Two-way lights can be combined with other light forms, such as door backlighting and outdoor garden lighting.
Bengaluru-based GBB Construction Solutions gives this traditional double door a contemporary spin by framing it between a pair of disc-shaped two-way wall lights.
10. Twin wall sconces
When it comes to the placement of door-framing lights, a general rule of thumb is to position each lamp 6 to 12 inches from the door casing to maintain an even, symmetrical look.
These slim and understated cylinder wall sconces are high on form and function but allow the heavyset coffered door to take centrestage.
When it comes to the placement of door-framing lights, a general rule of thumb is to position each lamp 6 to 12 inches from the door casing to maintain an even, symmetrical look.
These slim and understated cylinder wall sconces are high on form and function but allow the heavyset coffered door to take centrestage.
11. Single wall sconce
When space is at a premium and the gap between the door and the ceiling is minimal, a single wall sconce can be just the solution. Install it on the wall nearer the doorknob to angle more light towards visitors.
Note how a single contemporary sconce on this sleek stone wall serves just as much as a wall accent as it does as a source of light.
When space is at a premium and the gap between the door and the ceiling is minimal, a single wall sconce can be just the solution. Install it on the wall nearer the doorknob to angle more light towards visitors.
Note how a single contemporary sconce on this sleek stone wall serves just as much as a wall accent as it does as a source of light.
12. Sculptural pendant light
If you’re blessed with a high ceiling, you’re bound to want to call attention to all that generous vertical space. A great way to add a dose of creativity to a lofty ceiling is to add one or more sculptural pendant lights. Not only will this cut through the ample overhead space, it will also make for an eye-catching statement piece that urges the eyes upwards.
In the imposing entryway at this luxury Chattarpur farm designed by Altus - Luxury Living, a sculptural chandelier is fittingly juxtaposed against a polished stone-finish ceiling.
Tip: When it comes to the wattage of multiple bulbs within a chandelier, a combined wattage of 23- to 40-watts in LED lamps is ideal and can make for an aesthetic impression.
Explore more of this palatial Chattarpur abode
If you’re blessed with a high ceiling, you’re bound to want to call attention to all that generous vertical space. A great way to add a dose of creativity to a lofty ceiling is to add one or more sculptural pendant lights. Not only will this cut through the ample overhead space, it will also make for an eye-catching statement piece that urges the eyes upwards.
In the imposing entryway at this luxury Chattarpur farm designed by Altus - Luxury Living, a sculptural chandelier is fittingly juxtaposed against a polished stone-finish ceiling.
Tip: When it comes to the wattage of multiple bulbs within a chandelier, a combined wattage of 23- to 40-watts in LED lamps is ideal and can make for an aesthetic impression.
Explore more of this palatial Chattarpur abode
13. Spotlight-embedded beams
Parallel beams fitted with golden spotlights can instantly add contemporary character to a pared-back doorway.
The open-air transitional space in this Bengaluru home by Advani and Associates serves as an outdoor passage to the swimming pool. The deep-blue walls, embellished with fish tails, are bathed in soft light from spotlights on the overhead beams.
Parallel beams fitted with golden spotlights can instantly add contemporary character to a pared-back doorway.
The open-air transitional space in this Bengaluru home by Advani and Associates serves as an outdoor passage to the swimming pool. The deep-blue walls, embellished with fish tails, are bathed in soft light from spotlights on the overhead beams.
14. Landscape highlights
Bestowing the landscape around the front door with lighting accents can create a dramatic and cohesive focal display.
A potpourri of lighting effects and accents come together to form a landscaped low-glare vignette in this manicured entryway. A lavish star pendant light and sweeping planter accent lights form a remarkable visual statement. These are complemented by delicate hanging wall lanterns, minimalist wall fixtures and outdoor garden lights, all of which craft an inviting scene of warmth.
Read more:
28 Gorgeous Door Designs From Across The World
9 Door Designs for a Traditional Welcome
Tell us:
Which of these lighting schemes would be the best match for your doorway? Tell us in Comments below.
Bestowing the landscape around the front door with lighting accents can create a dramatic and cohesive focal display.
A potpourri of lighting effects and accents come together to form a landscaped low-glare vignette in this manicured entryway. A lavish star pendant light and sweeping planter accent lights form a remarkable visual statement. These are complemented by delicate hanging wall lanterns, minimalist wall fixtures and outdoor garden lights, all of which craft an inviting scene of warmth.
Read more:
28 Gorgeous Door Designs From Across The World
9 Door Designs for a Traditional Welcome
Tell us:
Which of these lighting schemes would be the best match for your doorway? Tell us in Comments below.
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