In a private house or apartment, the lobby is intended to receive guests or visitors who will be waiting for the owners, so it should be arranged with great glamor and comfort. This area is a transition to the living rooms, it should differ in finish, be quite spacious and demonstrate the personal style of the owners.
Modern lobby designs for the house allow you to make the room cozy and at the same time emphasize the luxury of the rest of the dwelling. Various techniques and secrets are used for this purpose.
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The importance of a well-designed lobby in Dubai
The lobby sets the tone for all other rooms and helps form the first impression of the rest of the home. This room reflects the refined taste and even character of the owners, so it should be aesthetically pleasing and functional at the same time.
Everything in the lobby area should be ready to receive guests: comfortable furniture for resting, cozy little things and decor elements, eye-pleasing shades and materials.
Popular lobby design styles in Dubai
Interior design project in Dubai often includes the following styles of lobby design: minimalism, japandi, loft, high-tech, Provence, shabby chic, Scandinavian, country, art deco, modern. We will dwell on some of them in more detail.
What are the features of lobby design in the UAE? Large open spaces with plenty of light are used, modern technologies are implemented everywhere, and only high quality and natural materials are used for finishing.
Simplified and elegant designs
Now at the peak of popularity are simple and refined lobby interior designs that do not flaunt wealth, but look very solid and expensive.
Minimalism — implies simplicity, elegance and functionality. The lobby is decorated mainly in light colors, no excessive decorative details are allowed.
Japandi is a mix of Japanese and Scandinavian traditions. Simple shapes, soft calm tones, ecological materials, squat forms are welcomed.
Art Deco — characterized by the use of geometric patterns and ethnic ornaments, the absence of bright colors, the use of expensive finishes (natural stone, ivory, precious wood).
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Industrial and rustic touches
Design ideas for the lobby of a large house often include loft-style decorating. The main characteristics: maximum free space, bare brick or concrete walls without finishing, modern works of art.
And for small one-storey cottages it is suitable to decorate in the style of Provence or country.
Provence — cute and cozy simplicity, rustic tranquility of the French province. Pastel shades prevail in the decoration, lots of fresh flowers and cute trinkets.
Country — the simplicity of a country house combined with modern trends. Here there are already saturated shades: brown, olive, coral, blue. Lots of wooden furniture and decorative elements.
Modern and reflective spaces
High-tech is a functional and technical design trend. Halls are decorated in cold and simple colors, contain shiny surfaces. No excesses — a minimum of furniture and decor. The introduction of new technologies is welcomed.
Futurism in the lobby interior is a functional and ergonomic space. Its characteristic features: modern technology and materials, unusual neon or LED lighting, asymmetrical outlines of furniture, windows and doors.
Choosing the right lobby furniture in Dubai
The main furniture for the lobby: a sofa for cozy waiting. But it can be successfully replaced by a pair of armchairs, complemented by a small table. Closets and bulky closets for clothes are a thing of the past. They are hidden in the walls.
The design of the sofa in the hall should correspond to the style of design. For example, for minimalism and high-tech is suitable monochrome furniture of a simple shape without armrests, for rustic trends — a cozy sofa of light colors with a discreet pattern, for japandi — a low sofa with a backrest of gray, beige or white.
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Use of color and lighting in Dubai lobbies
In small lobbies, it is advisable to use recessed lights, elegant sconces or concealed light sources. You can install floor lamps next to armchairs or sofas.
In a large entrance hall, a multi-level chandelier looks most advantageous. For industrial and modern styles, spotlights or pendant lights with a laconic design are suitable.
A simple lobby color is a good solution, the room should not carry a visual load. A contrasting color is acceptable for the door. You can accentuate it by adding a bright color to the lighting.
Decorating your lobby in Dubai
Be sure to add decorative elements to your home lobby design, but overdo it a lot.
Adding greenery and indoor plants
A little green plants in pots will not spoil the interior in any style. Ficus, dracaena, sansevieria, monstera, chamaedorea will do well. For japandi, eco-style, use bonsai.
In a spacious hallway, you can even arrange a small garden at the entrance or a phytowall.
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Incorporating art and decor
Mirrors, small statuettes, massive asymmetrical or abstract sculptures, collections of glassware and porcelain are used as decor for the lobby. An original solution is an aquarium in the whole wall.
Large paintings from contemporary artists are a good option for a spacious hallway.
Optimize the space in your lobby in Dubai
Functional space has been trending for several years now. The entrance lobby should not be cluttered with cupboards and hangers.
Solutions for small lobbies
Modules with integrated storage systems allow you to optimize space. Lightweight open shelves will also save space. Use multifunctional furniture: poufs and sofas with a storage compartment, console tables.
Mirrors will create the visual effect of a larger area.
Maximize the use of large areas
A large hall can be divided into several functional sectors: a lounge area, a checkroom, a place to meet guests and prepare for the exit. The space is zoned by furniture, architectural elements, different color design or finishing materials.
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Tips for lobby maintenance in Dubai
To keep your home’s beautifully decorated lobby looking its best for as long as possible, you should follow these maintenance tips:
- Regularly wipe the surfaces with a soft cloth.
- For wooden furniture, use a polish or a paste with natural wax.
- For chrome surfaces, use special products and rub them with chamois leather.
