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Distinctly Montana Fall 2013

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bb bb door The majesty of this two-story entryway is reiterated by the noble bison waiting to greet all who enter. ToadNWillow, Designers. According to Richard Garwood, owner of Montana Sash and Door and Mountain High Woodworks in Bozeman, "The main entrance is the host's first opportunity to make guests feel welcome and to set the stage for the character of their home. The entry doors play an integral part in creating this ambiance and can either blend in or stand out, complementing the design and aesthetics of the home." Several examples from Garwood's portfolios include majestic, dramatic entryways featuring massive stonework surrounding custom doors designed and built by both companies. The combination of stone, heavy wood, and glasswork can set a mood of royalty, stability, even of antiquity regardless of newness of construction. 46 If rustic is more your speed, you could garner ideas from a foyer interior designed by Design Associates of Bozeman where barn-esque wood was used to frame walls of windows, a barn door hangs on a rail, and organic décor abounds. Because of the abundance of windows, the feeling is open and welcoming—inviting guests to come in… or go out…with equal attraction. The homeowner's personality can truly shine through a doorscape, whether by architectural design or by seasonal decorating (or both). Location of the home and family lifestyle also contribute to the configuration of an entryway. For example, a home for which Hunter and Company in Whitefish was the interior designer can only be accessed in D I ST I NCT LY M ONTANA • FALL 2013

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