Gleaming Brazilian chestnut floors greet guests as they enter the front hall of HGTV Dream Home 2010. Tongue-and-groove pine ceiling, decorative beams inspired by traditional vigas and smoke bell lanterns complete the look.

Plinths, custom-built by a local mill, flank the entry and complement the natural wood ceilings.

The sole decoration in the front entry, baskets provide a “quiet announcement of the entrance,” says interior designer Linda Woodrum.

A spiraling pattern in the coiled bowl basket provides just a hint of texture and subtle color variation.