You may think your front door is of little importance when it comes to the aesthetic of your house as a whole, but it can actually make quite the initial impression. Your front door is essentially the first taste of what your home is like and makes the impression of what’s inside before guests have even stepped through it. Some people will always remember “the house with the red door” or “the house that had the ironwork on the door” and that can become your home’s identifier.
So how can you make something as simple as the entrance to your house make such a big impression on your guests? Well, there are a few ways to go about it.
Colors
Modern homeowners are taking steps to accent their otherwise neutral exteriors with bright and bold identifying colors. A house that is grey or white may benefit from cool or sunny colors to set its doorways apart from its neighbor’s. You’ll always remember passing by the house with the bright green door rather than driving by the same row of brickwork houses.
Some realtors will even suggest staging homes for sale by painting with clever accents, including doorways as it sets your home apart. Potential buyers will remember your home even after their seventh viewing of the day.
We can also use custom stain colors to make your front door more traditional, yet elegant.
Interesting Door Knobs
Rather than your industry-standard metal knob, many homeowners are opting for more creative entry handles. Bronze or burnished knobs may add an elegant accent to your entryway, whereas modern homes may opt for a minimalist handle to achieve aYou may think your front door is of little importance when it comes to the overall aesthetic of your house, but it can actually make quite the first impression. Your front door is essentially the first indicator of what your home is like and gives guests a hint of what to expect even before they have stepped through it. Some people will always remember “the house with the red door” or “the house that had the ironwork on the door” and that can become your home’s identifier.
So how can you make something as simple as the entrance to your house so memorable and enticing? Well, there are a few ways to go about it.
Color
Modern homeowners are taking steps to accent their otherwise neutral exteriors with bright and bold identifying colors. A house that is grey or white may benefit from cool or sunny colors to set its doorways apart from the neighbor’s house. You’ll always remember passing by the house with the bright green door when driving by a row of otherwise similar brickwork houses.
Some realtors will even suggest staging homes for sale by painting entryways with clever accents—including doorways—as a way to set your home apart. Potential buyers will remember your home even after their seventh viewing of the day.
Not into bold, bright colors? You can also use custom stain colors for a front door that is traditional yet elegant and a little bit different than what everyone else has.
Interesting Door Knobs
Rather than your industry-standard metal knob, many homeowners are opting for more creative door knobs and handles. Bronze or burnished knobs may add an elegant accent to your entryway, whereas modern homes may opt for a minimalist handle to achieve a specific mood or feeling. If you’re a little old fashioned or you’re someone who likes historical architecture, you might decide on a knob or handle with designs or accents pressed into it.
Accessories
You might think the idea of accessorizing your doorway sounds silly, but that too can set your home apart from the other houses on your block or in your neighborhood. Simple welcome signs, wreaths, or any other identifying piece of decor can add a bit of flair to your home.
So, whether you’re decorating for every day or just a special occasion, little accents can do wonders to make guests feel welcomed as soon as they step onto your front porch. Such touches don’t need to be fancy. A welcome mat and some flowers in a bucket or planter beside the door can do wonders in setting your home apart and making it feel more inviting.
Door Size
Depending on the overall look of your home, a bigger front door might make the most sense. French doors are also an option to help your front door stand out.
certain aesthetic. If you’re a little old fashioned or you’re someone who likes historical architecture, you may even decide on a handle with designs or accents.
Accessories
I know it seems silly to accessorize your doorway, but that can also set you apart from the other houses on your block. Simple welcome signs, wreaths, or any other identifying piece can add a bit of flair to your home that personalizes it. Different doorway accouterments can help homeowners customize their home’s entryway.
So whether you’re decorating for every day or just a special occasion, little accents can do wonders to make guests feel welcome as soon as they step on your front porch. It doesn’t even have to be fancy. A welcome mat and some flowers in a bucket on the door can do wonders to set your home apart and help it feel more inviting.
Door Size
Depending on the overall look of your home, perhaps a bigger front door will make the most sense. French doors are also an option to help your front door stand out.
We Can Help
As part of your new custom home or existing home renovation/remodel we are happy to guide you in selecting the perfect front door for your home. We also have a team of designers who can help.
For more information, call us or click here to schedule your complimentary, no-obligation consultation.
