Doors play a vital role in the overall design of a house. The earliest origin of doors was found in Ancient Egypt. Randomly shaped wood slabs were fitted with hinges for this purpose. The Greeks and Romans, however, used many different styles of doors. These included single, double, folding and sliding ones. The doors we use today have undergone a myriad of décor, stylistic and pattern-related changes. They play the dual role of maintaining privacy and safety, while boosting the aesthetic and curb appeal of a home.
The market size of this product was valued at $140.5 billion in 2020 alone and is expected to grow at a CAGR of around 5.4% from 2021 to 2027. Homeowners today are extremely conscious about color, materials and overall functionality. Plus, they can choose from a huge variety, such as double pocket, frosted, glazed, transparent, revolving, Dutch, French and swing doors. Below are a few hot trends that have risen to popularity this year and are likely to continue to rule door trends.
Door Themes
You can also pick from themes like natural warmth, functionality or sustainability. Work with a leading custom door company, where experts can walk you through all-glass options, material types, styles and finishing touches. It will help you maintain the overall design flow of the home, while aligning the door with the interior and exterior look and feel. You can also go bold with themes since front doors are undergoing major design evolutions. Deep vibrant hues (blues and greens), motifs, embellishments and patterned films are much loved these days.
Types of Openings
Large sliding panels, wall-mounted, hinged, traditional molded panels and pivot doors are a few of the most popular trends. Each one serves a different purpose while boosting the resale value of the home. For example, sliding glass doors are ideal for small rooms. They allow ample natural light and do not occupy space. Pivot doors open on both sides due to its 360 degrees axis rotation and offer convenience.
Door Colors
A door makeover is often just a simple splash of paint. Take your pick from charcoal grey, petroleum blue, emerald green or wine red but avoid plain white. Classics like gloss black can also offer a dramatic appearance. But make sure they are a good match with the existing wall colors. Try to be strategic in choosing the color. If your door area is dark, use a light neutral color that will light it up. Earthy and muddy tones are ideal choices if you wish to keep it conservative. Look around and take inspiration from neighbors to make sure your home does not strikingly stand out on the street.
Material Choices
Wood is the topmost choice of homeowners due to its unmatched reputation. Pick from oak, teak, polar, walnut and sal wood. These offer high durability and security. These are hard and have a flamboyant grain finish. Go for slimmer frames to keep them from looking bulky. You can repaint and trim them whenever required. You can also consider timber doors since they are inherently strong and allow ample light to enter the house. Avoid softer wood like fir, cypress and pine.
Make sure the door is a well fit for the home’s period style. For example, Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco themes must have the appropriate door to add to complete the look. Add a doormat, clean the front patio and add some plants to compliment the entryway.
