Fabulous Front Doors!

 Check out the latest post I wrote for Cornelius designer, Starr Miller, of StarrMiller Interior Design. Journey with us as we explore the finest of front doors.

 

Make a great first impression with a fabulous front door! The front door can set the tone for the entire home and even act as a decorative piece in the overall entryway design.

Here we see a custom piece that adds depth and character to the space. The beautiful door has a rustic finish and a custom transom that fits the unique size of the entryway. The deep brown grounds the space, adding earthiness to the peach walls and the vibrant rug, while creating a sense of continuity with the armoire. The intensity of the door also brings out the darker tones of the painting as well.

 

For a simpler look, add a pop of color! This door and transom adds a bit of whimsy to an otherwise white brick wall and the bright orange tone works wonders with the green plant pots. A beautiful example of how the right hue can uplift the curb appeal of the home.

 

Elegant and Dramatic. This front door screams of drama with its intricacy and detail. The door maintains its high-end appeal through the complexity of the design, yet the black and white color palette allow it to avoid looking gaudy and overdone. With a door this fancy, you’d think we were on our way to meet the Queen of England!

 

For drama of a different flavor, try this door from Prague. Old and obscure, the matched patterning of the door and wall create astounding impact. The small window in the middle of the door gives a gothic feel, and the handle adds even more character. When you’re ready to return to old world Europe, try a style as influential as this one.

 

Back to the suburbs! Take a break from all the drama with simple elegance. This front door would look great on just about any home, yet the three square windows add just enough flair and personality to make it look anything but cookie cutter. The balance created by the three squares offers a safe and inviting entry to a warm home.

 

Again we find some drama – this time in the form of plants! The large cacti create drama and visual interest, yet paired with the two lanterns, we find balance. The door itself is a beautiful pink daisy color, which works so well with the cacti and the white walls surrounding the doors. The Avant-garde opening of the door lets visitors know they are entering a space entirely new to their design sensibilities.

 

The carvings in this front door are incredibly beautiful, and add a new dimension to what can be done with a door. The front door above is warm in tone and the decorative carvings let you know you are embarking on a home you won’t forget.

The carvings in this front door are incredibly beautiful, and add a new dimension to what can be done with a door. The front door above is warm in tone and the decorative carvings let you know you are embarking on a home you won’t forget.

For one last take on the front door, try a glass one! This is a modern version of the front door, with a slim trim and great height. Perfect for a summer home, this door invites guests in from the heat and offers a perfect entry point to a fabulously modern home!