Door styles in trend going into 2021
Tuesday, 23 February 2021
Your choice of doors for your home are one of the most important ways of finishing your design concept. From size to style to colour, doors hold the power to tie together the scheme of your home. They’re a contact point which everyone sees at close quarters, so it’s important to remember detail and feel. However, when seen at a distance, a front door is a wonderful way of expressing your individuality. So which door styles are in trend or up and coming as we move through 2021?
Exterior Doors
The gateway from the outside in, your exterior doors should be capable of creating an impression, while remaining practical and functional. This is no simple task. An exterior door is an investment and should be chosen for durability and security as much as for aesthetics. So the key is in finding a balance of function and trend.
To the front
Your front door, then, is the first thing to catch the eye of visitors, and the first thing to welcome you home. So it’s important that your choice of door is not just on trend but also brings you joy. So what are the looks to watch in 2021?
Extra wide doors
If you have the space for width, then use it! A wide front door brings gravitas and depth to the front of your home. When you can create an impression with your front door, why not make it a big one? Using the whole width of your hallway isn’t just a fashionable choice, though, it’s practical as well. From shopping to buggies, coming and going becomes that bit more straightforward. An alternative to one single wide door is double front doors, which are a popular choice to fill the space.
Minimalist lines
You’ll have noticed from just walking around your local area an increase in minimalist front doors. These clean clear lines remain on trend, but how do you get it right? Contemporary looks demand long lines. So avoid small panels and go for full length grooves. These are not only a clean look, but they make your door appear taller and more imposing. Reflect these lines with long stainless steel pull bars.
Glazing
If you want your front door to diffuse natural light into your hallway (which many of us do!) your choice of glazing can feel daunting. There are a huge number of options, so where to start? Trends for contemporary front door styles work best with unfussy angles and smooth lines. So look at smaller square glass panels. These support the sleek line of the door whilst still bringing in a good amount of sunlight.
Colours
From wood finish and white to a kaleidoscope of colours, this decision shouldn’t be taken lightly. Door trends continue to embrace colour. However you can do this without falling into the trap of making your front door feel dated in a few years time. While composite material front doors may be available in your favourite colour, be that duck egg blue or aubergine purple, you should base your selection on what fits for your home. Think of the colour of the frontage; try neutrals and pastels if the brickwork is bright. Also look at your window frames and decide if you want to complement or contrast these with your front door.
To the Rear
For external doors to the side or rear of a property, it’s all about the merging of space as we move into 2021. Whether your home backs onto a substantial garden or a lofty balcony, the relationship between inside and outside is paramount in home design trends.
Bi-Fold
Bi-fold doors have been popular for years and it’s easy to see why. These really open out your living area directly into your garden, so looking forward to the milder days of Spring and Summer you can see the benefits. If the weather’s horrid, then bi-folds allow maximum natural light into your home as they have larger glass surfaces than traditional patio doors. This trend is set to stick around, since these doors are durable, easy to use and look great. There really is no downside!
Sliding
If your space or budget cuts out bi-fold doors, sliding patio doors are popular external solutions to your garden. Sliding door trends are moving to a retro contemporary feel with many people choosing Crittal-style panelled sliding doors. These are statement doors which give your space a unique and exotic look.
French Doors
Balconies, small spaces and cottage gardens will always benefit from period trends when it comes to external doors. French doors remain on trend for these spaces where a more gentle whimsical style is appropriate.
Performance
Of course, it’s not just about the look. The eco and security performance of a door has become increasingly important to consumers. So, which are the key materials that you come across when you select new doors in 2021? Materials now can be highly engineered, allowing doors to look great whilst still offering peak performance.
Glass
Toughened and engineered glass make the external doors to our homes both thermally efficient and significantly secure. So you need not worry about compromising insulation or security when you consider the aesthetics of glass panelling in doors.
uPVC
uPVC is a material that is reliably thermal and now that you can choose from a range of colours other than white, is more aesthetically versatile than it’s ever been!
Wood replacement
Timber replacement systems like Residence 9 so accurately replicate the appearance of wooden doors that they are accepted by many planning authorities. So it’s easy to see why they have shot ahead in popularity.
Interior Doors
When it comes to the internal doors of your home, should you paint them, treat them, keep them consistent or match them to the room? Internal door trends are becoming more experimental and expressive. Tone the door to your room colour scheme for the latest look. The great thing about internal doors is that they are far easier to strip or paint over to follow your interior style, so decisions can be more temporary.
The best way to choose doors to your home is to browse the styles available. Just get in touch with us to learn more.