Thursday, May 19, 2011

Front doors - setting the tone

I think a front door of a house often sets the tone for the rest of the home. A beautiful door and surroundings makes the visitor look forward to what lies beyond.


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I love front doors that make a bit of a statement or add some character to a home. The slightly worn appearance of the above door adds to its appeal.

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They don't have to be huge or grand. The doorways below are fairly humble but have huge appeal.


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Greenery, whether more formal and symmetrical as in the picture below, or the more relaxed versions above also make a front entrance more inviting.


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The glimpse of the interior below looks as inviting as its front entrance promises.



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I love the iron work on the following two doors. I would love to add something like this to my front door.


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I am bravely showing you a picture of my front door. Do you agree - some pretty curvy ironwork would give it a little something? Make it less bland? I need your support to convince my husband!.

 


One thing I do love about my front door though, is my door handle. Isn't it pretty?



Have a wonderful weekend!

Till next time


Sharon x
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16 comments:

  1. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMay 19, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    I agree Sharon, the way the front entrance looks definitely sets the tone of what's inside! And those where beautiful entrances, just like yours. Some scrolled ironwork over your glass would look BEAUTIFUL!! Enjoy your weekend, Martina

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  2. Leah - The Inside StoryMay 19, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Hi Sharon, all of these doors makes me want to see what's behind them. I love all of them. They hold a bit of mystery to me and are so inviting. Your doors are lovely also and i agree, some of that ironwork would look gorgeous on your doors. Leahxx

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  3. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMay 19, 2011 at 11:55 PM

    The second photo is my fave! I love an arched top door and if it's old wood, all the better!

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  4. PamelaMay 20, 2011 at 3:01 AM

    Great post Sharon!
    Isn't it wonderful to know you are not the only one who adores front doors? Who would think there are others like us out there!! I love all these doors!
    I love your doors and yes iron work in the glass would look fantastic.
    Do you know what my mom has on her front door? She has a wood door with the usual four panels but instead of a typical boring screen she found an old iron elevator door and had that installed in front!! It looks fabulous. Her front door is red and she spray painted this old iron door black. You know the kind of elevator door i mean? It used to fold up but they had it fixed so it stays extended. I wish i had a photo of it!

    Pamela xo

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  5. AnonymousMay 20, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    Dear Sharon,
    you are totally right. All these doors are so amazing. I love the one with roses all around, so French ...
    Have a great week-end.
    Bisou, Babi

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  6. AprendeconvaleMay 20, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    hahah dear Sharon , honestly speaking I adore your entrance door as it is! For me is perfect and elegant as you whole house!Kisses

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  7. O Celeiro 1May 20, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Good morning, as promised there at CASA, I have to return the visit he made beautiful and thank comentário.Seu blog is a dream!
    I also come to wish you a weekend full of peace and joy! CASA exists only because you saw there! Bj and thank you for caring!
    Valeria

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  8. under spanish mossMay 21, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    I love your door handle and lantern hanging over the door. Your door would be beautiful with iron work. I too love front doors.

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  9. Natasha @ Northern Light DesignMay 21, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    Hi Sharon,
    Thank you for leaving a comment on my blog - Northern Light - so that I was able to follow you back here! I see that we were both on the same wavelength :)

    Looking forward to reading more of your blog, and look forward to returning to RSA as well!

    Northern Light

    PS. Have family in Jo-burg.

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  10. LynneMay 21, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Hi Sharon!
    Your front door is lovely...The lamp looks like an old London gaslight. So Charming. I love the detail of the door handle as well!
    Have a lovely weekend!
    ~Lynne
    [w/l]

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  11. Marie ArdenMay 23, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Just found you and I love unique front doors also. One house I had I did a pink front door only one in entire town. I am your newest follower.

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  12. designchicMay 23, 2011 at 1:44 AM

    I completely agree, and these are wonderful images. They make you curious for what lies beyond...gorgeous!!

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  13. High Street CottageMay 23, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Hi Sharon, I love Front Doors too. These inspiration photos are awesome, so rustic and pretty. It's funny because my front door is the one thing I hated about my home when we bought it, and everyone else loves it. It's hand carved with pretty irises on it, but I want a simple traditional white or red front door I can hang a wreath on, a cottage feel.

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  14. chateaudelilleMay 24, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    I agree, your door handle is great. Im like you, I would like doors with a bit of wrought iron maybe even with glass that opens behind it to let in the breeze. Have a great week. Fiona

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  15. AnnMay 24, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    A wonderful door makes me excited and thrills me of what surprises that are inside... and lovely doors don't usually disappoint.

    Love the first three ones.

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  16. Stewart CookJuly 14, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    Hi Sharon - love your collection of doors! Have you seen the collection at http://www.classic-french-chateaux.co.uk/photo-gallery-of-doors ?

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