So, pivot doors need to be under a canopy or set back.' 6. 'This is because it’s impossible to completely seal a pivot door like a hinged door due to the way the hinge is situated and fitted. 'Pivot doors are truly a ‘Wow’ factor but they aren’t suitable for all properties.' advises Elizabeth. If you have fallen for a pivot design, there are a few things to consider, however. Or look into solid options like wood or aluminum. ![]() You could also opt for a decorative or semi-transparent glass if privacy would be an issue. Glazed pivot doors are the most popular design, allowing swathes of light to flow into a space and offering that really seamless feel between outdoors and in, so again if privacy isn't going to be an issue with your property, be inspired by this beautiful pivot door that almost blends into the home. Rather than being hinged to the side of a frame as traditional doors are, pivot doors rotate on a hinge that can be placed anywhere along the top and bottom of the door frame, making them really flexible. Pivot doors, with their super streamlined look and minimalist aesthetic, are growing in popularity and much like Crittall doors, we are seeing them shift from being used as internal doors to front doors. Or alternatively, you could create a similar vibe by adding Crittal windows or panels down each side of a solid door, so you have added privacy but still get that on-trend retro look, plus allow for plenty of light to flow into your hallway. Security could be an issue here, but if you have a gate, high hedges, or a second internal door you could for sure consider this glazed style. Now, whilst Critall doors look beautiful, they won't work for every home. And really they can work with any style of home from super modern to a period property, it just depends on whether you want to mix styles or keep things cohesive. While we so often see Crittall doors used internally or at the back of a home as part of a kitchen extension or renovation, it's only recently we are seeing them being used as front doors. Of course, we couldn't not include Crittall doors, they have been everywhere for the past few years and their popularity is only increasing. So once you have got your practical needs assessed, let's get into the exciting part of on-trend front door styles. Embrace the ever-growing love of Crittall-style For instance, some of our clients need doors that meet Passive Haus standard (houses that maintain a temperature of 18-21degrees without heating or airconditioning) so we supply them with doors at 98mm thick which meet this standard but this would not be suitable or needed for a standard English domestic home in the suburbs.' 3. 'All of these questions can help you decide the level of performance your door needs to achieve for you. Elizabeth recommends asking yourself these questions: 'Do you need your door to provide a high level of insulation? Does the door need to be easy to maintain over time? Do you want a door that blocks out sound due to being on a busy road? Does the door need to be accessible friendly or easy to maneuver a wheelchair through? Does the door need to fit into a glass wall?' Something to be considering alongside deciding on style is practicalities – insulation, accessibility, front door security, etc. Consider the practicalities of your front door It’s nearly always your first-ever choice which is the best choice!' 2. 'Consider using mood boards and finding images of houses like yours online with a contemporary door so you have something as a reference. 'If you are updating the whole frontage, make sure you choose windows, roof, door all at the same time so they work together to update the building.' 'If you are just updating the door, make sure the choice of material is just as important as the design and function.' But there are a few rules that can help this decision.' continues Elizabeth. Saying that though, a lot of the time choosing a design is a personal thing – everyone has different tastes and opinions. 'For instance, Victorian houses really suit our Porto design which is a classic vertical boarded design but they wouldn’t suit our very contemporary designs like Root or Sorrento. So be smart with your choice, make sure it’s a contemporary classic design and also that it improves the overall look – as it's easy to update but actually reduce the saleability of the house and its charm.' advises Elizabeth Assaf Designer at Urban Front. 'I’m of the opinion that contemporary doors do suit traditional homes but it just depends on the door design and the era of the house.
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