Enhancing your entrance: Door entrance design ideas
Your front door is the first thing visitors notice about your home, and getting the design right creates a welcoming atmosphere while adding value to your property.
Whether you’re planning a complete refresh or simply exploring options for a new door, understanding the key elements of door entrance design will help you make informed decisions that transform your home’s exterior.
Choosing the perfect door style
The range of door styles available today means you can create exactly the look you’re after. Modern composite front doors offer incredible versatility, from sleek contemporary designs to the look of a traditional timber door – but with superior durability and little maintenance required.
Start by considering your home’s architectural character. Period properties often suit classic panel designs, while newer builds can carry off bold contemporary toplight glass designs beautifully. The beauty of working with a composite door designer is that you’re not limited to standard options. You can create unique doors of distinction that reflect your personal taste.
Glass designs that make a statement
Door glass is where personality really shines through. The variety of glass styles available means you can balance privacy with natural light perfectly. Obscured glass offers seclusion without blocking brightness, while clear glass panels create an open, airy feel.
Consider the available toplight options too. A well-chosen toplight floods your hallway with natural light and makes your entrance feel more spacious. Our interactive door builder lets you experiment with different glass configurations until you find your dream door design.
What should I consider when selecting side panels?
Side panels transform the entire look of your entrance and flood your hallway with light. You can choose between matching composite side panels or full glass sidelights – from clear to bespoke options that can even include letters or numbers for a personalised touch.
Choose from the full range of all side panel options to complement your chosen door glass and create a cohesive design that suits your home’s proportions and style.
Frame colours that complete the look
Your door frame deserves as much attention as the door itself. The composite door frame colours you choose should complement both your door design and your home’s exterior. Popular choices include classic white, sophisticated anthracite grey and timeless black.
Grey composite doors have become particularly popular in recent years, offering a contemporary feel that works with almost any property style. The key is ensuring your frame colours create visual harmony with your brickwork, windows and overall exterior palette.
And if you don’t see the perfect frame colour in our standard range, we also offer colourmatch frames – meaning we can paint the frame to complement your chosen door colour perfectly. This not only enhances the overall design but can also make your entrance appear larger and more cohesive.
Beyond the door: Completing your entrance
The perfect door needs the right supporting cast. Consider these finishing touches:
- Lighting: Well-placed lighting creates ambience and improves security
- Door numbers: Clear, stylish numbers add functionality and flair
- Porch features: A canopy or full porch protects your entrance and adds architectural interest
- Threshold details: A quality threshold provides the perfect finish. Threshold colour options include silver, gold and black
Performance matters too
While aesthetics matter, your new composite door must perform. Modern GRP composite doors deliver exceptional thermal performance and energy efficiency, keeping your home comfortable year-round. Advanced security features and a sophisticated locking system provide peace of mind, while superior build quality means your door will look stunning for many years to come.
Design your perfect front door today
Ready to transform your entrance? Our composite door designer makes it simple to explore the wide range of external doors available and visualise different combinations.
Browse our complete range of styles, experiment with the full range of side panel options and discover which custom door design speaks to you. When you find the right door, our team will guide you through every step – from initial design to professional installation.
Get in touch today and start creating an entrance that makes you proud every time you come home.