Finding the right door styles for your home starts with knowing what’s out there beyond the basics. Upgrading your home’s doors is a simple way to enhance its appearance. You can choose from a variety of styles, including traditional and contemporary — the latter offering a sleek, minimalist design that complements modern homes.
When it comes to the entrance of your home, high-quality doors are the key. They provide a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor spaces while contributing to your home’s energy efficiency and security. From classic paneled doors to minimalist flush options, our team can help you choose the right door to complement your home’s aesthetic and design style.
Traditional Style
Traditional doors offer symmetrical, proportional designs that seamlessly complement most homes. They can be further customized with features like arched tops and detailed panels to enhance their appearance. Wooden doors are a popular choice within this style, especially for homeowners who prefer the natural beauty of real wood. They can be further enhanced with decorative elements like true divided lites for a classic, period-appropriate look.
Contemporary Style
Contemporary doors favor clean lines and a minimalist aesthetic, often with flush panel designs or large areas of glass, making them a natural fit for newer or recently renovated homes. They pair especially well with fiberglass or aluminum-clad construction, which can achieve that sleek look while still delivering strong energy performance.
Craftsman Style
Craftsman doors typically feature a row of small glass panes across the top third of the door above solid wood panels below, echoing the bungalow architecture the style is known for. They pair naturally with sidelights and a covered porch for that classic early-1900s look, and complement Craftsman-style windows if you’re updating your home’s exterior together.
Colonial Style
Colonial doors are defined by a symmetrical, often six-panel design, frequently flanked by sidelights and topped with a decorative transom or pediment. This style suits homeowners looking for a formal, classic entrance that matches the divided-light grid pattern found in Colonial-style windows.
Farmhouse Style
Farmhouse doors favor a simple, rustic look — shiplap-style paneling or clean plank construction, usually finished with black or matte hardware. A small glass window insert is common, but the emphasis stays on understated, functional design rather than ornamentation.
Mediterranean and Spanish Style
Mediterranean-style doors feature an arched top and decorative wrought-iron accents or grille inserts, often paired with warm wood tones or a distressed finish. This style works especially well with stucco exteriors and terracotta roofing. These doors are often built from solid wood for a substantial, heavy feel that echoes traditional Spanish colonial construction. Decorative glass inserts are common additions, giving the entrance both character and a touch of old-world craftsmanship.
French Style
French doors are mostly glass, divided into multiple panes, and are often installed in pairs to create a bright, elegant entrance. They’re a strong choice for homeowners who want to maximize natural light right at the front of the house.
Find the Right Door Styles for Your Home
Murray Window Replacement can help you find the right door style to complement your home. Contact us or call (385) 786-6447 to schedule a consultation.