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Wall of doors advice

10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago

Does anyone have any advice for something interesting to do with this "wall of doors" I have an open floor plan and have this one corner with a number of doors. From left to right they are the main entry, garage, laundry and basement (with the cat door). All open into the room except for the laundry door. Art work over them? Paint? Leave as is? There is a small space between the main entry and garage where I could put something small.

Comments (14)

  • 10 years ago
    If you need a little drop zone by the entry, you could do a little shelf and/or hooks for keys and coats, and maybe a pretty little mirror. Other than that, I'd leave the area unadorned. It doesn't look empty or incomplete to me.
    sm1111 thanked baileysr
  • 10 years ago

    Paint them the same color as the wall to make them visually "disappear".

    sm1111 thanked Elaine Doremus Resumes Written
  • PRO
    10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    What about painting the front entry door slab a dark color, possibly to match your dark brown furniture. This might help to emphasize the entry and might help with the look. This is just an idea - not sure if this will help. Hopefully you will get some more comments on this. Best of luck on your project!

    sm1111 thanked Glenview Doors
  • 10 years ago

    Thanks all. Glenview, I think what you see is a small rug inside the door. Elaine - would you also paint the trim around the door? I almost think that would look like I am trying to cover them up. Do you have an example picture? Have you tried it?


  • 10 years ago

    I would leave as is the photo viewing from the living rooms looks very peaceful. It flows and they blend in. Adding to them may just bring attention to them.

    sm1111 thanked User
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    I agree, I like it as is! The room surrounding the doors is beautiful.

    sm1111 thanked Bridget Borrison
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    You should definitely leave them as is. Putting art above them or painting them different colors will draw more attention to them. All the doors/woodwork should match (with the exception of the front door if you wanted that to be different). I would change out that light fixture and put something a little nicer there. That flush mount light looks like a builder grade fixture. There are some nice flush mount fixtures out there.

    sm1111 thanked Lindsay MacRae Interiors, LLC
  • 10 years ago

    Randy, I must have an evil twin, this is the first time I have ever posted a question. :(


  • 10 years ago

    Lindsay, a different light is a good suggestion to make the area more interesting.


  • PRO
    10 years ago
    last modified: 10 years ago

    I think if you added a new front door, all wood (similar in color to your cabinet and table) or wood and glass, it would dramatically change your space and would no longer look like a run of 4 identical doors, which is what I think is bothering you. Too much of the same look. You won't believe what a new front door will do for the look of your house, outside and in. A really beautiful entry will enhance your room. I also like maggys idea of a long runner in front of the three doors.

    sm1111 thanked Donna Walker, Artist
  • PRO
    10 years ago
    Do you have a floor plan?
  • PRO
    10 years ago

    Hello! What a beautiful home! Love the open layout. Regarding the laundry and basement doors you could consider sliding doors with our Box Rail Bypass Sliding Hardware. Repurposed doors paired with brushed Stainless Steel Bypass Box Rail would be attractive and functional. Our Galvanized or Powder Coated Bypass Box Rail would look great too. You might even be able to find a door (or embellish a door yourself) for the garage that would complement the sliding doors while meeting any applicable building codes. Consider doors with a vintage decor or doors that feature timeless design elements that work with the rest of the room. Have fun with your project and good luck!


    sm1111 thanked RealCraft
  • 10 years ago

    I was going to suggest changing up the light fixture, but Lindsay MacRae Interiors, LLC already had the same idea. The light fixture is just begging to be changed!

    Definite NO to the artwork above the doors. Art is best appreciated "eye level".

    Lovely home!

    sm1111 thanked Hamma