I would add rod pocket sheer to match your sidelights. I think the film will look cheap and funny. The sheers will give a consistent look.

You say you like the light, but since you have sidelights, you could replace the door with a full paneled wood door - which could still look very classic.

Thanks! I'm leaning towards the rod pocket for the reason you said, but I want to make sure there's not an idea out there I'm not thinking of. I like the look of a full paneled door too, but our door is original to the 100 year old house and it's actually quite cool, I'd hate to get rid of it.

Frosted film has come a long way. When applied correctly, it looks fine and allows light while obscuring the view in.

I agree then. Keep the door.

You could also look for a privacy film that is applied to the sidelights and door.

Whatever you decide I would keep it consistent.

The sheers look nice and in keeping with a 100 year house.

Thank you for the input! We do have the opportunity to get a new storm door - would you think a storm door with rain glass do the trick, or is this just adding another element of complexity to the design?

Keep the storm door plain glass. You don't want to put a shower door in front of your old, nice wood door.

Our house has something even more open than yours, we leave them open but our front is walled & our house is contemporary & I’m not a curtain fan. . Some neighbors have opted for film, looks fine if done correctly.

Yes, I agree that if it were only the entry way a person could see, I wouldn't be so concerned. Thanks for your input!

Could you contact a glass company and see if they could replace the glass planes with privacy glass similar to these pics?

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Based on our experience, replacing the glass can be very pricey.

Another option that has not been mentioned is spray window frost. Very economical. Rustoleum has it.

Home Depot sells all sorts of decorative window films. They apply with water spray, no adhesive. If you applied one and later decided you didn't like it, you could remove it and try something else.

I'm with everyone else who said window film. It's inexpensive, looks good and is super easy to do.

Thanks for all your comments. For those saying window film, have you done this on beveled panes with success? I think that makes it more complicated?