“A common design problem occurs when the northern exposure of a site faces the street. An enclosed courtyard between the street and the house fits perfectly with such a site.” The courtyard has a sleek minimal look from the street and acts as a visual filter to the interior. At night, the house lights throw the angles and openings of the walls into striking silhouette.
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There are two options. The first is to paint the inside of the door to match the other doors inside the house so that it blends in. Alternatively, if the exterior colour works well with your interior, carry it through and make the door stand out as a feature inside as well.
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