Come on in. That’s the phrase you want your front door to embody — a feeling of hospitality, community and friendship. With an array of styles and different options for decor, we asked Antonia Marinucci, owner of the Architetta, and Halle Baran, designer and stylist behind Sil & Park Interiors, to give us a door design that is both expressive and welcoming.
“We were aiming for a modern traditional look that should lend well to a lot of different architectural styles,” says Marinucci. “We wanted to lay a neutral foundation with high-quality pieces and layer in textures, patterns and color for personality.”
1. Door
Available in a variety of different woods, this classic-looking door features a straight-line panel design that is durable and long-lasting. Marinucci and Baran opted to paint it Sherwin-Williams’ Inkwell, a black with strong blue undertones. Andersen Arts & Craft Door, $2,669, clevelandlumber.com; Duration Exterior Acrylic Latex Paint ($90 per gallon), sherwin-williams.com
2. Porch Light
Hinkley Sag Harbor Lantern, $269, hinkley.com
3. Lanterns
Arhaus Malawi Lanterns, $109 & $129, arhaus.com
4. Rugs Baran recommends using two different rugs to create a layered look. Start with a patterned style like this black-and-white gingham mat and match it with a simple, smaller brown mat with a snappy greeting to usher your guests in. Dash & Albert Tattersall Black Indoor/Outdoor Rug, $54-$1,472, annieselke.com; McGee & Co. Well, Come On In Doormat, $68, mcgeeeandco.com
5. Door Hardware
Baldwin Hardware Baltimore Entrance Trim in Venetian Bronze,$345, clevelandlumber.com
6. House Numbers
Rejuvenation Jerico Burnished Antique House Numbers, Rejuvenation, $60, rejuvenation.com
7. Wreath
Baran says a floral hoop can add a little personality to any entranceway — with the right touch. This handmade wreath from Lorraine’s Cottage pops with deep autumnal colors balanced out with pinks, blues and whites. Lorraine’s Cottage Fall Vibrant Floral Wreath, $260, lorrainescottage.com
