After spending the last couple of years at home due to the pandemic, people have turned a critical eye toward the space where they've been spending the majority of their time, and as they view their space with fresh eyes, they are rethinking the way the space works for them as well as how it looks aesthetically.
"People are now prioritizing the way they feel within their space, so why not remodel to make it everything they need it to be?" – Sarah, owner of Real Architecture.
How do you feel about this 12' x 7' California all-glass garage door? The clean Black finish with the clear glass is perfect for shedding light on a space for relaxing.
Many people have a favourite architectural style; do you?
When you are remodeling or even building a home, it's helpful to be aware of the latest trends in architecture and design features. Fads come and go, and the popular home exterior styles can change quickly. Four styles seem to be at the top of the home exterior stylebook currently. Let's look at what those are.
The Transitional Style
Flush design garage doors in Black beautifully accent this Transitional Style home design created by Anne Paquet Design.
"Rather than look for a specific design style, homeowners are steering toward an elegant style that will remain beautifully timeless." – Ashley, at Anne Paquet Design.
Transitional Style, also referred to in some circles as classic modern, is a timeless exterior style that many homeowners seem to find appealing. Transitional Style is a blend of modern and traditional elements.
The Transitional colour palette features warm, natural shades like brown, beige, warm white, and gray. In areas where wood is used, designers and home builders opt for a white oak to accent the warm shades of the colour palette. This design is known for simple, symmetrical lines.
This Moderno 2 beads design, 12' 6" x 9', garage door is constructed with simple lines that fit the Transitional Style perfectly. The colour choice here is a Black door with Azur windows.
The Flush or Moderno 2 beads garage doors feature clean lines and a sleek look that perfectly complement the Transitional Style architecture in these homes.
The Modern Style
Notice this Modern Style home designed by Anne Paquet Design features California full-view garage doors. The garage doors feature a black frame that echoes the design of the window frame. The sandblasted glass panes give much-needed privacy while still allowing natural light to pass into the home.
Boxy houses are no longer trendy. Now, homeowners want mixed proportions, asymmetrical visual elements, and the illusion of an energized home. Using asymmetry of height and depth as a design element helps to avoid the feeling of a box while giving that energized feeling.
Modern Style homes are usually found in neutral tones of gray, white, and black. To warm up that neutral palette, designers and home builders lean toward warm blonde wood or stone accents. These design elements give the Modern Style a Scandinavian feel. Large windows let natural light through and add flair to the exterior.
Have you ever noticed the clean, exclusive feel that coordinating garage and entry doors provide? If you appreciate that look, the Vog garage door from Garaga perfectly complements Novatech’s entry door.
Vog, Moderno multi, or Grooved designs give a modern flair to complement a Modern style home. If you want your garage to stand out, choose Iron Ore Walnut, Black, or Charcoal for your garage door colour palette. The Iron Ore Walnut is the look of rich walnut mixed with an intense gray, in case you were wondering.
The Farmhouse & Modern Farmhouse Styles
The Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse styles are two styles that are still trending, and designers say people will continue to gravitate toward them for a while longer.
The Modern Farmhouse Style house seen here is a design from plan created by Plan Image # 22001. The double garage door featured on this home is from the Townships Collection by Cambridge CM design; notice that the garage door is approximately half of the front of the home. The lighting over the garage and the warm wooden tones in the porch pillars gives a modern quality to the charming farmhouse base. The contrasting black and white colour palette and aesthetically pleasing garage door provide stunning curb appeal.
If you prefer modern design or a rustic look, the Modern Farmhouse Style is a good mix of the two. This style has been deemed the most popular in the year 2022. The Modern Farmhouse Style blends the classic farmhouse with sleek, subdued elements and a neutral colour palette of whites, grays, and black. You can clearly see elements of three styles here: Modern, Scandinavian, and Country.
Discover Which 14 Best Garage Door Designs Complement Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse Styles
If the Farmhouse of Modern Farmhouse style is your favourite, these garage doors will be appealing to you. They remind you of the swinging doors of the past. The doors were created using R-16 insulated steel doors with PVC overlays attached to them. This method gives a woodlike charm without any of the negative qualities associated with wooden doors. The doors are available in 10 colours and a choice of four overlays. Three of the most popular colors are Black, Ice White, and Charcoal. The overlays are available in designs shaped like an I-, an A-, an X-, or a V-.
What do you think of the tone-on-tone look of this Farmhouse Style home? The beautiful Princeton P-21 are the star of this home's front view. Design Credit: Shoana Jensen | Photo Credit: Arthur Mola
The popular Farmhouse Style is complemented nicely by a garage door featuring decorative overlays from the Townships Collection. Or, a Princeton P-12 door in Black on a white Farmhouse Style home would add a beautiful contrasting touch. Another option is to create a tone-on-tone look that allows the lines of the house to shine as architectural interest. This can be done by choosing an Ice White garage door.
HousePlans offers various plans featuring Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse style homes.
The Scandinavian Style
Black around the windows and front door contrasts beautifully with the blond wood of this typical Scandinavian Style house plan, created by Sarah Moore of Real Architecture. Notice the gable and beams mirror the shape of the triangular window and the roof's slope. The perfect garage door for this style home will have sleek lines with a few magnificent stand-out elements.
The home seems to beckon you to come inside and relax within its cottage-like walls that could just as easily house a spa as a home.
The California, Cambridge CL, Shaker-Modern XL, or Flush garage door designs coordinate wonderfully with a Scandinavian Style home. Your garage door choice should accentuate the positive design elements of your home. In Scandinavian style, you will find warm, light colours that can be found in nature. Unfinished wood, some of which will likely still have knots in it, is one of the preferred design features of the Scandinavian style. Garage doors in a dark color like Charcoal or Blackwork go nicely with the preferred Scandinavian colour palette.
Materials and colours that are common in all 4 home styles
Using raw materials like wood and stone together helps to bring style to your home. You'll find that there is a variety of exterior materials available. With soft, neutral colours, the textures of the raw material will add character to the house and break the monotony of the design.
● Vinyl, cedar shingles, brick, and stone. Bright, bold colours like red, blue, or yellow have faded from popularity. Obviously, you don't have to run right out and redo all the colours on your home, particularly if you absolutely love your bold, bright colours. If you happen to be changing your exterior colours, the current wisdom says subtle is the way to go.
● Fiber cement panels and planks. You will be more likely to find these planks in a Farmhouse and Scandinavian-style houses. They are made from a mixture of cement and cellulose fibers. This composition helps them to resist humidity.
● Wood inserts. Do you want to instantly warm your home's appearance? Add wood. The richness of a wood addition to these style homes makes them feel more inviting. Arches fall into the everything old is a new category of architecture. If you choose the blond wood, you will exhibit a modern natural look or even Scandinavian.
● If you like for everything to match, including the garage doors. See our FAQ about GENTEK and ROYAL colours.
Do you love the look of wood without the additional maintenance required to keep it looking its best? We have garage doors with overlays that look like custom-made wood doors. Here are 8' x 7' Princeton P-23 garage doors with Chocolate Walnut doors and overlays.
Now that you've seen the different garage door styles, do you know which you like the best? Next, you should think about choosing appropriate insulation for your space.
When choosing your garage doors, consider the proximity of the garage to your most well-loved spaces. A well-insulated door will help you to stay comfortable while you are inside your home. Well-insulated garage doors will help keep the costs of heating and cooling more manageable too.
Princeton P-12 garage doors feature R-16 insulation. The 8-lite panoramic window feature helps to keep the garage lit with natural light. The doors shown here are in Iron Ore Walnut and feature Ice White overlays. The doors are also available in all Ice White or all Black.
The garage doors you choose will affect the efficiency the higher the R-value. The better your garage door is insulated, the more likely it is to successfully keep the cold and heat out.
Proudly made in Canada, Garaga garage doors have been manufactured to handle the temperature differences that are common in Canada. They feature all-weather seals, joints between sections, and bottom rubber to help to prevent air from escaping through the garage doors.
Who better than Canadians to know that building well-insulated garage doors will provide a return on investments within a few years?
Do you strive to have energy-efficient products in your home? Standard+ Construction and the Townships Collection Construction are recommended for the high-performance rating of the R-16 insulation.
Aren't the glass California doors beautiful? We think so!
Glass garage doors that provide a full view of the outside world may not be as well-insulated as a typical garage door, which didn’t stop this homeowner from Montreal from using a California garage door to complete her home office. The light that streams in through the door is beautiful and warms up the room enough to allow her to grow her indoor plants in the space.
The aluminum that these all-glass doors are created from makes a good thermal conductor. So California doors, while not offering the same levels of insulation as those insulated with polyurethane foam, provide beautiful interior spaces. They bring in natural light and are naturally resistant to corrosion. You choose the best garage door for you!
Now it's time to make your choice. Are you ready to choose the perfect garage door?
Upgrading the garage door is Top 3 renovations projects that provide the best resale value.
There are so many garage door choices available that it can seem like an overwhelming task. This is a big purchase that you aren't likely to repeat often. That's why there are garage door specialists available to consult with you about your choice of garage doors for your home.
Call Dor-Co Garage Doors' passionate team at 519-737-6915 in Oldcastle or at 519-352-5200 in Chatham.
A quality garage door can last 25 years. Making the right choice is crucial to having a beautiful garage space that adds beauty to the front of your home. Speaking with a professional can turn the tide of your renovation for the better.
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