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Arriving in style – 2022 front door designs

It’s the centrepiece of any exterior, the threshold between the outside world and your private home. It has the power to mark the period and set the tone for the design scheme found within. We are, of course, talking about the front door.

 

Over the last couple of years, we have seen a growing preference for stronger neutral colours that make a statement. Think slate and greys, obsidian blacks, and steely blues. Interestingly, home exteriors are now mirroring the interior trend. *

 

These smart neutral tones are also a great bet when selling your home. While bold, bright colours catch the eye, viewers might not always appreciate this. Combining sophistication with compatibility, blacks and greys represent the best of both worlds.

 

The need for privacy has led to the rise of solid front door designs without glass panels. If your hallway needs natural light, doors with slim horizontal panels will work, while staying in line with the times.

 

Planning to sell soon? By brushing up on your knowledge of popular design trends, you can quickly enhance your property’s kerb appeal and subtly impress viewers before they even step inside.

 

Our friendly team are always on hand to explain our bespoke marketing strategy and talk through your goals.

 

So, if you’re ready to learn more about how you can best showcase your home, contact us here.

 

*Mercury Glazing Supplies Ltd

 

How the pandemic has changed our homes

The lockdowns and social restrictions that followed in the wake of COVID-19 had some interesting consequences for Britain’s homes. Almost nine-million bedrooms have been repurposed to adapt to our rapidly changing lifestyles. A survey of 2,000 households found that 53% of UK homeowners transformed one bedroom, while 22% sacrificed more than one.*

 

Given the surge in home working during the pandemic, it’s not surprising that just under half chose to prioritise finding space for a home office. According to the survey, most people wish to keep this setup as flexible working remains the norm. Staying active and enjoying nights in were also popular reasons for repurposing bedrooms. Since March 2020, Brits have created over one million gyms, with home bars, cinemas, and music rooms close behind.

 

Despite this radical alteration in how we use our homes, 55% of owners feel they have compromised in other areas. Those surveyed often mentioned lacking room for guests and having less privacy. 11% even said their children must now share a bedroom.

 

Younger people with smaller properties particularly feel the pinch when it comes to space. Combined with long-term lifestyle trends and post-pandemic priorities, this pressure means that almost one-third of people may be looking to up-size soon.

 

With demand for homes still high, and the spring peak well underway, now is a great time to sell. Since the pandemic, property prices have been steadily rising, so make sure you contact us for an up-to-date valuation.

 

*Opinium Research