two similar vintage doors, decorated very differently
A contemporary doorway entrance.
closet door and room doorways
Doors separate and also provide entrances and exits.
Exterior doors[]
Exterior doors are often part of our first impressions of a building. In some cases, some houses have doorways that are impossible to enter or exit through without stairs built or ladder used to get through the highest point of the doorway. An example of that could be an entrance to the attic from outside.
Storm doors can provide an added level of insulation.
Screen doors or doors with set-in windows can provide more light to come in and ventilation. However, they may also create a security risk.
Exterior doors should allow the residents to see who is outside before opening the door. But, they should not allow someone outside to see in. A large breakable window in the door or next to it may allow someone to reach in and unlock the door.
Interior doors[]
Doors also provide a way of separating rooms and an indications of whether the occupant is currently available. Doors provide privacy. They also restrict the air circulation. Doorways and thresholds can be an impediment for some people.
Considerations[]
- lockable
- security
- appearance
- privacy
- transparency
Related[]
External links[]
- The site Safety.Com has an article on 7 Tips to Burglar Proof Doors in Your Home.
- Window and Door Safety - part of Andersen Windows (a commercial company)'s Look Out for Kids