Decorating & Design
5 Reasons To Consider A Framed Doorway
Author: Talia Hart
Updated on March 12, 2024
We love when designers get creative with architectural details — and framing the entrance to a room is one small way to bring big impact. Forgo traditional wall molding for materials like wood, metal and marble to create an instant focal point in foyers , passageways and even bathrooms.
We’re sharing 5 reasons to consider a framed doorway below. Scroll down!
It Makes An Entrance
Designer Veronica Martin added a white oak archway as a buffer between the vestibule and the rest of her home.
Photographer: Alex Lukey
Source: House & Home
Designer: Two Fold Interiors
It Creates A Focal Point
Designer Nyla Free framed the entrance to this living room with a four-point arch that has a gunmetal pewter finish. “It’s an unexpected detail that offers an interesting focal point,” says Nyla.
Photographer: Michelle Johnson
Source: House & Home
Designer: Nyla Free
It Eases Transitions
A dark stained wood door frame picks up the wood tones in the bedroom and draws the eye towards the heavily veined marble in this primary ensuite.
It Brings The Drama
A crisp, black-framed doorway juxtaposes the original ceiling trim for a standout, edgy moment in this dining room.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Source: House & Home
Designer: Delia Mamann Interiors
It Beautifully Frames A Shower
Marble-framed shower jambs are the latest bathroom trend — and we can see why. It adds an extra hit of luxe to a bathroom, and is great way to get resourceful with leftover stone.
Photographer: Lauren Miller
Source: House & Home
Designer: Maayan Kessler and Jo Levitan