While our feed lately has been filled with sleek, modern entries and minimal fiberglass door designs, that doesn’t mean we’re limited to one look. Far from it.
Classic and decorative styles are still very much part of what we do—and this project is a great example of how we bring traditional elegance into updated spaces.
A Statement Entry with Double Doors and Decorative Glass
This 8-foot tall double entry door features a beautifully detailed decorative glass insert custom-made by our friends at @whatapanedesign. Like many of our remodels, this project began with an older double door and transom configuration, which we removed and replaced with taller double doors that make better use of the brick opening height.
Switching to full-height doors provides a more dramatic entry and improves both insulation and security. It also allows for larger glass inserts, which gave this door more presence and detail.
The Right Hardware for the Right Scale
With taller doors, hardware scaling becomes a key consideration—both for function and aesthetics.
This door features an Emtek multipoint lock system, which is a must when dealing with large, heavy slabs like these. What’s interesting here is the use of Emtek’s 1 1/2″ x 11″ backplate size, which is slightly narrower and taller than their standard multipoint hardware. We tend to prefer this size on 8-foot doors because it better complements the vertical scale of the door. It’s not a hard rule—but it’s one of those small design decisions that just makes the finished result feel more balanced.
Tying It All Together
To make the whole facade feel cohesive, we also matched the door’s painted finish to the existing garage door color. This simple step helped unify the entire exterior and made the new entry system feel like it was always part of the home’s design.
It’s always satisfying when function, proportion, and detail come together in a way that doesn’t just solve a technical problem—but also enhances curb appeal.