When people spend tremendous amounts of time at home, they begin to rethink how the space works for their lifestyle. Were you one of the people stuck at home and left to reconsider your home design? If so, continue reading to learn about current trends in home exteriors and the garage doors that will accent them.
“It’s become a priority to feel good at home, so why not make the changes necessary to make the space function the way you need for it too?” – Sarah, owner of Real Architecture.
This 12' x 7' California all-glass garage is perfect if you love the feel of bringing the indoors out or outdoors in that is created by panoramic garage doors. Create an ideal place to relax with this garage featuring Black and Clear glass.
What is your favourite architectural style?
Trends in home exteriors change quickly, so knowing the current trends can be of benefit when you are completing a home project, whether that project is a complete remodel or brand-new construction. Learning about the following four styles might be helpful when you are making design choices for the exterior of your home.
The Transitional Style
Flush design garage doors in Black accent this Anna Paquet Design Transitional Style house with perfection.
“Many homeowners aren’t looking for a specific style, rather they want a home that feels timeless. Beauty and elegance for the length of time they spend in the home is the priority.” – Ashley, at Anne Paquet Design.
The Transitional Style, a cross between modern and traditional styles, is one style that stays relevant for many years. Classic modern is another name for this style that is beginning to trend among homeowners.
Simple, symmetrical lines are the hallmarks of this style. The Transitional colour palette is based on natural shades of colour like gray, beige, warm white, and brown, with white oak being the preference for wooden accents.
The Transitional Style is well complemented by a garage door featuring clean lines. The Black with Azur windows seen here are the 12' 6" x 9' Moderno 2 beads design.
An excellent choice for Transitional Style homes is streamlined garage doors such as the Flush or Moderno 2 beads designs.
The Modern Style
California full-view garage doors complement this Modern Style home by Anna Paquet Design. The black frame of the garage doors and the black window frames mirror each other. The glass is sandblasted to allow natural light inside while still maintaining privacy for homeowners.
The popularity of very square, box-like houses has been steadily decreasing. The trend has gravitated toward varying heights and proportions rather than remaining in the cookie-cutter box mold. The mixed heights and depths give energy to the home, avoiding that “box” effect.
The Modern Style uses gray, black, and white colours. By adding warm, blonde wood inserts or stone accents, this modern look becomes less cold and takes on a Scandinavian feel. The large windows create an even more WOW factor!
The Vog garage door design from Garaga gives your home an exclusive look. Novatech’s entry door features the same design for a perfectly complemented appearance.
The Vog, Moderno multi or Grooved design garage doors gives your home the modern complement it deserves. These garage doors are perfect for Modern Style homes. Choosing Black, Charcoal, or Iron Ore Walnut (an intense gray mixed with the look of the rich Walnut wood) will give your garage eye-catching, attention-grabbing appeal.
The Farmhouse & Modern Farmhouse Styles
Designers say the Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse Styles continue to turn heads and are expected to remain trendy for many years to come.
This charming Modern Farmhouse Style house plan designed by Plan Image # 22001 features contrasting Black and White, modern flair in its exterior lighting, and a touch of wood to give an entire look added warmth. The garage covers about 50% of the front aspect of the home, so you want to choose one that not only complements the design but also has beautiful curb appeal. This double garage door in Cambridge CM design from the Townships Collection accomplishes the mission beautifully.
The Farmhouse Style is the most popular style of 2022! Regardless of whether you like a modern look or a rustic, country feel, you can’t go wrong with a Farmhouse Style home. It is a mixture of Country, Modern, and even Scandinavian Styles. Very neutral colours such as white, black, and gray give this style a more subdued, sleeker look that is still reminiscent of farmhouse architecture.
Learn About the 14 Best Garage Door Designs We Found for Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse Styles
You’ll love these garage doors if you’re a fan of Farmhouses and Modern Farmhouses. The designs are created with real PVC overlays affixed to R-16 insulated steel doors. The style of these doors is reminiscent of the swinging doors of days gone by. These doors are charming, like wooden garage doors, but they escape the drawbacks that wooden doors have had. These doors are available in 10 colours, including Black, Charcoal & Ice White. You can also choose between I-, X-, A-, or V-shaped overlays to add an extra dimension to the doors.
Do you love the appeal of this tone-on-tone Farmhouse Style? The two single garage doors provide charming detail that would catch anyone’s eye. You could say that these Princeton P-21 garage doors have stolen the show as the star of this country look when you look at the overall proportions of the façade. Design Credit: Shoana Jensen | Photo Credit: Arthur Mola
This trendy style is really accentuated excellently by this garage door with decorative overlays from the Townships Collection. Can you imagine a beautiful Black Princeton P-12 garage door popping against the white of a beautiful Farmhouse Style house? Or how about letting the lines and other details of your home stand out by choosing an Ice White garage door to give it a tone-on-tone look?
Are you inspired by the Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse style? If so, HousePlans features a variety of plans for these styles.
The Scandinavian Style
This Scandinavian Style house plan, created by Sarah Moore of Real Architecture, requires a “less is more” garage door design. The sleek lines and the standout elements of this style need a subtle complement. The blond wood of the home contrasts beautifully with the black windows and front door. The gable and beams above the entryway mirror the triangular window and the slope of the roof, drawing your eye to the architectural detail of the house.
The Scandinavian Style home seems to invite you inside to a zone of relaxation. The style could remind you of a gable-roofed cottage or a spa.
The dominating palate is light and warm colours that are found in nature. Unfinished materials are used to build this style of home, and wood accents could feature natural knots. The California, Cambridge CL, Shaker-Modern XL, or Flush garage door designs work beautifully with the Scandinavian Style homes. Choose the style that accentuates the details and lines of your home. Any of these style garage doors in Black or Charcoal will be a nice complement to your Scandinavian Style house.
Trending colours and materials for the four home styles
Homes built with mixed raw materials are charming and stylish. There is a large selection of exterior finishes available. With all four styles using soft, neutral colours, the character of your home will be added by textures that break the monotony of the design.
● Vinyl, cedar shingles, brick and stone. Warm, neutral colors are the current trending choices. Most people are shying away from the bright, bold tones of yellow, blue, and red, but you can find ways to add your favorite colors to your home.
● Fiber cement panels and planks. You mainly find these materials in homes that are Farmhouse and Scandinavian style. The cellulose fiber and cement composition of the panels and planks resist humidity.
● Wood inserts. Wood adds warmth and richness to any style home. Wood inserts are popular choices for gables and dormers. Wooden arches are making a return to home design as well. For a modern natural or Scandinavian look, add blond wood to the exterior of your home.
● Is your dream to have a garage door that matches the colour of your home’s exterior? See our FAQ about GENTEK and ROYAL colours.
Garage doors with overlays that look like custom-made wood doors give you the look of wood without the disadvantages of the material. Chocolate Walnut doors and overlays form these 8' x 7' Princeton P-23 garage doors.
Have you chosen your favourite garage door styles? Great! Now let’s look at facts to help you choose the correct level of insulation.
An attached garage, particularly one in close proximity to a frequently used room, like a bedroom or living area, needs a well-insulated door. Otherwise, the comfort level of your home, and your hard-earned money, could be escaping right out that garage door.
Princeton P-12 garage doors provide R-16 insulation and still add charm to this single-story house. These doors feature 8 lite Panoramic windows to allow a good deal of light into the space. The lites are a great addition to the handyman or handywoman in the family. (The doors are featured here in Iron Ore Walnut with Ice White overlays, but you can also get them in all Ice White or all Black.)
A higher R-value means a better garage door design that will help keep the cold and heat out. Think about it; the garage door is the 4th wall in the garage.
Garaga garage doors, proudly made in Canada, prevent air infiltration in various ways. They are designed for the temperature differences here in Canada and feature all-weather seals, bottom rubber, and joints between each section.
Who better than a Canadian to know how to design and build well-insulated garage doors to keep out the elements? Other Canadians recognize the value of those insulated doors and realize that their investment will pay for itself after a few years of use.
If energy-efficient products are a priority purchase for you, may we recommend you try the Standard+ Construction and the Townships Collection Construction, the ultra-high-performance R-16 garage doors?
This Montreal homeowner knew that typical sectional steel garage doors are more highly insulated than full-view models. Still, she opted for a small California garage door for use in her home office. Her office is painted all white, and this garage door brings the perfect amount of light in for her indoor plants.
Do all-glass panoramic garage doors like the California capture your imagination? We understand!
A very good thermal conductor, aluminum was used to craft these all-glass doors. California doors are lacking in the kind of insulation offered by steel garage doors insulated with polyurethane foam. However, there are trade-offs. The all-glass doors offer beautiful access to natural light while still being ultra-resistant to corrosion. After knowing the pros and cons, the decision is yours!
Now, You Are in The Driver’s Seat. You Are Ready to Choose the Perfect Garage Door to Add Detail to Your Home.
Among the Top 3 renovations projects that provide the best resale value to your home is upgrading to a new, stylish garage door.
You likely will only purchase one or two garage doors in your lifetime. That makes it a big decision! There are so many options and choices available to you that it can be difficult to choose what’s best. Don’t feel pressured to choose the garage door alone; contact a specialist to help you determine which door is the right one for you.
Call Mar-Lin Dock & Door's well-versed team at 519-326-5888.
Consulting with an experienced professional before choosing your next garage door would be a good idea. Pros look at your budget and style and still work with you, guiding you to the correct choice for your situation. A quality garage door can last 25 years or more. Making the right choice is essential for getting the best value possible from your budget. The professionals are there to help you make the choice that makes the most sense for you.
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It’s possible to create your own garage door using capabilities found in our Design Centre. Have fun choosing between designs, colours, and window configurations. You can use a photo of your home to verify how the garage doors of your dreams will work with your current design.
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