Charming Dutch Doors We're Absolutely Loving

Who doesn't love a blue front door? Blue skies inspired this cheerful Dutch door, and Behr's Greek Isles (P510-1) was the perfect shade to mimic them. The surrounding plants complement the Caribbean-looking door reminding visitors of beach towns and Mediterranean coastlines.

This traditional Georgian home in Atlanta hides a world of color behind its classic brick façade. Nowhere is that more apparent than in this wet bar hiding behind a charming Dutch door in the den. Sherwin-Williams' timeless shade Naval (SW 6244) was just right for the space. "It's an unexpected little jewel box," says designer Margaret Kirkland. "The deep color makes it feel hip, and the Dutch door is an interesting architectural detail."

After their parents bought a 1929 Blue Ridge Mountains vacation home in 1993, the three Morten sisters eventually transformed their childhood summer house to fit their growing families. When the concept of a substantial renovation first appeared, each sister asked their dad to preserve the home's original Dutch entry door, which Collinsville, Virginia-based Freeman's Restoration brought back to its original glory using historical techniques.

Our 2011 Idea House in the Texas Escondido community on Lake Lyndon B. Johnson is full of European inspiration. The Mediterranean villa-inspired space includes thoughtful exterior details like gold sandstone and bright blue trim. A series of terraces and courtyards, like this garden court, contribute to a sense of indoor and outdoor connectivity.

Designer Suzanne Kasler rescued a dark and dated kitchen and laundry room with classic white subway tile and a few fun surprises, like a coat of high-gloss lilac paint on the ceiling and a charming Dutch door to keep the dogs contained or the laundry quiet when guests are over. The dark Dutch door contrasts the bright, airy laundry and mudroom space. Adding a picture frame window pane also adds to the openness this space provides by inviting the natural light from the exterior window to spill through the door.

If you think this woodworking shed is charming, wait until you see the inspiration for this picture-perfect home. Stunning additions like copper drainpipes, wood siding, and a Dutch door add to the custom appeal. The Dutch door provides natural light to the small shed and offers an indoor-outdoor living opportunity while retreating to this space.

This Nashville home designed by Sarah Bartholomew is a masterclass in how to provide Georgian style. A classic but textured foundation of white shiplap walls, marble counters, and a Dutch door set the cozy but fresh tone in the L-shaped kitchen. Accessories like French bistro stools, topiaries, Chippendale dining chairs, and blue and white ginger jars add character.

Consider a Dutch door for a side entryway that will invite guests into your home in a charming, memorable manner. Surrounded by windows and outlets to more rooms, this space feels comfortable enough to read a book or relax with the top half of the door open for fresh air. Steps away from nature, this area sets a serene stage for your mind to relax or your family to play.