Sliding barn doors are a hot trend in home decor because this type of door option is eye-catching and can fit most any house design. Also, the right barn door – either antique, made from reclaimed materials, or custom built, looks fantastic either open or closed, so it’s the perfect design combination of form and function.
Sliding Barn Doors – Functional and Stylish
Whether your design style is rustic farmhouse, modern contemporary, or contemporary industrial, you can make a barn door work in your custom home. Here are some ways that we have incorporated sliding barn doors into the interiors of our client families’ homes to create solutions while making an aesthetically pleasing design statement.
Bunk Room
Barn doors are a great way to close off an area that may not be frequently used or requires additional privacy. This spacious bedroom was designed with numerous built-in bunk beds to accommodate visiting children. Older children who want to be left alone or younger kids who need a quiet space to nap can be tucked away where they will not be disturbed because of the placement of this barn door.
The use of a sliding track system makes opening and closing the doors easy and noise-free, which is a significant advantage over older door hinges that tend to creak.
Utility Areas and Storage Space
One of the biggest advantages of sliding barn doors is their space-saving design. Unlike ordinary doors that swing in and out, barn doors slide along a track, requiring no extra space for the arc of the door. This makes them an ideal choice for smaller rooms or tight spaces where every inch counts and perfect for closets, pantries, laundry areas, or even as a stylish room divider.
Hallways
Along with practicality, sliding barn doors are a great design element that can add flair to an otherwise less interesting space. If you want your hall or entryway to stand out, add a barn door. Some homeowners incorporate them as a fixed design element just for their style.
Available in wood, glass, and even metal, barn doors can be customized to suit any home. These doors are as much statement pieces as they are functional elements in a home.
Many of our client families use reclaimed wood or antique pieces to add interest, texture and beauty to their homes. Sliding barn doors are often constructed of simpler wood, but old church doors, French doors, or industrial doors can be adapted for use in your home and can be a fantastic architectural statement.
At Eastmark Construction we are always up for the challenge of adding the design elements that our client families are looking for to their future home. If you have ideas for your custom home in Northern Michigan, we’d love to hear them. Contact us today to begin the process of making those ideas into a beautiful, relaxing refuge for your family to enjoy for years to come.