Front door trends – 7 stylish ideas to boost curb appeal in 2025

Giving thought and attention to your front door shouldn't be overlooked. While it can be easy to place all of your design efforts on the interior of your home, the exterior sets the first impression.

Whether you like to keep your front door understated with subtle, timeless design styles or like to make a loud statement to match the decor of your home's interior, your front door provides an opportunity to give your home's entrance a stylish touch.

Here, we've rounded up the top front-door trends for 2025. From the latest front door colors to lighting ideas, these design ideas are a great way to boost curb appeal.

7 Front Door Trends For 2025

A front door can say so much about the owner: it can be relaxed and welcoming or much more formal. For us, front door design is the start of the story of your home, and first and last impressions are so important. Whether it's through vibrant pops of color, intricate glasswork, or custom designs, homeowners are seizing the opportunity to make a bold statement right at their doorstep.

'The front door is the gateway to your home, and it sets the tone for the entire space,' says Kristen Fiore, designer and founder of Kristen Elizabeth Design. 'To ensure you welcome your guests properly, you're going to want to define your personal style and make a statement.' Here, we asked the experts to share the most significant front-door trends for 2025.

1. Lighting that matches your home's architectural style

One way to add style to your front door in 2025 is to keep things in sync with the architectural style of your home. This extends to front door lighting ideas, where cohesive styles are a great way to create a timeless look.

'Consider the architectural features and era of the property and match the lighting to the overall aesthetic of your home, creating a cohesive look,' suggests Mara Rypacek Miller, founder of Industville. 'For instance, a house with Victorian architecture will benefit from ornate lantern-style lights that reflect its period details, while a mid-century modern home is better suited to clean lines and simple geometric shapes.'

2. Statement-making colors

'Front door colors will be bolder in 2025 – whether it's making a bright statement or going darker with neutrals,' predicts Erika Woelfel, VP of creative and color services at Behr. 'Cracked Pepper is the perfect choice to pair with light neutrals such as Polar Bear or Smoky White to create a high-contrast look.'

'For a warm touch, consider using bright pops of colors such as Seaside Villa or Wave Top. Additionally, reds continue to come back in style and add a timeless, expressive element to the exterior of the home. Pair Rumors with natural materials such as brick or neutrals in the beige family like Swiss Coffee for a sophisticated look. In terms of sheen, we recommend semi-gloss for most front doors as it allows for a durable finish against scrapes or tough weather,' says Erika.

3. Nature-inspired colors

Nature-inspired hues are also said to be on-trend exterior paint colors for the year ahead, ranging from light neutrals to calming blues.

'Neutral tones are timeless, offering a sense of elegance and balance,' says Ashley McCollum, color expert at Glidden brand. 'They’re also versatile and easy to pair with other vibrant or natural elements, making them a safe choice but ensuring that they will never go out of style.'

'If you wish to take this timeless look a step further and go bold, dark rich blues and teals will continue to be a popular choice for 2025. While blue signifies calm, trust, and serenity, it also exudes sophistication and resonates trend and refinement. We might also suggest trying a matte finish with these tones to express a more modern vibe,' Ashley adds.

4. Glass to let light filter through

From full-height doors to custom inserts, adding more glass to your door is a stylish and sleek front door trend for the year ahead. Influenced by Crittall’s iconic windows and doors, and the interior design trend of industrial style, metal-framed doors are making a real comeback for front doors, with original designs vying with contemporary imitators.

Ideal for modern renovations and new-build homes, they also bring character and texture to contemporary homes. Although a range of opening options are available, these doors generally look more authentic than French doors, with door panels set into larger expanses of metal-framed glazing creating the most impressive finish.

Ensure the metal – including aluminum – doors you are considering have a thermal break (a depth of non-thermally conductive material inside the frame that separates the inside and the outside elements) to prevent excess heat loss and condensation.

5. Long-lasting materials

If you’ve never changed your front door before, you might be amazed by the range of materials that are available now for front door trends. Personal preference will guide you, but what the door is actually made from also has a huge influence on value and security, which is why we are seeing more and more people choose steel and fiberglass for their front doors.

While timber front doors will always be a firm favorite, especially if you reside in an older property; it is worth noting the benefits of more contemporary materials if security and durability are your main concern. Not only are fiberglass front doors incredibly durable, but they are also water-resistant and energy-efficient. Steel doors offer many of the same benefits, so both are worthy investments.

When it comes to front door styles, contemporary versions have sleek lines and may be solid, feature a glazed section, or be largely glazed. They’re frequently teamed with lever or bar handles. However, if you do love the look of a traditional timber door, you can opt for one that mimics the appearance, but with the security and durability of steel and fiberglass, as shown above.

6. Double doors

When it comes to making your front door more attractive – go big with a wider entrance and double doors, if you have the space.

'Your chosen front door can say so much about the occupants: The entrance is the first encounter for you, your visitors, and the interiors that lie within,' says designer Monique Tollgard, founder, of Tollgard Design. 'Therefore, you want to ensure that your entryway has ample space. Double doors or larger single doors will not only create a unique aesthetic but will also allow more light to filter through into your home.'

Kristen Fiore agrees. 'Double doors can add a touch of grandeur to your home. They are often used in larger homes or homes with a formal entryway and feature custom ironwork. Arched doors, on the other hand, can add a touch of elegance to your home. They are often used in traditional and Mediterranean-style homes, while barn doors are a popular choice for rustic and farmhouse-style homes.'

7. Decorative hardware and accessories

Don't forget the finishing touches! From ornate doorknobs to stylish house numbers, decorative hardware and accessories serve as the jewelry of your front door and shouldn't be skimped on.

Whether it's choosing a statement doorknob with intricate detailing or selecting decorative hinges and door knockers, these small yet impactful elements can make a big difference in the overall design scheme.

'The hardware on your front door is a great way to add style,' says Kristen. 'Look for decorative handles, knockers, and locks that are heavy and bring character to the door.'

Just as important are the small details like adding a wreath, plant pots, door mats, and as mentioned, lighting. 'It's the first thing we see when we get to someone's home, so it's nice that there's a wreath and cute seating or arrangement of flowers that greet people to give a nice impression before entering a home,' suggests designer Linda Hayslett of LH. Designs.

From refreshing your front door's paint ideas to adding interest through lighting, there are many ways to boost the look of your front door this year.