- give your door its own special character such as, but not limited to, a contrasting colored trim, French tile numbers, or a brass lion's head knocker
- bushes, plants or vines such as honeysuckle not only add a welcoming scent but also soften any imposing lines leading to your door
- your door should be of the same period or style as your home
- if your front door is actually on the side or around the back, a path, canopy or entrance courtyard indicate this is the way to the main entrance
- your front door is an extension of you and your family. It welcomes visitors into the home you've created out of a house.
Originally published July 7, 2009
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