How parquet barn doors gave old natural wood flooring a new life and architectural role. Sliding barn-style doors need not be “found.” They can be fabricated from materials, either reclaimed or new. Consider the lustrous parquet barn doors in a London apartment [top]. These sliding panels were constructed from squares of basket-weave oak parquet flooring that was salvaged from … [Read more...]
Double Interior Barn Doors
Sliding double interior barn doors deliver maximum impact. Since our renovation nine years ago, Gary (our contractor and friend) and I have a running conversation about adding on to our house. And while a new project is fairly remote, I continue to collect ideas – especially for doors – because the 1920s salvage doors we found together back in 2003 added so much character to … [Read more...]
Interior Barn Door Color
A colorful, interior barn door closes off a space and acts as moveable color block art. While we often go for exterior door color, the interior barn door is a natural for brining color inside. We adore these doors because they add so much personality to rooms and make relaxed style statements. When painted in vivid hues and black, the interior barn door can reverse the usual … [Read more...]