Designers say this centuries-old design trend is back in style.
Here’s how to incorporate it into your space.
Ahead, Florencon and design experts share their best arched doorway ideas to help you elevate your own home.
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Instead of hiding the door, Florencon diverted the focus elsewheretoward a painted arch.
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“The open arches create points of view, crossing and magnifying the frame,” architectPierre-Louis Gerliersays.
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Just like those paintings, these arches capture the viewers attention and extend their gaze into the next space.
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Design an Arched Entryway
Give your home curb appeal with an archedfront dooror entryway.
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Use Arched Doorways As Space Dividers
The double-arched doorway serves a dual purpose in this design by Gerlier.
The wood archways divide an open-plan space, providing two distinct rooms, while concealing structural constraints.
Add a Wide Arched Doorway
Maximize natural light with a wide arched doorway.
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Wide arched doorways also create the illusion of a large room and can add a bit of drama.
“I use arched doorways often as open (doorless) connections between two spaces,” Florencon says.
“It creates a softness and fluidity while still having a formal presence.”
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Create Storage Potential
In this Parisian apartment, arched doorways add aesthetic value and serve a functional purpose.
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