COVID-19 was the disease that forced people to avoid going outside. As such, these people spent more time noticing all the things that might be wrong with their space – and many of them took the time of the pandemic to realize that some parts of their stunning abode needed to change to fit their needs in the moment.
Whether the pandemic forced you to realize that something needed to change in your home (additional office space, increased curb appeal, or wider exterior renovations), you might have already started doing research into the best home exteriors and how they pair with the 2022 garage door trends.
"Your home should be comforting and beautiful, so why not make sure that's the case by renovating?" – Sarah, Owner of Real Architecture.
Do you love this design that was made by usin g panoramic garage doors? It's made up of a 12' x 7' California all-glass garage door in Black with Clear glass. This is a great place to take a load off.
Choose the Perfect Architectural Style
It doesn't matter if you're taking on a construction or renovation project—whatever it is you're doing, if you make sure you're aware of the 2022 real estate trends for exteriors and garage doors, you'll be doing yourself a favor. Although home exterior trends tend to change very quickly, there are four that are "in" right now that can help you make the best choice for changing your home.
Transitional
Anne Paquet Design created this stunning Transitional house, and it works great when paired with the black-colored Flush design garage doors
"There's no such thing as a 'perfect' style anymore. These days, people who own homes want something unique and stylish that is made just for them." – Ashley, at Anne Paquet Design.
The Transitional Style format for a home exterior is one that's considered timeless. It acts as a natural link between more traditional and modern styles. You may have also heard this style called the classic modern style.
With this style, you'll be treated to a design that offers symmetrical and simple lines for a sleek design. Additionally, the colors that are used in the Transitional palette are based on beiges, warm whites, browns, grays, and other natural shades of color. White oak is also considered a good choice for your wood choice with this design.
Having clean lines as the major staple of the door to your garage works as a stunning element of the Transitional Style. Check out the Moderno 2 beads design, 12' 6" x 9', with Azur windows in Black.
Garage doors such as the Flush or Moderno 2 beads designs are an excellent choice if you're hoping to find doors that work best with Transitional homes.
Modern
Another from Anne Paquet Design, this home is enhanced with full-view garage doors in the California style. Windows framed in black (and paired with sandblasted glass) help this home experience loads of light from outside without negatively impacting the homeowners' desire for seclusion.
If you have a house that is square, you've likely realized that this is a design that isn't very "in" anymore… at least, not on its own! The trend has changed so that you can mix shapes and proportions to add depth and height to the house while avoiding the iconic "box" look.
A great color scheme for the stylish Modern Style is white, gray, and black. When you pair these colors with blond stone or wood that gives off a warm feel, this home style will look welcoming. Pair this style with the right windows and the whole house will pop with an awe-inspiring factor.
Is uniqueness your jam? Try the Vog garage door design (produced by Garaga). And if you want to perfect your choice, pair it with this entry door made by Novatech.
If you're trying to mix modern with modern, try the Vog, Moderno multi, or Grooved designs. These come in many color options, such as Iron Ore Walnut (which is a combination of stark gray and rich wood), Black, or Charcoal. Any of these options will increase the WOW factor of your home!
There's no such thing as a "perfect" idea, but there's definitely something to be said for choosing a style that is perfect for you!
Modern Farmhouse and Farmhouse
The modern farmhouse and farmhouse designs are both still "in" amongst the wider world, and they should stay as such in the future.
This stunning Modern Farmhouse Style house project from Plan Image # 22001. offers a great combination of modernity and welcoming, warm wood for an inviting presence. In this situation, you must choose a garage door that will make your house look amazing, even from a distance. Pictured here is a double garage door designed by the Townships Collection Cambridge CM design.
When talking about undeniable 2022 home design trends, you must consider the Farmhouse style (and Modern Farmhouse). These styles use colors such as gray, black, and white, and they also show off a build that you would only otherwise see in a farmhouse. This style mixes Scandinavian, Modern, and Country styles.
Check Out 14 Ways to Pair Farmhouse/Modern Farmhouse Styles With Garage Doors
For those of you who just love this architectural style (either normal Farmhouse or Modern Farmhouse), you'll find it easy to select any of these garage doors. All of them pull from swinging door designs, and most of them are composed of a combination of PVC overlays that are attached to steel doors (insulated, of course). This gives your home the allure of wood without any of the negatives of using real wood. You can also choose from ten possible colors!
Does this design catch your eye? This whole home style hinges on the front-facing garage doors—they're the part of the home that draws the eye and unify the build. These garage doors are called Princeton P-21. Design Credit: Shoana Jensen | Photo Credit: Arthur Mola
If you decide to go the route of a door with the Townships Collection's iconic decorative garage overlays, you won't be disappointed. This style is considered very "in" right now, and it's not hard to see why. Picture a sleek, Princeton P-12 garage door in black paired with a Farmhouse build in white—doesn't the combination of colors just wow you? Or, if you want tone-on-tone, try using a combination of textures and materials alongside an Ice White garage.
HousePlans can give you more ideas if you're looking for more Farmhouse and Modern Farmhouse home model ideas.
Scandinavian
Look at this standard house in the Scandinavian Style from Sarah Moore of Real Architecture. The black windows, front door, and blond wood contrast each other and draw attention to the structure across the door (beams and gable). Scandinavian homes work best when paired with streamlined designs for the garage.
Scandinavian style homes are the types of homes you see on TVs that you just want to live in. This is because this home style automatically exudes an inviting and warm atmosphere as if it's asking you to come to live there. If you've ever wanted a cabin with a spa and gable roof, this home design is a great substitution for that dream.
Nature often shows off various scenes of warm colors and light working together, and Scandinavian design does the same. It manages this by using unfinished materials with wood accents that make it seem like the supplies were pulled straight from nature. Decide between Cambridge CL, California, Flush, or Shaker-Modern XL garage doors based on your home's lines and what you want to draw attention to. Colors can also make or break your home, so choose well between black or charcoal as those tend to work best with this style of home.
Colors and Materials to Make Everything Pop
If you want your house to have that stunning factor of wonder and prestige, you must make sure you're working with the proper combination of colors and materials. Therefore, you must ensure you're choosing the right texture for your exterior to enhance the other elements and make your home look distinct.
● Stone, brick, vinyl, and cedar shingles. These count as neutral, warm colors, and they should not be paired with bright colored (red, blue, or yellow) homes. These work with homes that have a less distinctive color scheme.
● Planks and panels made from fiber cement. Common elements in Scandinavian and Farmhouse style, these are great at keeping humidity from the home.
● Inserts made of wood. A popular option that will make your home feel inviting and welcoming. These also work great with arches (which are on their way back "in"), so you can play with all these effects to promote a naturally Scandinavian appearance.
● If you dream of having your home's exterior be matchy-matchy with your garage door, look into colors by the ROYAL and GENTEK brands.
Do you enjoy the idea of wood, but you don't want to deal with potential rot and splits? Don't worry about it—instead, choose one of our many garage doors with wood-lookalike overlays. Here are 8' x 7' Chocolate Walnut doors Princeton P-23 and overlays.
Learn About Insulation
If you're one of the many homeowners who have a garage that's directly connected to your house (or maybe even under a room that is used often by the members of your house, such as a living room or bedroom), you should choose a door that has good insulation to feel more comfortable in your home.
Garage doors in the Princeton P-12 style look attractive, increase curb appeal, and are—of course—highly insulated (R-value of 16). The doors pair well with eight lite-Panoramic windows to introduce more sunlight during the day (The Iron Ore Walnut doors and Ice White overlays are pictured, but you can choose to get them in all Black or all Ice White).
Check out the R-value on whatever garage door you're considering—the higher the value, the better your garage door is for regulating the temperature.
Garaga garage doors are a specific brand of garage doors that are crafted with pride in Canada. Canada is no stranger to the cold, and their garage doors prove this to be true—their crafting helps with temperature regulation by including rubber bottoms, joints between sections, and weather seals.
Deciding to fill your home with energy-efficient products will not only help you be more comfortable, but it'll save you money. Consider the Standard+ Construction and the Townships Collection Construction, as both of these are top-tier, R-16 insulation options.
Check out this Montreal homeowner who selected this small California garage door for her workspace… jealous yet? It brings in extensive amounts of natural light to her white-themed home office, which is a great boon for the many plants she's growing indoors!
The California is a panoramic garage door made with an all-glass aesthetic, and it's one you're likely considering for your home after seeing it, right?
Aluminum is a very good conductor of thermal energy, and it's what these all-glass doors are made from. This, unfortunately, means that these California doors will offer a lower amount of insulation when compared to steel ones that use polyurethane foam for insulation. However, these all-glass doors can help to craft a stunning interior to the home, and they are also less prone to corrosion than steel.
Final Step—Select the Style and Garage Door
If you're looking for a way to provide your home with additional resale value, you're not alone. When it comes to annual upgrades, adding a stunning garage door to your home is one of the Top 3 renovations projects that people will do for their home.
Choosing a new garage door is a choice that most people make only once or twice in their lives, so you'll want to make sure you're making a good decision. If you're worried about making this big decision, then it's time to take the load off your shoulders and reach out to the professionals.
Contact Upper Level Doors's team of specialists at 613-547-4566 and 613-966-5655.
We have a team of extreme professionals who are here to help you on the right track for your project. No matter what project you're working on, our specialists will have the experience to help you. They can help you stay within your budget without having to give up on your dream style or quality garage door. And you'll want to do this renovation correctly—again, you'll likely only do this once or twice in your life!
We Can Help You Decide and Get Inspired!
We have a custom image gallery that can help you decide what is best for your home. With the image gallery, don't be surprised if you quickly find the door you've been dreaming of.
Want something custom? All you have to do is use our Design Centre! You'll find that choosing the correct garage door is no longer a punishment but that it's instead a fun activity. You can choose from window combinations, color, design, and everything in between to see what'll work best on your home. There's even an addition that will allow you to map an image of the garage doors so you can see what your choice will look like against your actual home.
Have you already decided on your door? If you already have made your selection, don't wait! Instead, reach out to us and we can provide you with a detailed quote by email.
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