Hello and welcome to our Décor Outline of kitchens with French doors. Below you will find a summary of the benefits, main options, and some design ideas we handpicked for you along with beautiful photos. Enjoy!
What are the benefits of having French doors in the kitchen?
- Makes the kitchen brighter – lets more natural light in and can visually increase the kitchen space
- Smooth transition between interior and exterior – even when closed, French doors can provide a relaxing or scenic view from the inside
- Aesthetically pleasing and versatile – the glass panels add a design element to your kitchen, can also be used as a room divider
What are the main options for French doors in the kitchen?
- Style: in-swing (single, double), out-swing, sliding, bi-fold
- Divided Lites: full view, equal lites, prairie, 10-lite
- Design: glass (clear, frosted), with mutins, combination mutins and panels
- Material: vinyl, fiberglass, clad wood, steel
- Frame Color: white, black (matte, high gloss), natural (wood)
What follows are beautiful photos of kitchens with French doors, along with design ideas we thought may be of interest to you. Enjoy and happy home decorating!
1. Marble Stove Backsplash
Points of Interest ● white framed full view French doors ● illuminated 4-panel glass transom cabinets ● built-in refrigerator with nickel birdcage handle ● dentil crown molding on top cabinets ● herringbone terracotta floor
2. Rug Runners
Points of Interest ● black steel French doors ● 3 rattan counter stools ● white planked ceiling with 2 brushed steel pendant lights ● 2 sisal rug runners with espresso borders
3. Custom French Doors
Points of Interest ● white French doors in matching windows above countertop ● mirrored cabinetry with above-cabinet lighting ● black quartz countertops with modern shaker base cabinets ● reclaimed timber beam with square holes
4. Butcher Block Island
Points of Interest ● out-swing full view French doors with large ivory Roman shades ● butcher block topped island with small secondary sink ● stone mosaic backsplash ● 2 black square tapered planters with snake plants
5. Turquoise Accents
Points of Interest ● sliding white French doors with transom ● G-shaped kitchen with gray granite countertops ● turquoise quatrefoil Roman shades ● curved turquoise leather bar stool seats ● multi-toned turquoise subway tile backsplash
6. Panoramic Scenic View
Points of Interest ● scenic view bi-fold French doors in a matte black finish ● large pre-cast stone range hood ● zinc corner farmhouse sink ● ● three antique bronze 4-candle pendant lights over kitchen island
7. X Mullion Cabinets
Points of Interest ● 10-lite over 1 raised wood paneled French doors ● X mullion glass upper cabinets ● metallic mosaic stove backsplash ● palladian blue walls ● whitewashed staggered hardwood floor