As you look to the future, you may have ideas of how you want to upgrade your home. One area in particular, the garage door, may be in your sights. When considering changes to this feature, you might be wondering which trends to watch for, especially if you want to enhance your home’s curb appeal. Here are 3 to consider as you begin to plan for a more modern aesthetic.
Making Your Garage Door “Smart”
“Smart” technology is everywhere these days. From the thermostat in your home to your car, it’s impossible to find an appliance or system that doesn’t have this update. It can now even be integrated into your garage door unit.
Some of the new features that companies are incorporating include:
- An app on your phone that allows you to control your door with personalized voice control
- Geofencing that makes it easy to open and close your garage when arriving or leaving your house
- Smart film technology for greater privacy if you have glass doors and/or panels
Securing Your Home & Belongings
If you want to make sure you and your family remain safe (along with all of your belongings inside your garage), you can ask about enhanced security features. Some examples of this include:
- Improved convenience and security by allowing you to control the opening and closing of your garage door with your smartphone
- Cameras and motion detectors to make it easy to monitor your garage in real time, no matter how far away from home you might be
- Fingerprint scanners and multi-lock systems to ensure greater personalization and protection
Creating a Fresh, New Look
While it is encouraging to know there are additional security and smart technologies you can incorporate into your new garage, you are likely wondering about design trends.
Although it’s important to think about what you really want out of your garage door, it can help to seek inspiration from experts who understand home improvement and design. This is why there are a few options to consider, including:
- Large pivot doors make a statement that ensures eye-catching curb appeal and improved function, depending on the type of space you have
- Clean lines and monochrome allow for a more minimalist look, one that is modern and modest.
- Glass garage doors that allow natural light in offer a sleek appearance
- Pairing mixed materials, such as steel and glass or steel and woodgrain
No matter which trend you choose, you can expect a beautiful aesthetic that makes you smile and innovative features that make life easier.
About Adooring Designs
Our team at Adooring Designs of Dallas can upgrade your garage door to meet your vision and needs. Whether it’s boosting the visual components to create greater curb appeal or incorporating various technologies to give you greater peace of mind, no matter if you are at home or away, we’re here to help. Contact us via our website or call (817) 745-0522 to schedule a free in-home estimate.