investing a bit more time and money into the door will not go unnoticed. Being creative, brave and paying attention to the style of your home will help you design a memorable first impression. You can take your efforts a step further by incorporating side shutters, lighting, or even a wreath that works for any day of the year. Although a front door’s main job may be to secure and protect the home, with very little effort, this part of the house can be made to function well and look great at the same time. •
Michele Van Der Veen is host of Good Day segments, including Flip It, Decorate Like a Designer, and Stage to Sell. She started her career in real estate investing more
than 30 years ago. A published author, Van Der Veen has been recognized and featured in international magazines for her unique approach to interior design. Acquiring a formal education from the Interior Designers Institute of California, her experience stems from building custom homes to flipping more than 100 homes and working in commercial real estate development alongside her father at a young age. Not afraid to push the limit on her own designs and investments, Van Der Veen will often be heard reassuring her team about her decisions by saying “Don’t worry, we are the comps!” For more on Van Der Veen’s work or to contact her, visit iHeartHomescorp.com.
Hardware is like jewelry to the home. Choosing the right style jewelry for an outfit completes it; the same is true for houses. When choosing the handle for the front door, keep in mind that you will want to keep all door hardware cohesive. For example, the finish you
choose for the door hardware should work well with the other hardware finishes throughout the home. Also keep in mind how well the finish works with the paint or stain color of the door. Since front doors are such a big part of any buyer’s first impression,
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