Exterior Doors: What’s Trending in 2025?

The front door is one of the most expressive features of a home’s exterior. It welcomes guests, frames the entryway, and hints at the style inside. With the right design, it becomes both a focal point and a finishing touch that adds beauty, value, and everyday function.

This year’s top exterior door trends combine bold shapes, clean lines, and materials with lasting appeal. Sleek modern builds, rustic homes, and traditional designs all benefit from styles that feel personal and well-crafted. Rustica brings each one to life with tailored, handcrafted details.

1. White Oak Front Doors

White oak continues to rise in popularity for its strength, straight grain, and warm natural tone. Homeowners are choosing this hardwood for everything from simple craftsman designs to tall arched entries.

Clear finishes and dark stains both pair well with white oak, though natural finishes are especially common in 2025. The grain stays visible, and the look feels grounded and refined.

👉 Rustica tip: Try a white oak front door with a low-sheen clear coat for a clean, modern farmhouse look without feeling trendy.

2. Steel Doors with Glass Inserts

Steel exterior doors bring strength and clean lines to a home’s exterior. In 2025, more designs include glass inserts in either full-view panels or divided-light grids for a look that balances bold structure with added light.

Modern and industrial-style homes pair especially well with steel and glass doors. The materials work together to offer privacy, natural light, and a clean, structured look.

👉 Rustica tip: Go with a custom steel front door with frosted or textured glass. Choose a matte black finish for a bold contrast or oil-rubbed bronze for a warmer tone.

3. Arched Top Entry Doors

Arched exterior doors are gaining attention in 2025 for how well they pair with today’s clean, linear architecture. Curved tops break up straight lines without interrupting the structure, and simple finishes keep the overall look modern.

The curved top, typically found in Spanish and Mediterranean design, now appears more often on contemporary homes. A well-shaped arch adds definition to the entry without complicating the overall design.

👉 Rustica tip: Customize an arched knotty alder door with a clear stain and a wrought iron handle. Add matching arched sidelights to complete the look.

4. Mixed-Material Doors

Mixed-material front door designs are gaining traction in 2025. Popular combinations include steel with wood, copper with glass, and reclaimed planks set into clean painted panels.

The focus of this trend is contrast. Designers are using bold pairings—smooth steel next to textured wood, or dark metal against light grain—to add structure and detail without adding extra trim or decoration.

👉 Rustica tip: Choose a mixed wood and metal door with steel corners or a reclaimed barnwood panel inset. These styles stand out without overpowering your home's exterior.

5. Craftsman-Style Doors with a Modern Twist

The Craftsman exterior door is a classic. Clean vertical lines and simple windows offer a timeless, approachable look. In 2025, they’re getting modern updates with bolder proportions, black hardware, and minimal trim.

Modern elements give the style a cleaner finish, especially on newer homes that blend traditional and contemporary features. Many homeowners match the look with an interior door in a similar style for a more cohesive feel throughout the home.

👉 Rustica tip: Choose a craftsman front door in vertical-grain fir with a natural stain and black square handles. Add clear or seeded glass for a bright, welcoming touch.

6. Full-Glass Pivot Doors

Pivot doors are popular in high-end homes—and for good reason. The hinge is offset, so the door appears to float open. In 2025, full-glass pivot doors are trending for entryways with big views or sleek architecture.

Most designs include metal or dark-stained wood framing and suit spaces where privacy isn’t a priority.

👉 Rustica tip: Go with a steel-framed pivot door and low-E tempered glass. Add sidelights or floor-to-ceiling windows around it for a clean, modern entry.

7. Double Front Doors

If your entry is wide, a double front door will make a bold impression. They offer symmetry, let in more light, and make it easier to move furniture or host big gatherings.

Popular styles include plank-style wood doors, steel-framed pairs with glass panels, and high-contrast finishes that frame the opening.

👉 Rustica tip: Create a set of double white oak or mahogany doors with simple paneling and bold hardware. Add a transom above to complete the look.

8. Statement Hardware and Oversized Handles

Oversized hardware continues to trend in 2025, especially large handles, long pull bars, and bold backplates. Larger proportions add presence and help define the door’s style.

Matte black, antique brass, and weathered steel are the most popular finishes this year. Each finish pairs well with modern or traditional doors and creates contrast without overpowering the design.

👉 Rustica tip: Choose a long pull bar for a modern plank door or a rugged iron handle for a rustic wood design. Bold hardware adds structure without adding clutter.

9. Glass and Wood Panel Doors

Narrow glass panels set into wood doors are gaining attention in 2025. Vertical or horizontal layouts work across a wide range of home styles and help bring more light into the entry.

The mix of materials adds contrast while still maintaining privacy. Frosted or textured glass works especially well with panel doors in high-traffic areas.

👉 Rustica tip: Add a vertical line of three narrow glass windows to a solid wood door. Frosted or seeded glass adds texture and privacy.

10. Reclaimed and Weathered Wood Doors

For homeowners who love character and texture, reclaimed wood doors remain in demand. In 2025, we’re seeing more weathered finishes and wire-brushed textures that feel both natural and timeless.

Reclaimed designs work best on rustic homes, cabins, or anywhere you want a rustic touch.

👉 Rustica tip: Build a custom door from reclaimed barnwood or wire-brushed cedar. Keep the surface exposed and seal with a soft matte finish to protect the texture.

How to Choose the Right Exterior Door Trend

Your front door should reflect how you live and how your home is designed. Some trends work best as focal points, while others support the front of the home with clean lines and simple materials. Shape, proportion, and finish all play a part—along with how much light or contrast you want at the entry.

Rustica offers complete door customization across every style shown here. You can adjust size, layout, material, hardware, and glass to match your space exactly. 

Ready to design your next front door? Start with Rustica’s online builder or talk with a designer today. Every door is handcrafted in the U.S. with lasting precision.

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