Outdoor lighting for your front door can set the whole tone for your house. You want your guests to feel welcome while finding their way safely to your front door. At the same time, it’s an opportunity to showcase the architecture and aesthetic of your home.
Lighting a modern home entrance? A single wall sconce plus recessed lighting is usually enough. This sconce ties into the architectural details and feels seamless.
For this stately stone home designed by Jacklyn Graniczny of Sublime Homes, two elegant wall sconces flank the entry. The same sconces frame both of the garage doors, creating a cohesive look.
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A black front door makes quite the bold statement. Anchor the look with a hanging lantern pendant and a sleek wall sconce. A brass door knocker and corresponding hardware look like jewelry against the satin black surface.
If you are going for a black-and-white farmhouse aesthetic for the exterior of your home, try flanking the front door with two outdoor black wall sconces. Don’t be afraid to go big; that’s part of the look. Larger fixtures create a sense of proportion that balances the otherwise stark look.
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Many people assume if you use an exterior wall sconce by your front door, you need one on each side. That isn’t always true! This midcentury home is far from symmetrical, so one globe-style fixture makes a statement while looking balanced.
This design by Jacklyn Graniczny of Sublime Homes combines layers of light in the form of pole-mounted post light fixtures and wall sconces. The sconces flank the driveway and the pole light serves as a beacon for visitors.
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While more light can seem better, resist the urge to over-light your front door. These dim sconces provide just enough light for a welcoming entry. They won’t cast a glare for neighbors or confuse wildlife.
Want to accomplish all of your front-door lighting needs with just one fixture? Select a pendant that complements the design of your front porch. This pendant is very minimal to keep the focus on the carved glass inlays surrounding the transom and sidelights.
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A single pendant is all that is needed to light the entrance beneath a covered front porch. This black-and-brass-fixture coordinates with the front door finish. The result is polished and welcoming all at once.
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If you are looking for exterior wall sconces, you may not realize the variety of options available. Some sconces cast light up, while others cast light down, and some even cast light in both directions. These cylindrical sconces do the latter, providing an even wash of light on the exterior wall.
Sublime Homes specified classic wall-mounted lanterns flanking this grand home entrance. Through the glass you can see an elaborate chandelier in the entryway, providing a preview of what’s to come. A combo of brown brick and cut stone is textural and inviting.
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If you have an arched porch or front door, consider a curving fixture that plays off the architecture. This metal outdoor pendant could work for many front door situations, and especially those that incorporate curved elements. And metal stands up to the elements outdoors.
You might have to look twice to spot the light in this image. First you notice the expanses of glass, or the Japanese male. The sconce is so integrated with the architecture of the home that it takes a second look to see it! Sometimes lights make a statement, but other times it’s all about the house.
Your front door makes the first impression of your home, so be sure it is well lit and that the lighting enhances the architecture of your home. We hope these ideas have helped you to navigate the many fixture types and styles. Now, go choose the best fixture for your front door!
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