Not every door has to lead somewhere, and sometimes the perfect door is used as an alternative to regular wall decor. Barn doors are especially wonderful when installed against an empty white wall. Select a design that differs slightly from the room’s decor to create an outstanding look.
25 Spectacular Barn Door Designs for Maximum Style
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Published: October 15, 2023
Updated: November 22, 2023
Barn door designs reach far beyond maintaining a farmhouse aesthetic. You may be surprised to find out that these features are the chameleons of the décor world in the way that they can blend in with almost any décor style. A simple coat of paint and the proper design selection will transform these pieces into the accent of your dreams.
A barn door can accommodate any size of a doorway, and if the entrance is particularly expansive, you can even consider double barn doors. In most cases, these features are installed on a sliding track, which is a decoration itself. The track can offer a rustic appearance to a wooden door or a luxurious appearance to a bold black door. There is truly something for every style. Choose a door with intricate panels or millwork to add interest to a room with subtle decorations, and watch as the energy is transformed instantly.
Search our gallery below for barn door designs that will enhance your home.
02 of Stylish Dining Area in a Compact Kitchen
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Every area is worthy of astounding decorations, and in this kitchen, the pantry entrance is hidden by a sliding wood barn door. Compact spaces are perfect for creating dining areas with limited seating. A simple glass table and modern white chairs showcase a design reminiscent of a stylish cafe.
03 of Distressed Door Showcases a Colorful Springtime Wreath
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Distressed doors infuse an automatic, antique charm into the room they hide. Light blue paint can be seen chipped away on this rustic wooden door. With the light color peeking through, this feature becomes the perfect place to display a springtime wreath.
04 of Bright Entryway Features Birch Accents
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This special barn door design leaves this entryway with a modern farmhouse appearance. The door slides along a gold track, adding a splash of luxury to the white walls. Beautiful birch branches extend out from a large floor vase.
05 of All-white Room Enhanced by a Paneled Door
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All-white rooms are often stunning and have an almost heavenly appearance, but sometimes it is necessary to add a little texture or subtle designs to add warmth and fun. A paneled door is one way to introduce subtle design differences between white walls. Barn doors are the ideal feature for this because you can select a sliding track that will bring boldness to the space.
06 of Light Wood Flooring Meets a Soft Blue Door
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In a farmhouse-style hallway, a light blue sliding door awaits you at the end. The white shiplap that covers one side of the hallway makes additional wall decor unnecessary. Where light wood flooring meets the door, a visual softness is created.
07 of Modern and Farmhouse Décor Create a Unique Design
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The blend of modern accents and farmhouse decor creates a fun and unique look in this living room. Music-themed decorations rest on top of a wooden piano. The floor is partially covered with a rug showcasing intricate designs.
08 of Rustic Barn Door for a Pantry Entrance
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You will be stunned at the difference a rustic barn door covering a pantry entrance can make. Many sliding barn doors lean towards a modern farmhouse appearance, but with a distressed wood door, your space will contain a defined character. Choose surrounding wall decor that mirrors the rustic effect.
09 of Stained Wood Flooring Below a Classic Wooden Door
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Down to the thin ceiling panels, this space is filled with careful and interesting details. Natural wood flooring with visible wood grain designs is finished with a warm stain. A sliding barn door features a classic farmhouse door design that saves space with a sliding track.
10 of Wood Elements Form a Powerful Entryway
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Make wood the prime element in your entryway by incorporating it in powerful but not overwhelming ways. You can choose areas, like doorways, to feature this material. Tone down the powerful wood elements by surrounding them with white walls and light-colored flooring.
11 of Pot Lights Illuminate a Hallway
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Along with a small gallery wall, this hallway showcases a sliding barn door that adds to the essence of the walls. While the door provides a function, the appearance steals the show. Replacing low-hanging lights with pot lights can add the illusion of height to your hallway.
12 of Inset Window Joined by a Sliding Door
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This cozy corner introduces a new idea, where a modern wooden door slides right into the corner. The door’s design is one of thin millwork applied to a natural wooden base. The depth of the adjoining window is a stunning accent to a similar depth found between each of the door’s wooden strips.
13 of White Oak Door Reveals a White Mudroom
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A large, white oak door slides open to reveal a mudroom that is the epitome of minimalism. A built-in bench joins a selection of white cabinets and drawers. The soft tone of the wood provides the space with a warm accent that fills the adjoining rooms.
14 of Barn Door Designs for an Entryway
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Luxury is defined in this entryway with a wide entrance to adjoining rooms shielded by sliding double doors. The two full-sized doors are painted black, bringing modernity to the door’s farmhouse designs. This technique exemplifies the power of freshly painted features to accentuate a space.
15 of Double Doors With a Thin Design
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Enjoy your time in the kitchen with a pantry door design that includes thin double doors meeting in the middle. The sliding design ensures no wasted space, making this the perfect idea for narrow spaces. Take note of the intricate door design, which creates a 3D look.
16 of Shiplap Living Room With Blended Staircase
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White shiplap panels reach up the walls of this farmhouse living room, creating a vivid texture. Because the whole room is covered in shiplap, the staircase blends completely with the walls, apart from the wood trim. Lantern sconces with a vintage look illuminate the staircase.
17 of Minimalist Bedroom With an Attention Grabbing Feature
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In a minimalist bedroom, one stand-out feature can change the direction of the space. In this case, it is a wooden barn door that graces the white walls and draws attention. The gray headboard joins the bedding covered in solid shades.
18 of Traditional Farmhouse Design for Interior Doors
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Take inspiration from the traditional style of farmhouse doors by incorporating double doors with a unique paneled design. Black handles and hinges can be added as a bold embellishment to any paint color. Try to keep the hardware in a blunt design for a strong country aesthetic.
19 of Designs Between Spaces Blend Subtly
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The understated blend between a door with chevron panels and a bathroom floor with herringbone tile enhances this area most subtly. A sliding door is pushed to the side to expose a bathroom where a glass-enclosed shower stands beside an alcove bathtub. A white vanity occupies the wall on one side of the bathroom.
20 of Elegance Defined by Embellished Antique Doors
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Elegance is found in every corner of this room, from the pristine white walls to the delicate corner table. Antique doors with embellished features expand the possibilities of interior doors. If you desire a similarly elegant look for your home, consider exploring antique door options.
21 of Playroom Shelving Tricks Among Bold Accents
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Avoid the chaos of playroom shelving by including storage baskets among the perfectly placed toys. If your space includes a small alcove, this is ideal for tucking away the items in an organized and attractive manner. Neutral colors incorporated next to a bold black door with millwork paneling are a fun way to draw attentions to defining features.
22 of Cottage-style Home With Charming Wall Decor
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Embrace cottage-style decor with the help of charming accents like patterned throw pillows resting on the seating. Small ornaments arranged on a shelving unit showcases the personality and lean into the cozy aesthetic. A decorative door with a design over the empty panels is adorned with a hanging wicker basket.
23 of Modern Designs for Classic Doors
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For a more modern design that includes a barn door, select one with an eclectic design showcased on the exterior panel. The pattern will seem more trendy, especially when painted in a solid color. Avoid wood or rustic hardware when trying to achieve this aesthetic.
24 of Plush Wingback Headboard Exudes Luxury
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A wingback headboard with a rounded frame showcases a luxurious tufted design. The plush look of the headboard is further enhanced by fluffy white pillows propped against the frame. A glass nightstand with a mirrored drawer is contrasted by a wooden barn door installed on one wall.
25 of Rustic Door Joins a Sleek Mudroom Design
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This mudroom is equipped with a sliding barn door with a rustic wood appearance. Although the door itself exudes a rustic look, the location and surroundings feature white and beige. Leave space for a small bench, as some form of seating enhances mudroom decor while providing a utility-based purpose.
