Make it pink

Spring has sprung! Made for a church-turned-residence, these vibrant pink entry doors have since become a signature part of the building.

This 19th Century church closed its doors in the 1950s before gaining a new life as a private residence. When Matt and Colin purchased the building in 2018, the entry doors were the first thing they changed. This time in pink.

Our pink entry doors, as featured in the april 2020 issue of Style at home. Photography by Robin Stubbert, styling by Susan Burns.

Before and after

Wanting to replicate the design of the previous doors (as seen below, in black), Colin and Matt incorporated large windows and a pop of colour. To signal the building’s new life, Colin was determined to use pink. But a lot of work went into these doors before installation. Click here for our Instagram highlights documenting the process.

About the doors

Large clear glass windows allow sunlight to bring the space to life from the outside in. There were parts in the original doors that we had fun replicating, such as a little detail in each corner of the panels. Black handles contrast against the paint colour while coordinating with the porch and roof. These door are made in mahogany and painted in a Benjamin Moore colour.

Colour

Finishing the doors in pink was a bold choice that paid off. The brightly coloured doors can be seen from a mile away as they greet visitors and onlookers with open arms.

Pop of pink: Pink Hibiscus (2172-60) by Benjamin Moore.

The entry unit took up our entire studio!

Second life

Gothic Revival style architecture and modern updates lend the home a unique charm that blends the new with the old. Our pieces are often used to update a space or convert one into something new, and this project is no different. We loved making a door that brings a breath of fresh air to a historically rich building.

To learn more about their home, Design*Sponge has an article about Matt and Colin’s story: read it here.

Note: We are still open for business during this time, although email response times may be longer than usual. If you would like us to make something for you, please email us at info@1925workbench.com with pictures of your space and dimensions.

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