10 Stunning Bi-fold and Sliding door ideas for Modern Extension
Are you yearning for the ease of navigating through your home without the creaks and squeaks of your doors? We at Extension Architecture have got you covered! We are a leading brand in enhancing your home aesthetics and functionality, providing an Uber experience after the sliding door and the bi-fold door setup.
Significance of Bi-fold doors and sliding doors
The introduction of Bi-fold and sliding doors has redefined the world of architecture and interior design. Whether you opt for a bi-fold mechanism or a sliding one, there are tremendous advantages both of them offer.
- Natural Light
Often times, installing a glazed bi-fold/ sliding door can maximise the light coming indoors, making the indoors brighter and well-lit. This reduces the dependency on LEDs and pendant lights as a source of light
- Enhanced Aesthetics
Bi-fold doors and sliding doors are available in different colours and sizes and have become non-negotiable in home extensions and renovations and provide a modern and sleek design.
- Seamless indoor-outdoor relationship
Bi-fold doors and sliding doors allow you to seamlessly expand your living spaces into patio and outdoor spaces offering flexibility and enhanced space utilisation.
- Increased property value
Installation of bi-fold doors and sliding doors substantially increases the resale value of your property as it is an advanced mechanism.
- Secure locking system
Most bi-fold and sliding doors come equipped with a standard multi-point locking system, which secures the doors at various points around the frame and track. Steph Fanizza, Architectural Design & Team Manager
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The bi-fold door works on a mechanism where two or more panels are hinged together to fold in and out while slid open or shut, maximising your space at home. There are 2 main types of bi-fold doors:
- Bi-fold internal doors
Also known as fold back doors, these types are used extensively inside the house with limited space, where the door panels fold back to the door frame
- Bi-fold external doors
The bi-fold door external type is used to extend your indoors to the outdoors bringing in natural light and making your home look spacious. Here the doors slide on a track and fold either way for your convenience.
At Extension Architecture, our specialisation lies in designing bi-fold and sliding doors for your London homes, giving you bespoke services for your homes with the best door designs to enhance space and lighting in every part of your home. Here are some of the popular ideas our homeowners choose from.
Bi fold and Sliding door ideas
1: To link your indoor and extend towards outdoor area
When you prioritise good ventilation and natural light to seep into your house, this option is the best fit for you. For this, you can choose from a wide range of bi-fold doors external in function, made of mainly aluminium, the wood of your choice and uPVC type of bi-fold doors. 2: Enhanced aesthetic appeal for your home
Complement your home elevation with our modern and latest see-through door designs for your patio. Letting in more natural light can also provide many health benefits.
3: Design your cosy space inside your home
You may feel comfortable around your home, however, there is that one space where you feel the safest and be yourself. It could be a part of your bedroom or patio, or a tiny room facing a lake or a park. Our expert designers have the right design in mind to install the best-fit sliding door made of frosted glass to give you privacy and let in natural light and ventilation inside.
4: Make your small room look big and spacious
Using our sturdy sliding door, partitioning a small room from the rest of your house can make it look extra-spacious by blending with the rest of your home space.
5: Embellish your view from your home
Our wide range of tall sliding doors can give a royal stature to your home, along with captivating the entire view from within the home. Our slim frames and glass panes are durable enough to sustain external weather conditions.
6: Bi-fold internal sliding doors for a sleek look
Choosing from our multiple designs and materials of bi-fold internal doors can make an old-fashioned house look like a modern classic, giving a rustic yet cosy feel from within. These are ideal for elders who would like a quiet and peaceful life.
7: Classy interior enhancement
Choose from a wide range of ideas for your interiors where you can get your sliding doors of different themes like the barn door, castle door, church door etc, to bring in an interesting touch to your home elevation.
8: In-house conservatory set-up
If you are a science space enthusiast, setting up a small space at your home using our multi-pane bi-fold doors, including the roof can become your make-shift conservatory, so that you don’t have to miss any spatial phenomenon that occurs.Our designers choose the most transparent glass that is dust and weatherproof so that your view is crystal clear.
9: Uplifting daily chores with the perfect ambience
If you are someone who loves to explore new set-up within your home, then incorporating the internal bi-fold doors for spaces like your kitchen where you can have an entire glass sliding wall, sliding door wardrobes and closets can enrich your living experience to the fullest.
10: Incorporate built-in screens to your sliding doors
During the season when bug infestations are high, our specialised bifold door external setup includes screens to stop insect infestation inside your home, making it extra safe if you have kids and elders around the home.Conclusion:
According to a recent study by industry experts, the market size in the bi-fold and sliding doors industry is expected to increase globally by USD 3.05 billion and grow at a CAGR of 5.95% between 23 and 28. This market is picking pace and has become the new favourite among many homeowners.
Being one of the best specialists in home extensions, renovations and new builds, Extension Architecture provides dedicated services and helps you find your unique choice from the best bi-fold doors for your home.
