HOME STYLING


SHED SOME LIGHT ON THE ISSUE


You can transform an existing dark hallway – or dark internal spaces in a new build – by opening up the space using attractive Crittall-style glazed doors. Lucy Bartley of lucyb home explains how you can see the light


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rittall-style doors not only have a heritage industrial look, they also have the ability to maximise natural light, and make the most of both interior and exterior views. Adding this unique point of difference to your home gives bespoke versatility, as they can be made to order to meet your individual requirements. It is only windows from ‘Crittall


Windows Limited’ that can legally be called ‘Crittall.’ However, the term is widespread and used by many in a general way e.g. ‘Crittall-style’ to refer to this black steel framed style of windows. On a recent interior design/


refurbishment project, we utilised this practical and aesthetically pleasing style in the ground oor hallway space. The three key focuses were to allow more natural light, create ow through spaces, and create a division between the entrance hallway and the home office. Reecting and repeating the style of the doors, as a double door into the living room, gave synergy and balance within the hallway space.


The windows, doors, and panels, literally come in all shapes and sizes, characterised by the slim profile frames (usually in black), and an internal grid-like suared design. The frames are aailable in a variety of metal colours, with the glass being uted or plain. Doors are hinged single or double, and pending the supplier, the doors can be designed with visible hinges, sliding or concealed pivot mechanisms. With a variety of handle and lock options, there are endless possibilities to suit all schemes, taste and style!


Crittall doors can create a division between spaces; a partition that divides, but allows natural light in. Partitioning a space still allows the desired ‘solo


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