BESPOKE GARAGE DOORS WITH INTEGRATED FRONT DOOR
Bespoke garage doors with integrated front door offer architects a balance between aesthetic consistency and functional performance
For architects, designing a high value residential property demands a balance between aesthetic consistency and functional performance. One detail that often presents a challenge is how to manage the garage door and front entrance – two separate access points that can interrupt the visual flow of a building’s façade if handled poorly.
This is where bespoke garage doors with integrated front door offers a smart solution.
Instead of treating the garage and main entrance as two unrelated elements, architects are increasingly specifying a combined visual appeal. It uses matching materials, finishes, and lines and creates a sleek, unified appearance that aligns with the overall design intent of a property.
At Rundum Meir, we have been designing and manufacturing bespoke garage doors for over 50 years. We work closely with architects to create garage door systems that not only meet performance standards but enhance the visual appeal of a project.
Our integrated garage and front door systems are built to order, tailored to each project’s specific layout, style, and technical requirements.
Why architects choose bespoke garage doors with integrated front doors
Architects choose bespoke garage doors with integrated front doors because they solve multiple design and layout challenges in one move.
They create a clean, cohesive frontage and deliver a more refined user experience. And on high-end residential projects, these benefits matter. Clients expect architectural clarity and functional performance, and integrated access solutions deliver on both.
Design cohesion across the façade
When the garage door and front door sit within the same elevation of a building, inconsistency in materials, profiles or alignments can disrupt the architectural language of the property. Integrated systems solve this.
You specify two products within the same design and functional parameters, resulting in a unified visual outcome.
Enhanced user experience
Homeowners value convenience, and integrated doors improve how people access their home. Using bespoke garage and front door systems with integrated smart home technology, there is the option to create entry to both doors with a single fob, if requested from clients.
So, one entrance zone can include both pedestrian access and vehicle access, with automation and locking systems working together seamlessly.
Design considerations for specifiers
When specifying bespoke garage doors with an integrated front door, architects must balance aesthetic demands with technical performance. It is not just about how the system looks – it’s about how it performs over time, integrates with the rest of the building, and meets the expectations of the client.
Below are the main design considerations to keep in mind.
Material selection
Because both the garage and front door sit at the front of a property, any variation in material tone, grain, or finish becomes immediately noticeable.
To maintain visual continuity, specify matching finishes across both elements is crucial, and something we advise here at Rundum Meir.
We source the highest quality wood and aluminium for our garage doors. Species of timber include Spruce, Sapele, Hemlock, Cedar, Larch, European Oak, Douglas Fir and Iroko, and importantly we construct each door from the same piece of timber to ensure colour continuity and matching veining patterns.
Performance requirements
High-value homes require high performance. Integrated garage and front doors must meet the same thermal, acoustic, and structural standards expected across the rest of the building.
Start by considering U-values and airtightness. These door systems must prevent heat loss and resist air leakage – particularly when forming part of an insulated envelope.
Our bespoke door designs incorporate multi-layered insulation cores, weather seals, and precision installation detailing to achieve excellent thermal performance.
Acoustic performance also matters. If the door opens directly into habitable space or an internal garage that links to a living area, noise reduction becomes a priority. Our systems can include acoustic seals and sound-reducing panel components to help you meet or exceed Part E of the Building Regulations.
Types of bespoke garage doors
SIDE SLIDING
RUNDUM ORIGINAL GARAGE DOORS
The Side Sliding Rundum Original Garage Door brings elegant aesthetics with high functionality, making it a premium choice for high-value residential projects.
It is an excellent choice for architects looking to integrate a unique, high-quality, and functional garage door into their high-value residential projects.
SIDE SLIDING
SECTIONAL GARAGE DOORS
The Side Sliding Sectional Garage Door offers a unique combination of functionality, flexibility, and aesthetic appeal, making it a popular choice for both traditional and contemporary architectural projects.
It is a sophisticated solution that offers architects and homeowners a blend of style, functionality, and innovative design, making it a valuable addition to any high-value residential project.
OVERHEAD
SECTIONAL GARAGE DOORS
Our Overhead Sectional Garage Doors blend natural timber with sophisticated designs, ideal for high-end residential and commercial properties.
These bespoke doors, available in solid timber or insulated steel, feature panels that slide upwards into ceiling-mounted tracks. The design allows for smooth, quiet operation with torsion springs and provides excellent insulation properties.
Why specify our range of bespoke garage doors with integrated front door systems?
We work with architects, developers, contractors and discerning home owners on a daily basis, guiding you through the specification process. From initial briefings to design concepts, site visits, manufacture, through to installation and project handover.
Combining stunning aesthetic properties and German engineering, our range of quality overhead sectional garage doors complement many architectural styles, ranging from heritage Grade II listed buildings right through to modern, contemporary styles.
For over five decades, Rundum Meir has been at the forefront of bespoke garage door manufacturing, earning a reputation for unparalleled quality and innovation.
Our dedicated technical team are on-hand to offer you or your architect guidance and support at every step of the design process. Contact us by either telephone 0151 280 6626, email info@rundum.co.uk or filling out the form below.