Must-See: Stone Door, Glass Wardrobe, and Other New Designs

You can make a strong impression not only with unique wallpapers or vibrant furniture, but also with an unusual interior door or wardrobe. Let's explore how the most modern of these interior elements are designed.

Door "in Stone"

A choice for those who are tired of standard finishing materials. Door panels for such doors are made from durable and easy-to-maintain ceramic tiles. The color and tone selection for "stone doors" is quite wide—from light and neutral to bright and saturated.

For example, the brand UNION offers up to 24 options. For maximum effect, frames and handles can be made from "stone." Doors in such a design look strict and minimalist, fitting perfectly into a loft or modern minimalism interior.

UNION Stone Door Finishes

Filo Argento, Oxide Moro, Blend Avorio, Blend Grigio, Oxide Nero, Pietra Antracite, iMetalli, Plumbeo, Pietra Perla

Glass Wardrobe

Constructions made of glass always visually lighten the interior. Glass reflects and transmits light into the room, so spaces with glass walls and shelves don't require additional lighting during the day.

For convenience, there is bright lighting inside the wardrobe. With it, the wardrobe looks especially impressive.

Moreover, a glass wardrobe can serve as an original way to zone space, especially since this approach is already popular among Italian designers. Such a wardrobe looks like a real art object.

UNION is currently the only company offering such a solution: its multi-section FIATO doors cabinet will look great both against a wall and in the center of a large room.

Furniture from Aluminum and Glass

Aluminum and glass are used not only for doors but also for furniture. A real sensation at the ARKH Moscow 2019 exhibition was UNION furniture and the brand's new concept—doors and furniture in one style. In addition to elegant yet durable aluminum profiles, a distinctive feature is the rich variety of glass shades. The facades of such furniture have a tactile effect, for example, velvet or silk. It seems as if the dresser or shelf is upholstered with the finest fabric.

Moreover, thanks to a holistic approach, interior design can be planned even during the rough renovation stage, ultimately creating a functional and harmonious space in color and texture. Additionally, such a unified ensemble makes the interior look cohesive and less cluttered.

Magnetic Lock

Have you ever seen one of these? No more sticking mechanisms or loud slamming sounds. A door with a magnetic lock closes securely and silently, no matter how hard you push it. When opening, just lower the handle—the lock demagnetizes instantly.

Reflective Glass

It goes without saying that a mirror surface visually expands the space. A mirror placed opposite a window increases room illumination nearly twofold, and the effect of multiple reflections adds depth and a unique, magical atmosphere to the interior.

Especially striking and unusual are doors and partitions made with Stopsol's reflective glass with a mirror coating. When light is on behind them, the glass becomes transparent and clearly shows what's inside; when the light is off, the properties of the glass change and it becomes a regular mirror from the outside.

Door Without Top Frame

A door can be installed using a frame without a top crossbar, "into the ceiling." The absence of frames and a unified wall and door plane make the interior feel very light and elegant. Tall doors significantly influence the overall perception of the interior. When open, they unite spaces in different rooms, allow more light and air into them. When closed, they emphasize and visually increase ceiling height. This technique is often used by many designers.

Sliding Mechanism Magic

Pay attention to the original way of opening a door using the Magic system—a hidden, eye-catching sliding mechanism. When opening and closing the door, it seems as if the panel moves along the wall like magic, floating in the air.