Colorful doors

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To say we have an affinity for colorfully hued doors is an understatement. From brilliant blue to sultry sienna, the collection of doors below has our hearts skipping a beat. These bright and lively beauties hail from around the world, with each more intriguing than the next. Most rustic, some ornate, we'll take one of each. Doesn't it make you wonder what lies behind each lovely door?

Intricately painted doors in Morocco welcome guests and leave tourists eager to peek inside. The vivid reds, ochres and blues stimulate the senses.

Another Moroccan door gives an ornate, yet rustic feel. This wooden door has lots of curb appeal.

This door from the Silk Road region in western China has an intriguing story that we would love to hear. A soft patina adds loads of character the entry.

A palace door in Istanbul greets with a soft gold and ornate flora design. The elements haven't taken their toll on this facade as it is still offers a charming welcome and an intriguing exterior glimpse of what the home's interior design might look like.

Another brilliant blue door welcomes family and guests in Sidi Bou, Africa. Blues in public and private spaces are common in North Africa because they are said to repel flies.

The tree of life design on this vivid door is very ornate compared to its canvasóan old wood panel door.

Sage green gives this entry a soft and peaceful feel. Two concrete lions, stand guard flanking either side of the arched doorway.

Lovely ochre and sienna play nicely together at this front door. Do you think there is a garden beyond or a charming home with lots of cool interior design ideas just waiting to inspire us? Images 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8

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