Steel doors have become an increasingly popular choice in residential construction due to their durability and performance advantages. Choosing the right steel doors for home use involves understanding how they contribute to safety, efficiency, and long-term value while supporting modern architectural needs. Why Are Steel Doors Used? Steel doors are known for […]
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Wood doors and windows have been integral to residential design for generations. Their natural appearance, adaptability, and functional benefits make them a practical choice for many home styles. Selecting the right wood doors and windows requires an understanding of how they contribute to comfort, energy efficiency, and long-term durability. The Function […]
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Wood has long been a preferred material in residential construction due to its versatility, warmth, and structural reliability. Choosing the right wood doors for home use involves more than appearance alone. Factors such as durability, insulation, maintenance, and compatibility with architectural style all play a role in ensuring long-term performance […]
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Doors serve as a structural and visual anchor in residential architecture. From providing security to influencing energy efficiency, the quality of a door often depends on how it is manufactured. Working with experienced door manufacturers in Los Angeles, CA, gives homeowners and construction professionals access to products designed for durability, […]
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Selecting the right doors is an important decision for homeowners, architects, and builders alike. Doors play a critical role in security, insulation, durability, and overall design appeal. Working with a reliable door supplier in Los Angeles, CA, helps ensure that these functional and aesthetic requirements are met while also accounting […]
Read moreBathrooms are often overlooked in the design planning, as they’re typically not the first place in a home to try something trendy. With these new design trends for showers and saunas emerging to the scene, your bathroom can experience a fresh, timeless makeover. Seamless Shower Seamless Showers are taking over, especially in smaller bathroom spaces. […]
There is an abundant amount of research out there that discusses how natural elements, especially natural light, can positively impact your health. According to a study done by NC State University, natural light can be attributed to five key health benefits – most of you have probably not even considered. Get a Vitamin D Boost […]
According to the Window & Door 2018 Industry Pulse survey, the latest trends show that more clients are requesting large format, custom doors. With larger, custom projects comes more complex installations. It’s key that manufacturers and dealers maintain successful relationships to provide a smoother experience for everyone involved in the project – especially the end […]
Portella is very excited to be a part of A’18 – the AIA Conference on Architecture 2018 where experts and icons in the field come together to discuss what’s new and trending in the world of design and architecture. With a phenomenal speaker line up this year – including Sir David Adjaye and Sheela Søgaard, […]
A front entry door can be a featureless portal that is quickly unnoticed after stepping into a house, or it can be the beginning of a homeowner’s aesthetic, setting the design standards and artistic direction of what’s inside the home. Our homes allow us to create intimate designs that influence the flow of light, color, […]
You may have recently noticed the slow change in the hue of metal doors, windows, and equipment in hospitals and medical facilities across the world. The ever-increasing list of metal options is giving way to a variety of unique architectural finishes. The hard glare of stainless steel is slowly being replaced by warm and comforting […]
Steel-frame windows are becoming a favorite design trend of many architects and homeowners. The custom configuration adds an industrial element and luxurious feel to an otherwise traditional home. The thin steel framing of glass brings natural illumination into your home and can work as a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living spaces. With numerous […]
2018 has arrived in full force with new design trends on the horizon. Portella Steel Doors and Windows has predicted the top eight kitchen trends for updating your designs. Top kitchen design trends in 2018: Pops of Color Although white is a classic, go-to color for kitchen design, homeowners are beginning to expand their color […]
To be seen, or not to be seen, the choice is yours…at the flick of a switch. Are curtains drawing to a close? Glass that switches from transparent to opaque may soon replace the need for blinds. Curtains have been used for hundreds of years – but new technology means their reign could be drawing […]