Iconic Nichols Hills Home Adds New French Doors

Located just five miles north of downtown Oklahoma City, upscale Nichols Hills is home to this white brick home that sits on a gorgeous corner lot. Until recently, the well-known home sat vacant for quite some time, leaving many areas of the 30-year-old structure in disrepair. With a lovely vision for the home, the new homeowners have since gutted the home and begun the process of replacing all the doors and windows.

For one of the first projects in this complete remodel, the homeowners wanted to replace the old and decaying French doors with beautiful and modern alternatives. For many years, the old wood doors were not maintained. They slowly succumbed to moisture from Oklahoma’s humid summers and stormy weather, showing signs of rot and chipping paint. In addition, they were terribly inefficient, exposing several rooms in the home to drafts and leaks.

It was important to the homeowners that the replacement doors maintain the traditional charm of the home, so we recommended Pella Reserve – Traditional patio doors. Known for their unparalleled historic detailing, the through-stile construction and butt joinery of the replacement French doors nod beautifully to the traditional aesthetic of the home. Featuring the same traditional grille pattern and Ogee grille profile as their predecessors, the new doors and half circle transom deliver a few added benefits. The innovative Integral Light Technology® grilles create the authentic look of true divided light while delivering exceptional energy efficiency. The French doors create grand entrances to the home and fill the space with natural light.

The homeowners wanted to make sure their new wood doors would last. That’s why they selected wood patio door designs from Pella, which are equipped with several features to help ensure long-lasting durability and performance. Our advanced wood protection, EnduraGuard® protects the patio doors from the effects of moisture, decay and termites. To pop against the white brick, the homeowners chose an Iron Ore aluminum-cladding. The low-maintenance aluminum-clad exterior protects the doors from the elements and provides long-lasting beauty.

Replacement doors are breathing new life into this stately two-story home. The homeowners are incredibly pleased with the results and the Pella of Oklahoma team. With some of the doors needing replacement on the second floor, our team expertly maneuvered a boom lift on this corner lot of two very busy intersections to complete the replacement. The final results are stunning and made the effort worth it.