Porticos
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This traditional portico was designed and fabricated for a renovation in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
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This portico and entry were designed after the notable Bishop White House at 3rd and Walnut streets in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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This classical entryway displays a modern twist to a traditional design by utilizing glass, sidelights and transom as rustication around the door.
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Historic Doors incorporated this new door and sidelight unit into an existing portico in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
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The pedimented overdoor seen here enhances the standard trim of the door opening below.
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Porticos
A well-designed entryway will welcome its guests and invite them in. Porticos, surrounds, and overdoors refine an entry by indicating hierarchy among a building’s various entrances. By extending and framing the doorway, these elements provide signals as to how one should make their approach and even which doorway to choose depending on the visitor’s purpose and familiarity.
We combine an understanding of appropriate architectural detailing with sound traditional building practices. Our design and fabrication capabilities can transform a simple opening into an entryway that will add value and charm to your property.
Historical Note
The term portico often refers to a covered entrance supported by columns. Porticos are most often found at the front entrance to a building. The number of columns used to support a portico determine its architectural name, such as tetra style, for example. Popular in Greek and Roman times, porticos first appeared in America around the 1750’s. In the northern states, they were usually of modest proportion. The south often built larger porticos, often reaching two stories high.