swan doors

“Swan doors” are front-hinged like normal, but open outwards and slightly upwards, angling away from kerbs—think Aston Martin doing yoga. They’re not gullwings (roof-hinged) and not scissor doors (vertical), just a posh twist on the ordinary door that saves your paint from tall kerbs and adds theatre at the café. Pros: easier clearance over kerbs, a touch of drama, and fewer thigh bruises from low sills. Cons: still need side space, complex hinges, and you’ll look ridiculous if you bang them on a low carport. If you want the full peacock effect without the circus, swan doors are your tasteful flex.