Jib Doors.....

.....a not so modern mystery

Jib doors have been around for hundreds of years, once to hide secret passageways or rooms, but are making a big comeback in modern interiors as well.  While the jib door may still be used to hide a secret room or passageway in today's interiors,  it has taken on a new use to blend in without disturbing the aesthetic of a space - such as if you are fortunate enough to have the luxurious hand-painted wallpaper of de Gournay grace your walls and would hate to take away from its beauty by having a door right in the middle.

Here are a few of my favorites I am currently swooning over.....one day

Traditional Entry by Flushing Interior Designers & Decorators Amy Jesaitis

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Photo credit unknown | Pauline Rothschild peering from jib door

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Contemporary Bathroom by St Louis Interior Designers & Decorators Savvy Surrounding Style

Contemporary Kitchen by New York Architects & Designers Agencie Group LLC

Traditional Staircase by Asheville Interior Designers & Decorators Alchemy Design Studio

Now typically I would certainly leave installing a jib door to a professional, but if you happen to be pretty confident in your craftsmanship skills involving building and woodwork, then I have found a source for you to attempt to do it yourself here.

I would love to hear how you have used a jib door or would plan to use one in your home - I am definitely adding this to the wish list for a future abode!

Happy Thursday!