Doors serve as entryways, barriers, and escape routes. While their primary function may seem straightforward, the design and placement are directly tied to how well they perform in different scenarios.
Door configurations must align with the intended use of the space to minimize risks and maximize accessibility. Whether it’s a family in a home or hundreds of people in a public building, proper door design is an essential part of emergency preparedness.
How Safety Affects Your Door Configuration
Though you may not have paid much attention to this fact, you have probably noticed that most doors on public and commercial buildings open outward while most front doors on residential houses open inward. The reason behind this is basically one of safety.
Public Buildings
Public buildings need doors that open outward so that, in case an emergency occurs, it is easier for large crowds of people to exit quickly. You may have also noticed that emergency exits feature those wide “panic” bars instead of door knobs or levers, and that is for the same reason.
Residential Doors
Residential doors that open inward have hinges inside the house, which make it more difficult for burglars and other intruders to damage a door and enter your home.
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