I thought I was over dark front doors, but the unusual paint strategy on Elizabeth Taylor's '70s home changed my mind – it's so innovative but classic

Elizabeth taylor reclining on a sofa.

I must confess, I have developed a case of black front door fatigue. Although I believe in the timeless power of the dark color, I've grown a bit bored of seeing it on the home of every celebrity I write about. Every celebrity, that is, except Elizabeth Taylor.

I uncovered an archival image of her terraced home in Hamstead Heath, London from 1973, showcasing the house Taylor purchased for herself (on the left), and the house she purchased for her son (on the right). Liz's front door is an enticing mix of dark and light front door colors. It features a deeply toned base, with bright white accents on the panelling.