Originally Posted By: ducktapeguy
Personally, I prefer all exterior doors should be outward swinging to maximize space, the security aspect is a bonus.

Actually, the space issue is certainly one reason why the Japanese typically either have a sliding or outward swinging entrance door. Things can get pretty cramped there.

And I was just thinking that typhoons are probably another reason. Aren't outward facing exterior doors a feature in some homes in hurricane country? Izzy, help me on this one!