Bonjour and welcome to our Art of the Home gallery of delightful gate ideas! We chose seven photos just for you… hope you enjoy the visit!
A gate is a welcome sign that says you have arrived. It is a transition piece and main point of entry that takes you to tree-lined drive of an extensive estate or to a delightful secret garden with a meandering stone path. Gates may either provide security and safety (if attached to fences), or be a decorative element that complements your landscaping. At first glance, it may indicate the look of the house or stand out as a memorable accent piece that sets your property apart. It can also frame the view invitingly, offering guests a sample of what to expect beyond. Or it can be a pair of heavy and solid doors that can pique curiosity. Simple or elaborate, let your gate make the first impression as it welcomes family and friends with open arms.
A gate can give guests a glimpse of what’s inside. It can reflect your house exterior and may use materials and shapes that call back the overall style of your home for a cohesive look. The most classic styles use metal or wood that complement the pillars and the rest of the fence around the property. Picture a wrought iron gate with custom scrollwork to go with your stone or brick privacy wall. You can also keep the metalwork simple and modern with minimalist design. Or how about a latched garden gate which you can paint to blend in with nature, or stand out with a bright and eye-catching color. You can attach arbors and garden lamps to it so you can welcome guests with colorful climbing bouquets. You can also choose between a manual or automatic driveway gate that enhances security and privacy for you and your family. Equipped with easy access automated keypad, this type of keyless entry will allow guests to be buzzed in with minimal effort — modern and practical! Whatever size or shape, the gate is your first welcome to the path leading to your home.
So, join us as we make an entrance by checking out these delightful gate ideas. We hope you will be inspired by our photo selection and that you find one that resonates with you. Enjoy the visit and beautiful day to you!
1. Stepping Stones…
The Little Plus: the open design of this wrought iron gate painted in a beautiful pale sage green. Providing lots of visibility, this garden entryway in a subdued light green hue blends in with the surrounding foliage in the yard. And its curlicue design lends a cute touch to the tough iron material and stucco fence. And notice the stepping stone path leading into the garden with stone slabs in a shade calling back the fence – gorgeous!
2. Secret Garden Gate…
The Little Plus: the hand forged iron garden gate — custom designed specifically for this home is the epitome of the term, “making an entrance. The detailed open flower design connected to the similarly designed fence looks whimsical and so garden-appropriate with its flower theme. Also notice the pathway made of natural stone pavers in various soft shades that usher you into the luxurious garden.
3. Cap of Blooms…
The Little Plus: the wrought iron gate bustling with vibrant green (and pink) goodness from the vine covered privacy fence. And love the natural arbor exploding with pink bougainvillea blooms. We wouldn’t mind seeing this sweet welcome home everyday!
4. Stately Gates…
The Little Plus: the automatic driveway gate of this vast estate. Its open metal design makes for high visibility. Attached to stone columns, this gate is impenetrable…unless you want it to be! The metal double drive swing gate can be easily opened by an automatic keypad entry opening mechanism from the outside and via remote control from the inside. Also, the turnaround driveway leading to the house shows off the large trees and evergreens that surround the property acting as a natural fence.
5. Bespoke Fleur de Lys…
The Little Plus: the manual arched double metal gate with fleur de lys motif — giving that attractive transition from the stone and concrete columns and the dry stacked stone retaining walls that line the driveway. And the round stone post caps is in keeping with the overall French country design. Also, the healthy grass lining the pea gravel driveway create clean lines giving the entry a stately feel.
6. Lavender Lane…
The Little Plus: the Georgian swing iron gate with traditional hinge and finger latch. Cinder block foundation and the same iron railing spikes flank the pedestrian gate as the metal arch with the unexpected outdoor lamp serves ample lighting to guests. And don’t you just love the lavender flowers with their silvery grey leaves and rich violet blue flower spikes used as neat edging along the path to the front door flanked by topiaries… beautiful!
7. Cancello di Cipresso…
The Little Plus: the swing type metal double gate and posts — a stark contrast to the light colored gravel driveway. By planting cypress trees and shrubs, the homeowner created an au naturel privacy fence that borders the front of the property. The organic fencing makes the house look like it’s being embraced by nature.