Architectural Driveway Gate for a Luxury Home Build

Client: Custom Home Builder / Fabricator
Location: Havelock North, Hawke's Bay
Products Used: Custom laser-cut gate infill panels, Locinox locks and hinges, Roger Technology gate automation

A bespoke home builder was commissioned to deliver a statement driveway entrance for a high-profile residential project. The architect specified a custom decorative gate — a large sliding design with intricate laser-cut patterning — which needed to balance visual impact with functional reliability and long-term weather resistance.

The fabricator sourced gate frames and all operational hardware through Edgesmith, taking advantage of the expert specifier service to ensure automation choices were appropriate for the gate's mass and wind loading. Powder coating was handled by Edgesmith to ensure the finished colour (a deep charcoal) was consistent across all metal elements, from the gate to the post caps and latch hardware.

The completed gate became a feature of the builder's portfolio photography and has been cited in subsequent enquiries. The homeowner reported that the automation system is seamless and the gate has maintained its finish in the coastal-adjacent environment. The builder now uses Edgesmith as their default hardware supplier for all premium residential projects.