Dual Side Gate

Built primarily as a walk through gate with the

option to open both and pull a vehicle or trailer in the back.

Trex composite wood was used to ensure a maintenance free gate while

retaining a neighborly fenced look.

Total fence length is 12ft x 6ft high.

Built 6/15/11

Jason O’Connor

 

“Jason built a beautiful gate for us this summer on the side of our house.  It’s so sturdy that it will last well beyond the many years we plan to live here.  It’s made of Trex, so we will never have to treat it with wood preservative–a big plus.  Jason also included a nice deadbolt on the gate that works with our house key, something we wanted for added security.  We have another gate we want Jason to build in the backyard, which we’ll get underway this fall.  Thanks for the great new gate, Jason!”

–Rod & Lisa Sly

Albuquerque, New Mexico

Driveway & Side-Entrance Gate

This gate was built with the convenience of both an automatic gate opener and a side-entrance gate.

Privacy, security, and added real estate  for the dogs were also the goals.

The side-entrance gate was keyed the same as the main house’s doors.  The 3’x6′ driveway gate swings freely on greased ball-bearing hinges welded to a concrete-filled square tube measuring 4″x4″ and 3/16″ thick. Both gates feel firm and stout for their daily use.

They blend nicely on the side of the house.

Built 3-4-2011

Designed and built by Jason O’Connor

“We were exceedingly pleased with the gate Jason made for our home.  He was very professional and his work has wonderful, artistic details. The gate is solid and will stand up to frequent use. Our next door neighbor admired it so much that he commissioned one for his own house!”  –Ronda and Mike

Ceder and Steel “K” Gate

The before shot shows what the new fence is replacing.

The gate allows access to park a vehicle on the side of the house, adds privacy, and offers security with a steel locking gate.

The challenge was working in a tight space–room for the gate to open, and room for a vehicle to pass through.

The distance is about 13 feet across, but the house’s eaves hang over for 2 of those feet.

This only left a little over 10 feet for the gate opening, and with the only swing option

being a right hinge that opens out, I was left with the option of a one-post mount.

(I should add that the vehicle they plan on parking here is an RV, so the height clearance of

the eaves mattered.  This is why I bumped out the fixed section of the gate two feet–so

they wouldn’t tear off their roof when backing in.)

Normally, I don’t like hanging gates over five feet on one post,

but as the height is at five feet and the gate is wood-filled, its

weight comes in at a little over 200 lbs, which isn’t too bad.

I compensated with a massive concrete ballast, a 4 x 4 x 3/16 post

filled with concrete, and re-bar.

The result was a free-swinging gate that still offered sufficient room to back in the RV.

Built 3-19-2011

Designed and built by Jason O’Connor

     “We are very pleased with the custom gate Jason O’Connor built for us.  

We needed a very wide gate and Jason built us one that is functional and attractive.  

One of the things I really appreciate is that even though the gate is large and heavy, it swings open and closed with very little effort.”

–Linda Kelly

Dual rose entry gate

To increase the security and privacy of a back courtyard, this steel-framed and wood-paneled gate was built six feet high and three feet wide to fit into the opening.

The inside of the gate is highlighted with two flowers.

The flowers and leaves are ordered in separate

stamped-out pieces, then welded on.

There is no coating on the metal in order to allow the rusting process to

proceed and to contrast nicely with the wood (stained blue by the owner).

The standard lock set hardware allow simple, secure latching and locking, along with the convenience of having them keyed the same as the rest of the house locks.

Pictures by Anacelie Verde-Claro

“Jason worked with me every step of the way to create a gate that is unique, beautiful, and functional. I love how the artisanal sturdiness of the solid steel construction combines with the delicacy of steel roses and stained wood. Jason is a joy to work with. He’s meticulous, inspired, and so thoughtful. My gate is a functional art for the home and gives me joy every time I see it. Thank you, Jason!” –Jess L, Albuquerque

Rose Door

Built in June, 2007, the screen door is made with stamped leaves and roses, along

with handmade large leaves.  Has no powder coat or clear coat, to allow it to rust naturally.  (Photographed by the artist)

               “My ‘rose door’ as I affectionately call it is one of my favorite parts of the house.  I continue to be very impressed by your artistry, both on my door and others I’ve seen you make.  It’s been four years now, and my door is still as beautiful and solid as it was on day one.”  –Anacelie V.C.