Welcome to our gallery of modern driveway gates including wood, glass and metal design ideas.
Aside from aesthetic reasons, driveway gates are, of course, a very functional part of the home as it adds another layer of security to your home, and helps clearly define your property. For those with pets in their home, fencing off their property and adding a nice driveway gate are best, so pets can utilize the outdoor spaces safely.
With modern materials and manufacturing techniques, anything is possible to do with your driveway gates. The best driveway gate design should complement the property and its surroundings.
Additionally, it should also fit your needs and lifestyle. Always consider your personal needs when choosing your design, as it will greatly affect its practicality.
For example, if you’re petite, a manually-opened massive driveway gate will be impractical. If you have a small space, accordion or sliding-type gates would probably suit your space better. There’s no one-size-fits-all solution, so assess your needs first before settling on something.
Types of Modern Driveway Gate Materials
Modern driveway gates come in many different materials, finishes, and combinations. Here are the materials popularly used:
Steel – the most common material for gates, and has been used many years ago. Steel can be molded into different shapes and forms, so whether you want to do a modern design or a more classic one, steel can get the job done
Stainless Steel – a little bit expensive initially, but will help you save on maintenance costs. High-quality stainless steel will not tarnish or get rusty even in extreme weather conditions, so you will not have to repaint it all the time
Wood – wood is also a popular choice for driveway gates. In modern applications, wood is usually used for decorative purposes, rather than structural purposes. Wood and steel are usually combined, creating an interesting contrast of colors and textures.
Glass – not as commonly used as the other materials mentioned, but glass can also be used for your driveway gates for a more posh, ultra-modern look.
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Modern Driveway Gate Ideas
The exposed aggregate driveway leads to poured concrete in different sized rectangles.
Modern Wood Driveway Gates
This design utilizes a variety of wood panel widths, adding vertical patterns to the gate design. This gate also features a heavy-duty sliding mechanism, making it practical if you have small spaces. The addition of the pedestrian gate entry also makes it convenient.
The massive garage gate has a floating design – the metal framing is all clad with wood, while the sliding mechanisms are fixed on the concrete fence wall, allowing the gate to go without the bottom wheels.
It also provides a pedestrian entry so you don’t have to open the massive driveway gate when you enter the property.The rough concrete driveway finish is low maintenance and a good option for a variety of climates.
Modern Metal Driveway Gates
A glimpse of the brick paver driveway that runs up to the house is possible through the decorative gate chain fencing.
The space behind your gate will practically be invisible from the outside but still allows light and air to flow into the property.
You will also notice that its vertical metal slat design complements the vertical slats used on the balcony railings, to create a cohesive look.
This driveway gate uses all stainless steel for the frames and the vertical metal tubes that adds both function and design. Because the tubes used at the center is thin, it maintains an open, airy feel to the property.
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