Security That Doesn’t Compromise the Look
In Flushing, this private residence features a dignified red-brick façade, traditional lanterns, and a formal side gate framed by brick pillars. The client wanted a stronger perimeter line—without changing the character of the entrance.
The solution was Gothic mounted cleanly along the tops of the brick pillars. From street level it reads like a natural architectural detail—quiet, refined, and proportional to the gate—while removing an easy “grab-and-boost” start point at the pillar caps.
Design intent: “Heritage + Discretion”
- Keeps the gate’s classic presence intact
- Adds a subtle, high-end deterrence line where intruders typically begin a climb
- Matches the dark metalwork and lantern hardware for visual unity
Installation Highlights
- Pillar-top placement: fortifies the most common climb initiation point
- Low visual noise: the profile stays elegant against brick and ironwork
- Detail matching: black finish integrates with the gate and lighting fixtures
- Perimeter continuity: a clean “no-handhold” message without overbuilding the entrance
Project Snapshot
- Location: Flushing, NY
- Site: Private residence — red-brick side gate entrance
- Application: Gothic installed on pillar caps
- Goal: Strengthen security while preserving a formal, high-end streetscape
