Entrances and Gates: Ironwork, Crests, and the Welcome Ritual

Thresholds frame visits. Ironwork filters vision; crests announce identity and authority at the very edge of entry.

Contents

• Ironwork Craft
• Heraldry and Identity
• Maintenance and Motion

Ironwork Craft

• Forged vs cast components mix strength and detail.
• Joinery and rivets reveal workshop logic.

Heraldry and Identity

• Crests condense history into a compact emblem.
• Repetition across gates unifies the perimeter.

Maintenance and Motion

• Protective coatings fight rust and pollution.
• Alignment checks keep heavy gates moving safely.