Project Stories

See how a door with a surround makes a statement, setting your home apart.

From functional peep door grills and security shutters to elegant decorative designs, recycled grillwork can beautify your doors or gates.

View samples of designs to inspire you as we help design your custom front door.

Read how a couple created a kitchen that complements their beloved found objects and antique treasures.

Our custom cabinets are hand-crafted, always using salvaged lumber and finished with our proprietary, multi-layer, hand-rubbed patinas.

See how our multi-layered patinas can make even a white door have a depth and complexity not found in mass produced doors.

Consider that a bedroom entry door sets the tone for the decor within.

We created a replica of a set of carved antique double doors, honoring every original detail.

We custom craft even the most rustic of gates with a functionality that is thoroughly modern.

When planning a property gate, consider the purpose, the site of the gate, the design of the gate and the materials used.

A remodeled cottage gets a new, classic Santa Fe style gate that looks original to the historic neighborhood.

While replete with modern conveniences, this kitchen retains a traditional look which includes a gold stove hood surround made from a gold-leafed antique crown moulding.

A wine cellar door is the first impression of the collection within, which is more than just a collection of bottles – it’s very personal, and should be personalized as such.

The stove hood is the centerpiece in this remodeled kitchen, using carved antique column, several antique panels and two extravagantly carved antique corbels.

With a little bit of thought, planning and antique touches, a kitchen remodel can make your kitchen beautiful and a joy to use.

Hand-turned antique balcony rails, which become accent legs for the bar, was the inspiration for this Mexican style bar.

Get ideas on how La Puerta Originals can create a thoughtful, organized layout for your custom kitchen.