Current Project; The Kratz Residence

Stainless impact glass entry door, with electric locks.

                                    This project is a second time around project. First, a bit of history.... Back in 92’ I was approached by Dr. Gerald Kratz to build a set of hurricane proof doors. “Ole G.H.”, as we lovingly refer to him, had a very over priced set of doors blow in on him during Hurricane Andrew. He asked me to create a set of doors that were, as he put it impenatrable . So, the “Fortress 5000 doors” were created. G. H. and I were of the same mind. We both lived by the rule “Nothing succeeds like excess”. The new doors were made of 1/2” plate aluminum, clad with cypress, and equipped with key pad operated electric locks. In addition, actual bullet-proof glass was used for the side lights.

Fast forward a few years to today. The Kratzes have moved to a new residence, and it is time to build a new entry. This time around we have the benefit of input of his wife Peggy. She has requested a more “refined” product, as well as a more modern one. In the original entry we went for bulk, and were stuck with the materials of the day. This time, we will have the best of both worlds . Also, our shop is far more sophisticated now, than it was back in 92’

Here are some pictures of the early entry, A set of photos of the new entry will be posted as they become available.