selected work

Modern multi-story house with a white exterior, black garage door, and landscaped front yard with plants and outdoor lighting.

Custom fabricated Corten steel planters designed to bring warmth, texture, and architectural presence to the front elevation. Built to age naturally and enhance the property for years to come.

CORTEN PLANTERS

TWIN PEAKS Residence

Wooden staircase with white wall and metal handrail, window in the corner letting in natural light

SOLID HANDRAIL

POTRERO HILL Residence

Custom fabricated solid steel handrail designed to complement the architecture while providing a durable, code compliant solution for everyday use.

Modern balcony with outdoor seating and view of lush garden.

CUSTOM GLASS RAILING SYSTEM

PRESIDIO Residence

Custom steel and glass railing system fabricated and installed by Iron Elevation, featuring concealed metal mounting and a custom black cap rail for a clean, modern architectural finish.

built in san francisco

Worker welding metal in a workshop, wearing protective gear and welding helmet, with sparks flying.
A man wearing safety glasses and a dark jacket sitting on a construction site with wooden framing, a red ladder leaning against the structure, and a cityscape with tall buildings in the background.

THREE GENERATIONS of craftmanship. built to last.

Born and raised in San Francisco, Jacob founded Iron Elevation on a simple belief: exceptional work speaks for itself.

As a third generation family metalworker, he learned early that quality is measured in the details. The fit of a gate. The alignment of a railing. The finish of a weld. The way a project performs years after installation.

Today, Iron Elevation designs, fabricates, and installs custom gates, railings, fencing, CorTen planters, glass systems, and architectural metalwork throughout the Bay Area.

Every project is approached with careful planning, thoughtful design, and a commitment to craftsmanship from start to finish. Materials are selected for durability. Details are considered with purpose. Installations are completed with the expectation that they will be enjoyed for decades.

Whether working with homeowners, architects, designers, or property managers, the goal remains the same: create metalwork that complements the property, enhances its value, and stands the test of time.