Walking down a tree lined street in Berkeley  with shingled houses steeped in the Bay Area shingle style, there's no shortage of inviting homes with front and side gardens.  I almost walked by this fence and gate without paying much attention as there isn't much  to distinguish it from many others.

Then I noticed.  The modest grape stake fence weathers beautifully and provides security plus privacy.  The simple criss-cross grill moves the eye up and gives measured glimpses -- where privacy is not a concern.   A simple trellis completes the fence and the unadorned brackets announce the gate.  The overflowing green vines promise viewers of delights beyond.  Its just there and it's friendly and nice. . . .LM