House numbers are one of those small details that quietly set the tone for the whole front of a house. I've made thousands of them here in Auckland since 2007, and the modern look people ask for now is clean, considered and built to last outside. Here's where the style is heading, and how to choose numbers that suit your place.
The current direction is simple and architectural: clean sans-serif digits, plenty of space around them, and a finish that either sits quietly against the cladding or stands out as a deliberate feature. Oversized single digits, floating numbers held off the wall, and numbers set into a circle or square plaque are all popular right now.
Floating numbers. Individual digits fixed a few millimetres off the wall so they throw a soft shadow. Crisp and contemporary, and they suit render, timber and weatherboard equally well.
Numbers on a plaque. Your number set into a circle, square or rectangle. Great where the wall is busy or textured, or where you want the number and street name together.
Oversized single digits. One big number as a design feature. Bold, easy to read from the street, and a favourite on modern builds.
Cursive or handwritten. A softer, more personal take for homes that aren't strictly minimal.
Inground corten stakes. For long driveways or set-back homes, a number on a corten stake in the garden reads beautifully from the road.
Whatever the style, the finish is what keeps it looking good. I make numbers in powder-coated aluminium in black, white or gold, in corten for a warm weathered look, and in brushed marine-grade 316 stainless for coastal homes. All are made to handle NZ weather, so they won't fade or rust out.
Bigger than you think is the usual rule. Numbers need to read from the street, so measure the distance and size up if you're unsure. Mount them near the entry or letterbox, somewhere with a bit of contrast behind them, and keep the spacing even.
Every number I make is custom. You choose the style, size and finish, I send you a design proof to approve, and nothing is cut until you're happy. It's all made in Auckland, and current lead time is around 20 business days from approval.
Have a browse of my house numbers and my address signs for your number and street name together. If you've got a specific look in mind, get in touch.
I make them in powder-coated aluminium (black, white or gold), corten for a weathered look, and brushed marine-grade 316 stainless for the coast. All are built to last outdoors in NZ.
Big enough to read from the street. Measure the distance from the road, and if you're between sizes, go larger. Oversized single digits are on trend and easy to read.
Each digit fixes a few millimetres off the wall so it throws a soft shadow. The right screws depend on your wall, so I don't supply them, and my installation guide covers timber, render and weatherboard.
Yes. A plaque or floating address sign puts your number and street name on one piece. Have a look at my address signs for those.
Every one is custom. You choose the style, size and finish, I email a design proof to approve, and I cut it here in Auckland once you're happy. Lead time is around 20 business days.
Brushed marine-grade 316 stainless handles salt air best. Powder-coated aluminium and corten also cope well near the coast.
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Letterbox numbers that survive NZ weather and stay readable from the street. Sizing, contrast, materials and mounting tips - NZ made steel numbers and letters.
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