Architectural hardware serves a practical function that few buildings can do without. The products that fall within this category can be found in many of the world’s great building designs. They add the finishing touches that users experience effortlessly every day.
What is Architectural Hardware?
Architectural hardware as a term refers to the products that are designed, manufactured and installed enabling movement in, around, as well as for use within buildings of all shapes and types. It encompasses more than ‘Ironmongery’ which typically refers to products manufactured for fitting on to doors, with the most familiar pieces of architectural hardware being handles, locks, plates, signage, and hinges.
In this article, we spotlight a few examples of this time-honoured craft in practice.
130-year-old building transformed into a luxury home.
Product: Modis Lever Handle
Description: Solid stainless steel with a satin finish. The Modis handle uses a discreet insert rose which allows for everyday use whilst maintaining a clean design.
Bar & Restaurant luxury redevelopment
Product: Bespoke Pull Handle
Description: Unique brass pull handle, lacquered with satin brass finish, which when exposed to the elements will age beautifully over time.
Historic opera house and entertainment venue refurbishment
Product: Hinges
Description: Bronze finish projection hinges allowing the door to be opened flat against the wall
Former Scotland Yard Police HQ transformed into a high-end luxury hotel
Product: Bespoke Hook
Description: Bespoke ‘bent’ key shaped hook on ensuite bathroom doors, a subtly nod to the building’s past
58,000 sq ft of grade A office space in the heart of London
Product: Bespoke Plates & Signage
Description: Crisp modern door plates creating a striking contrast with the factory finished white doors.
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