Lately I’ve talked a lot about brand identity and how you can incorporate it into your door and hardware specification, by using upgraded architectural hardware. There is a common misconception within our industry that the words ‘unique’ or ‘custom’ always includes a hefty price tag. While there are instances where this is the case there are also many brands and product lines that have little to no up charge to upgrade your architectural hardware to a design that portrays your organization’s commitment to quality. Countless hours are put into the design of your facility – why shouldn’t that continue to your door ‘furniture’?
We work with dozens of manufacturers and have the privilege to learn of the lesser-known pieces of architectural hardware that they offer. There tends to be a sense of uniformity within any industry in the types of hardware they use on their facility. Think outside the box to showcase the personality of your brand by using unique or even custom pieces that will wow anyone who walks through the door.
Using Architectural Hardware as a Design Element
These attractive levers are a part of Sargent’s Studio Collection and while the differences are subtle, they make a noticeable impact on the overall appearance of your facility. I don’t know about you, but I’d much rather see one of these levers compared to the traditional commercial levers on one of the striking wood doors we discussed in this post.
Sargent isn’t the only manufacturer offering upgraded levers at comparable prices. Check out these options from Dorma:
Not only are these innovators offering sleek lever designs, there are thumb turns to match most designs and an array of finishes to choose from. Whether you’re upgrading your current design or starting from scratch, these two product lines are a great place to start.
How do you implement design elements in your doors and architectural hardware? Leave your ideas and action plans in the comment section below and we’ll showcase our favorites on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook.
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