what we think about differently when we think about ironmongery………………
what if we could………………………………………….
a user centric approach to ironmongery
from complexity to simplicity – how might we improve your access?
simpLever handles
recyclable solid plastic lever handles paired with 5mm escutcheon
Design Patent 30201805176R
Design Prototyping – possible retrofit of manual sliding door system with concealed door closer with extended guide rail, to achieve self-closing functions
After the 4th iteration, things start to fall in place or fall apart…….
What if you could…..and you would….
pivoted door with concealed frame, lock and key cylinder mounted inside door frame
for transparency……..
lever handle with slight depression to hold clothes hangar so that it does not slip down the handle
pull handle made with recycled bamboo poles
for the convenience of the users………
Flip Handle
wayfinding and placemaking
exit door for occupancy load > 50 persons
‘fulcrumatic’ accessibility
sealing the sliding door…..
imperfect symmetry
elbow handles
2πr doors
curved door with concealed fixings
curved pocket sliding door detailing
prismatic view to visualize how the ironmongery fits in its surroundings.