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Padé Vavra's avatar

Beautifully said. I’ve always believed hardware is the jewelry of the home—or commercial space, that add emotion and soul. Not just the finishing touch, but part of its personality, story and history. Talismans, that withstand time. That belief inspired ORYN Objects, an extension of my jewelry and interior design practice, I’ve created in collaboration with Klaus Rappensperger of Schnitzkräft metal artistry. We create each piece into something sculptural and deeply personal.

Would be honored for you to take a look. This is just the beginning.

@orynobjects

@padevavra

@schnitzkraft

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Thank you for sharing, Padé. I love that you are bringing this philosophy into physical form. XK

Lisa Di Venuta's avatar

Love this local arch salvage place in the Hudson Valley, Zaborski Emporium. They have everything. But my dream is to make custom knobs and pulls in eco resin and paint for a teak desk my grandfather built by hand 😎

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Crafting custom hardware for a piece with that much history is so special. I’ll have to check out Zaborski Emporium in Hudson Valley some day! XK

Anita C C's avatar

I decided to go on a hunt for a decorative wall hook while traveling in Lisbon last week and trekked to https://lojascomhistoria.pt/shops/ferragens-guedes and it did not disappoint. For my projects, Rocky Mountain Hardware is a go-to. Baldwin hardware has reliable unlacquered brass pieces, they are a good basic! Nice post!

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Love that you went hunting in Lisbon... and Rocky Mountain is such a great resource. Thank you for sharing! XK

jeffrey valles's avatar

Thank you for shining a bright light on our industry.

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

It deserves every bit of it! XK

CAM Studio by Christen's avatar

Yes absolutely this.

Alexandra Loew's avatar

We love Wilmette. Historically sensitive, wonderful proportions & finishes. Knowledgeable team. @wilmettehardware

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Adding to my list... thank you! XK

Natalie's avatar

Wandering the streets of Paris, I have stopped in to plumbing stores which carry amazing hardware, especially tub fillers.

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Paris plumbing stores are a hidden gem... such incredible finds! XK

Zsófia Mácsai's avatar

So inspiring! I love your perfectionalism

Sara Ledeman's avatar

Your article is fabulous. I have worked with several of those brands at one time or another. My latest project was specifying faucets for glass sink. I found glorious selection at Anthropologie !!! Polished stone and glass!!

Sledermandesigns

Kelly Wearstler's avatar

Thank you, Sara! Polished stone and glass is a beautiful combination. XK

Douglas and Douglas's avatar

Hello Kelly. Thank-you for highlighting the importance of hardware in an interior.

We are a South-African design & manufacturing business whom create hardware, homeware and furniture. Would be so honoured if you had some time to check out our online store.

www.douglasanddouglas.co.za.

and our instagram handle is @douglas_and_douglas.

Thank-you for being such an amazing inspiration to so many. X