With the shared principle of striving for perfection through design, we collaborated with 1508 to develop a lever handle that embodies a contemporary perspective on the art of the renaissance period; a classic reinvention that creates the contrast between raw and refined. 

Taking inspiration from Michelangelo’s works, the handle itself resembles the tool used to create intricate contours on stone and marble.  The resulting form is carried across all the pieces in this collection, making for a truly simple and ergonomic design across the cabinet pulls and T-bar.

We are thrilled to partner with internationally recognised interior designer Anca Rotaru on exciting new products.

Introducing the Contour collection

The design journey

There are three layers to the final design: the simplest form is one piece of solid brass; the second has the brass inlay to allow you to work with a split finish; and the third enables you to take the insert and use any material, such as marble or timber, for a fully customisable piece.

A stunning range that can fit within many different design aesthetics, we love how the simple but beautiful form of the collection gives you huge design freedom.

We hope you love and feel inspired by this collection as much as we do.

Making it your own

The year Michelangelo began his famous piece at the Sistine Chapel, is, with the addition of a decimal, also the length of this lever - 150.8mm.
The legacy continues, as inscribed on the underside of each lever handle is MDVIII. 

The year of 1508

The lever design drove the concept and allowed us to grow the collection from there.  We moved into the cabinet hardware, exploring pulls in different sizes and inlay options.

Including T-bars in the collection was a must as they’re a popular product and their form really accentuates the design, particularly when you have the inlays. 

Introducing cabinet hardware

The main objective with the Contour collection was to create a handle that is accessible to a broader range of projects, both in terms of budget and aesthetic.

We’ve done this without compromising on the design, creating a handle that truly is exquisitely elegant. 

One element of this design journey that has felt like an accomplishment is the softness of the final product.  A lot of our handles are about symmetry and straight lines, whereas this is about curves and soft form.

Getting that soft feel in-hand with a CNC-machined piece was one of the biggest challenges, particularly when you have two brass parts meeting – the inlay and the scoop of the main piece – that need to sit together with no harsh lines. 

Reflecting on the design

The Contour Collection

Contour Inspiration - Glyptothek Art Gallery

A contemporary perspective on Renaissance art; the contrast between raw and refined.

1508 London

It has been our great pleasure to work alongside award-winning architecture and interior design studio Michaelis Boyd on creating some exquisite new product ranges. 

Based in London and New York, Michaelis Boyd designers create spaces that stir emotions, inspire contemplation and help people reconnect with nature. Their works spans five continents, including heritage building restorations and renovations and new property builds of luxury hotels and private members’ clubs.

About Michaelis Boyd

Introducing the Scala Collection

The Scala Collection

Introducing the Infinity Collection

The Infinity Collection

Scala Door Pull (DP1065) in BN & MABW (Web Crop)

Vintage Car Steering Wheel

Translating distinctive Art Deco and Vintage shapes into hardware.

Michaelis Boyd

Founded in 2005 by Creative Director Mike Fisher, Studio Indigo has garnered a reputation for impressive luxury design and yet distinctive character, successfully paired via a multi-disciplinary approach encompassing interior design, architecture and estate management. 

The Studio has worked on a range of prestigious projects within the UK and across the world with a luxury portfolio extending across a diverse range of sectors including residential, commercial developments, yachts and aviation.

About Studio Indigo

The Tiro Collection

Our Collaboration

A word from Studio Indigo

Tiro Group Shot - Banner Crop

Square Crop - Tiro Inspiration Shot (Dolomites)

A collection of organic hardware seen through a contemporary perspective.

Studio Indigo

The Collaboration

Collett Design Associates’ latest collaboration with us has given rise to the Collett range of lever handles, door and cabinet pulls. The focal point of all these products is the shaft made from the finest Italian marble or from glass.

Marble choices of White Onyx, Green Guatemala, Red Laguna and Black Portoro give jewel-like finishing touches, perfectly complementing a luxurious design scheme.

Joseph Giles Managing Director, Giles Harwood, noted: “Using marble was a first for us. It’s taken the finished product to a new level of luxury. We very much enjoy working with the visionary designers at Collett Design Associates and look forward to the next project”.

Introducing the CZ Collection

The CZ Marble

The CZ Glass

CZ Marble Door Pull (DP1053) in DBZW & GGM (Arty).jpg crop

Stairway of National and University Library of Slovenia, Ljubljana

Celebrating fine Italian marble and glass.

Collett Design Associates

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Launching the beautiful Contour collection, designed in collaboration with 1508 London.

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