Opening Acts

STREAMLINED OR SHAPELY, TEXTURED OR SMOOTH, THE PERFECT HARDWARE SETS THE TONE IN ANY ENVIRONMENT

FSB 1155

A slight bend in the multifunctional FSB 1155 lever allows it to be opened using a hand or elbow, making it an ideal option for hospitals, long-term care centres and other high-traffic settings. Offered in satin or polished stainless steel, it is impervious to scratching and highly resistant to commercialgrade disinfectants and cleaning agents. fsb.de

↑ ELAN

A square neck transitions gracefully into a wing-like lever — both only 13 millimetres thick — in this Patrick Norguet design. Made from brass, the piece has a pleasing heft and can be finished in chrome (shown), satin chrome, highperformance graphite or an anti-fingerprint matte black enamel. ento.it

→ INTONA

Designers Mario Mazzer and Giovanni Crosera looked to New York’s Guggenheim Museum and modern sculptures for the sinuous lines and balanced geometry of Intona. Six finishes are available: epoxy matte black (shown) or matte white, glossy or satin chrome, bronze and satin nickel. manital.com

↑ BLACK SATIN PVD

More than four years in development, Designer Doorware’s new Black Satin PVD finish has deep slate and grey undertones and is smooth to the touch. Durable and resistant to corrosion and abrasion, the surface can now be applied to nearly all of the brand’s interior hardware offerings. designerdoorware.com

↓ EMTEK SELECT

A mix-and-match series of levers, knobs, stems and rosettes, Emtek Select has expanded to include luxe marble and industrial knurled levers that each offer a different tactile experience. Coordinating or contrasting rosettes are offered in round, square or rectangular iterations for customizable installments. emtek.com