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10 Favorites: Architectural Hardware as House Jewelry

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10 Favorites: Architectural Hardware as House Jewelry

February 22, 2013

It used to be that when my husband was in the doghouse, the peace offering would be a pair of earrings from our favorite jeweler, Ted Muehling (we’re talking serious doghouse).

These days, I ask for architectural hardware–in other words, jewelry for the house. In my newly found maturity (less vain, less selfish, and less self-centered), I realize that house jewelry is a much better investment; to be enjoyed by all on a regular basis, including the husband. Here are the top ten favorites on our list.

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Above: The simple, sculptural Cabinet Knob from UK company Izé.

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Above: A graceful, handcrafted brass Door Handle by Van Cronenburg Architectural Hardware from Belgium.

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Above: A Brass Lockset inspired by those found in historic homes by Van Cronenburg Architectural Hardware from Belgium.

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Above: Brass Lama Door Handle, designed by Gio Ponti; via Olivari.

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Above: A continuous piano hinge can add a subtle accent. For sourcing information, see Elegant Piano Hinges.

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Above: A perfectly proportioned Door Pull by by Van Cronenburg Architectural Hardware from Belgium.

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Above: Whenever Justine visits her friend Marnie, she eyes up this egg shaped Brass Door Knob from Baldwin.

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Above: Mixing gold and silver is no longer taboo, this goes for personal jewelry as well. Photograph by Annabel Elston via World of Interiors.

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Above: The 4-inch diameter door pull (catalog no: 4000PM) from the Vervloet Contemporary Collection at New York-based E. R. Butler is an heirloom piece.

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Above: Handcrafted brass Saucer Pulls and Key Pull by New York artist Carl Martinez.

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Above: Two Plant Hooks shown in situ at the Coqui Coqui spa in Mexico (photo via The Selby).

We are big fans of household accessories that acquire patina and personality over time. See 66 back posts of accessories that will acquire a patina to bring personality into your home.

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