Design Magnifique

The entrance to any space (whether it be a residential home, retail store, restaurant, hotel, etc.) becomes the first impression to those who enter inside. Much like a firm handshake and confident eye contact says about a person during first introductions, a door handle plays a similar role in identifying a space. Often overlooked, door handles can create a visual statement that can express the design style or character of a space. Door handles feed into two of our senses, that of which are sight and touch. Door handles can be visually captivating to the eye and allow us to connect to a space’s intended design philosophy or company branding. Also at the same time, being able to get a handle on a handle allows the hands to feel and become connected yet again to the space.

As interior designers we strive to connect our “audiences” (those experiencing a space) with their surroundings and we attempt this by engaging the senses through our meticulously thought out designs. So imagine being able to make that grand first impression count for something by allowing those entering your space to get a sense of connection before even actually entering. Allow me to introduce to you, for those not already familiar, the Phillip Watts Design door handles.

A design team founded in 1993 and based out in Nottingham, UK., the Philip Watts Design ensures its costumers quality at its highest degree, creative uniqueness, and attention to detail that sets it apart from others. The Philip Watts Design handles are hand casted and available in several materials and finishes such as: aluminum, brass, bronze, aged brass, aged bronze; and finish selections from bright polish to satin brushed. Also available is the option for custom designs. See below the many door handle options from small scale to larger scales.

Small scale door handles

Medium scale door handles

Large scale door handles

Also noteworthy is the fact that Philip Watts Design does more than door handles, they also create other stunningly playful designs for interior spaces.

All Images Via Philip Watts Design Website

So don’t let your door entrance make a bad impression, but rather let it attract and connect those embracing your space.

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It all started with Marilyn Russell telling me about a bathroom project she was offered to design using selected manufactures, products and NO Budget. Yes I said “no Budget”. So I automatically thought… OKAY…so this means creativity at another level, a mind blowing design with a huge personality behind it.

Indeed, that’s exactly what I imagined. “We” in the office and I mean DM team had fun watching Marilyn put all her time and heart to design the bathroom. The entire process was outstanding, the final product and design is simply marvelous. The overall design is so balanced and symmetric. It is a perfect functional bathroom. The color orange is what makes the space magnificent. I’m not a color person but looking at the space and knowing the design concept and the vision is what makes me say YES to Orange. I can now enjoy using all my 5 senses:

Touch: the texture of the tiles and the wall texture

Smell: the soap and the spa aroma

Hearing: the water running

Sight: The Orange color and the wall tile color combination, with a touch of espresso color

Taste: Coffee, water and/or wine

While living out of a suitcase for a couple of months; traveling from O-town to Miami, London, Minneapolis, Paris and Vegas, Marilyn Russell was working on this top secret project.

Well, the time is finally here, she will be going to New York “AGAIN” next week for the big press event. And I can’t wait….

Below are a few pictures so you can see and appreciate the great design produced by my business partner…