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Front door hardware
The art of entryways
Front door hardware that sets the tone for every welcome—seen and felt.
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Design begins at the threshold
It’s the first impression, the first point of contact, and often the moment a design reveals its true character. Whether it leads to a private residence, a boutique hotel, or a commercial space, the entryway plays a defining role in how the building is experienced. From the lines of the architecture to the choice of architectural hardware, it sets expectations, builds anticipation, and signals what lies beyond. At Formani, we believe the entrance should never be an afterthought. It is the first sentence in the visual and spatial language of a design—and like any powerful opening line, it has the ability to captivate.
Designing the welcome
A well-considered entryway is not merely a passage—it’s a carefully composed scene. It invites you in, yes, but it also communicates the tone of what follows. Through proportion, texture, material, and light, it begins to tell the story of the space. Every architectural decision at the threshold is an opportunity to express identity.
From the framing of the doorway to the silhouette of the front door hardware, every detail contributes to that first encounter. And while architectural volumes define structure and flow, it’s the detailing—the tactile elements—that bring the composition to life. In particular, door hardware plays an unexpectedly emotional role. It’s the one element that invites both sight and touch. A handle is something we instinctively reach for, often before we’ve fully registered the space around us.
Whether you opt for sculptural pull handles for front doors or timeless front door knobs, these hardware choices become more than functional necessities—they become silent statements of style and intention.
Materials that shape atmosphere
At Formani, materials are never just a means to an end—they are the messengers of mood and meaning. The finishes we choose are selected not only for their performance in exterior applications, but for their ability to evoke emotion and enhance architecture.
Our front door fittings and complementary hardware pieces feature stainless steel and advanced finishes such as PVD coatings and powder coating. These materials provide long-term durability, ensuring resistance to corrosion, scratches, and discoloration—even in high-traffic or exposed environments. But beyond performance, they carry aesthetic intent.
These surfaces do more than reflect light—they reflect a design philosophy. When used thoughtfully, they allow architects and designers to shape tone and atmosphere from the very first step. Front door hardware in these finishes can be used to create striking contrasts or support a ton-sur-ton approach. They can emphasize materiality or quietly disappear into the façade.
Hardware as the signature of design
In architecture, every detail tells a story—but some speak more clearly than others. Hardware, though often modest in scale, can act as a signature within the design. It reinforces the rhythm of the architecture, aligns with the geometry of the space, and adds refinement through thoughtful placement and proportion.
Imagine a raw concrete façade with a long sculptural pull handle in black; a warm timber door with a soft bronze knob; or a clean, white entrance accented by a sleek, stainless steel lever. These details do more than add beauty. They complement the architectural palette and contribute to the narrative of the space.
Front door fittings are also one of the few design elements that are directly interacted with. This makes them not only visual cues, but moments of human connection—where the hand meets the concept. That tactile experience turns a design into something personal. It is, quite literally, the touchpoint between user and architecture.
From front door to interior: a cohesive vision
Great design doesn’t stop at the threshold—it flows through every transition, connecting spaces and strengthening the overall concept. That’s why Formani doesn’t treat front door hardware as a standalone solution. Each of our collections is developed as a total concept collection, allowing designers to carry the same aesthetic language across the entire project.
Beyond the entrance, we offer a full range of matching hardware: interior door fittings, window hardware, and furniture fittings—all available in the same design lines and finishes as the front door hardware. This enables architects and designers to create harmony from outside to inside, and from large architectural gestures to the smallest interior details.
Design the entrance. Define the experience.
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