Inspirational handles for your decor
“The handle is the signature of a kitchen cabinet door, bathroom or piece of furniture and it is also the detail that makes all the difference. That's why you have to choose it well, ”advises Anne Michaud, general manager of Distribution 2020, a division of Richelieu.
If we first choose a model for its function and its usefulness, we must also think about its style and the material to be preferred. Linear, textured, round, extravagant, metallic, minimalist, etc.: there are handles of all styles and for all tastes!
All in curves
This year, curves are in the spotlight. The round shapes, abundantly seen on furniture and decorative accessories, carry over to the handles. Even the slender or rectangular models adopt rounded corners and more sinuous and organic shapes. But it is especially the button handles that hold the attention. They creep everywhere. These perfect rounds cover themselves in different colors and textures, adding a personalized and feminine touch to a more classic piece of furniture or even to a cabinet door.
The work of the creators
Some cabinet handles are works of art. This is the case of the handles and knobs from the Muse collection, which were created by fashion designer Jean-Claude Poitras for the Richelieu company and which are sold at Distribution 2020.
The seaside spirit
A strong trend in decoration is the seaside style, which goes from the outside to the inside. Note the presence of ropes on the interior furniture, the addition of Provençal textiles and Mediterranean-style wallpaper. Even the handles are inspired by it. The Richelieu collection also includes a model made of jute and metal, right in the style of the season.
Popular, brushed metal!
The brushed metal finish is the most popular this year. Ranging from brass to the popular champagne bronze hue, this satin-like finish covers cabinet door handles. The most current trend is to match metals from handles to faucets and even to light fixtures. The result is a more harmonious decor, with a touch of brilliance and refinement.
Sought-after textures
The handle must also be pleasant to the touch. This is why several models, including those in the Autore collection, offer various exclusive finishes, including Istanbul bronze, smoked glass and rose nickel, as well as new textured designs that appeal to the sense of touch. Autore aims to be a timeless, refined and European-inspired luxury collection. His designs follow in the footsteps of furniture trends.
Unusual handles
Handles can also be fun and quirky. Handles in the shape of skulls, others that reproduce puzzle pieces or even Swarovski crystal jewelry: these are unusual shapes that are sure to make you smile. Where to put them? It depends on the model. These more extravagant handles come to personalize a space, for example, the chest of drawers in a bedroom, or even the storage cabinet in the garage. They are also popular
in shops.
Microbial proof
It is known, one of the most often affected objects is the handle. A simple solution to prevent the transmission of viruses and bacteria is therefore the installation of anti-microbial and anti-bacterial cabinet handles. These embed and seal an antimicrobial agent into a copper, stainless steel or brass alloy. Distribution 2020 has a complete collection, whether for cabinets, appliances, glass doors or even built-in models.
Up to appliances
Did you know? Distribution 2020 now offers handles specially designed for household appliances. You can thus replace the original handles with coordinated models in a contemporary style, thus creating a more up-to-date and modern kitchen, or even by matching the cabinet handles to the new appliances on the market.
In fact, with more than 130,000 hardware products and accessories, including an impressive selection of handles and knobs, Distribution 2020 offers the largest selection of specialized hardware in North America. Come and discover them at 4500, boulevard Wilfrid-Hamel or on the online store at www.boutiquedistribution2020.com .
