X Streams

Door Handle for Studio number 10

X Streams door handle, hand crafted from two pieces of reclaimed wood, with the smooth curve between the handle grip and neck breaking otherwise linear shape, providing both comfortability and durability. The process of fractal burning creates an intricate network of veins that are filled with either colored epoxy resin, or infused metal leaf such as gold and silver. This process creates the illustration of river streams and makes every single piece unique and non replicable.

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Unique Properties

The X Streams door handles are different to other conventional handles in terms of material choice and finish. By choosing reclaimed wood, and using the process of fractal burning to create the illustration of river streams, the designers process offers each piece an individuality that can not be replicated because the electric current chooses where the rivers in the design will flow. The smooth curve between the handles grip and the neck, feel pleasant to touch yet robust enough to perform its function. This additional nonlinear element elevates the overall shape of the handle.

Tags

Door handle, wooden door handle, door leaver, door hardware, X Streams, architectural hardware,

Production Technology

Two pieces of wood are required to be joined to ensure durability. The veins created by the process of fractal burning creates the illusion of river streams. The veins are filled with either a colored epoxy resin, or infused with a metal leaf such as gold or silver. They are finally covered with crystal clear epoxy resin to create the ultimate finish.

Design Challenge

This project faced two key challenges. One, to ensure the handle was fit for purpose in terms of comfort and durability. Secondly, executing the process of fractal burning in a safe manner whilst dealing with the added complexity of creating a three dimensional visual effect.

Project Duration

The whole project from an idea in December 2019 to fully functional developed product in December 2020 was created in Telford UK.

Operation Flow

Primary use of this handle is opening new spaces, however its distinguished finish, which attracts attention, plays an important part in integration of the entire environment around.

Research

Passionate about sustainability, the designer chose to use reclaimed wood from historic buildings as the raw material for his creations. Two pieces of wood were required to create one door handle to ensure the handle could endure daily use. Illustration of river streams running through the design infused by luxury metals, such as gold and silver, into his design creates three dimensional effect and kept the nature theme of the project.

Inspiration

The designer drew inspiration from nature. Why was wood, one of the most comforting materials to touch, overlooked as a material of choice when it came to creating a door handle? If doors themselves are made from wood, why do people often turn to colder material such as metals for their handles? The designer was convinced that there must be a way to make this versatile and sustainable material a work of art. These very thoughts led the designer on the quest of making a unique wooden door handle

Image Credits

Image #1: Photographer Roberts Howell, X-Streams gold leaf,2021 Image #2: Photographer Roberts Howell, X-Streams mix,2021 Image #3: Photographer Roberts Howell, X-Streams copper leaf,2021 Image #4: Photographer Roberts Howell, X-Streams box,2021 Image #5: Photographer Roberts Howell, X-Streams silver leaf,2021

Project Overview

X Streams Door Handle has been a Iron winner in the Furniture Accessories, Hardware and Materials Design award category in the year 2020 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

Iron Recognition

Jiri Marek was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2021, a testament to excellence of their work X Streams Door Handle.

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