Back to overview
At van Cronenburg's historic foundry in Ghent, Belgium, Peter van Cronenburg and Régine Yvergneaux oversee the creation of exquisitely crafted architectural hardware. The foundry, operational since 1802, specializes in both bespoke and classic pieces, serving a prestigious clientele that includes renowned designers. Recent projects include a striking brass tap designed as an owl, involving detailed processes from 3D printing to hand chiseling. The foundry's extensive archive, which features thousands of pieces ranging from antique to contemporary, supports their unique approach of digitally scanning, casting, and aging hardware to achieve a distinctive patina. This patina, carefully developed through traditional methods, reflects the history and usage of each piece, enhancing its personal and timeless quality.
Original article:
Architectural hardware - cereal. (2023, September 19). Cereal. https://www.readcereal.com/art...
