Let’s be real: hardware doesn’t always get the attention it deserves. But the truth is, it’s one of the easiest ways to make a space feel thoughtful, elevated, and personal. The right knob or pull can totally transform a cabinet — and the best ones aren’t coming from giant factories. They’re being designed and handmade by artists and studios who treat hardware like sculpture.
That’s where small-batch, artisan lines come in. Brands like Marion Cage, Lo & Co, Mi & Gei, Chapman & Bose, PullCast, and Ged Kennett are doing things differently — focusing on design, materials, and craft in a way that feels fresh, intentional, and seriously beautiful.
Artisan hardware is like the finishing touch you didn’t know you needed — the little detail that makes everything else feel complete. It shows that someone really thought about the space. And in a world full of sameness, there’s something refreshing about pieces that are made in small batches, by people who actually care about design and craft.
So whether you’re designing your dream kitchen or just swapping out knobs on a vintage dresser, these brands are worth the attention. Because the smallest details? They’re often the ones that speak the loudest.
We’re excited to champion these six brands in the Alexander Marchant family, because small-batch hardware is like the perfect pair of shoes – it pulls everything together, shows your personality, and makes your space feel considered.
Marion Cage
Based in New Orleans, Marion Cage brings an architectural eye and jeweler’s precision to hardware design. The line is clean yet tactile, luxurious yet restrained — a testament to Marion’s background in both metalsmithing and industrial design. Each piece feels deliberate and quietly daring, often blending wood, bronze, and enamel in compositions that straddle the line between sculpture and utility.
Lo & Co
Sydney-based Lo & Co has quickly earned a cult following for its modern, geometric silhouettes and fearless use of finishes — from brushed brass to matte black and marble. There’s a playful elegance to their collections, with forms that feel fresh and fashion-forward, often drawing inspiration from Art Deco and modernist references. Perfect for interiors that lean contemporary but want a bit of edge.
Mi & Gei
Founded by a husband-and-wife duo, Mi & Gei (short for “mission” and “gesture”) celebrates the tactility of handcraft. Their designs are often inspired by global travels and traditional materials — think hand-hammered brass, intricate woodwork, and an organic sense of form. Every knob and pull carries with it a sense of story and place, offering warmth and character to any space.
Chapman & Bose
Chapman & Bose specializes in finely cast bronze hardware that feels at once timeless and unexpected. Their collections evoke the patina of age, yet never feel retro. With textures that range from smooth to deeply striated and finishes that glow softly rather than shout, Chapman & Bose pieces work equally well in heritage homes and avant-garde interiors.
PullCast
PullCast redefines hardware as sculpture. Based in Portugal and rooted in a design culture that values art and craftsmanship, PullCast offers bold, often whimsical pieces that draw inspiration from nature, architecture, and couture fashion. These are not background players — they are focal points, conversation starters, and declarations of design confidence.
Ged Kennett
Handmade in England, Ged Kennett’s hardware is minimalist in form but rich in presence. With precision-milled lines and a focus on brushed and polished stainless steel, the pieces carry a quiet sophistication that elevates without overwhelming. It’s a line for the true modernist — where restraint becomes the ultimate luxury.
