Anyone who has ever occupied a home furnished with the dreaded "landlord special"—outdated cabinetry paired with mismatched handles, a botched paint job, and give or take some painfully low-budget tiling—knows that the smallest details matter immensely in interior design. Even swapping out the knobs or pulls in a rental can make an inherited, generic space feel more personal and pulled-together, while some fresh ornamentation can easily bring a weathered, dated piece of furniture directly into the 21st century.
Considering the massive boom in the hardware market over the past few years—marked by the high-profile launch of the hardware showroom Petra in 2024 and a steady stream of independent makers entering the design space—it is abundantly clear that the design world is operating on the same wavelength. From major retail giants to specialized artisan workshops, curators and editors have taken note of an expansive shift in how everyday fixtures are viewed, moving away from utilitarian afterthought and into the realm of sculptural design.
Anthropologie
There is an inherent playfulness imbued in almost everything that Anthropologie produces, and that philosophy certainly extends to the brand’s carefully curated selection of hardware. Abandoning traditional, sterile forms in favor of whimsical, conversation-starting shapes like spiraled seashells and fluffy clouds, these pieces offer renters and homeowners an immediate injection of personality without requiring a major renovation. Offerings such as the Conchita Seashell Knobs and Sun Icon Knobs demonstrate how small accents can completely transform the character of a standard dresser or kitchen island.
Art & Forge
Based in Norfolk, Virginia, the creative duo behind Art & Forge has successfully crafted an entire ecosystem dedicated to elevated hardware. Here, stone-accented knobs go hand-in-hand with striking, whimsical backplates, while designer collaborations with industry figures like Suzanne Kasler enhance classic bar pulls and round knobs with intricate etched details. The brand has even partnered historically with Colonial Williamsburg to faithfully recreate 18th-century silhouettes using modern manufacturing techniques, bridging the gap between classical heritage and contemporary craftsmanship.
Bankston Architectural
Bankston Architectural’s hardware portfolio, created in collaboration with prominent designers and architects, puts a distinctively graphic spin on everyday knobs and pulls. The brand regularly experiments with unusual materials, such as striated wood handles, alongside striking geometries like sea urchin-like stars and contemporary pulls that challenge conventional architectural forms.
Buster & Punch
If you have ever encountered a distinctively notched light dimmer or cabinet pull in a modern hospitality space or high-end residential project, the odds are high that it originated from Buster + Punch. The British design brand has cleverly honed a signature silhouette so recognizable that it has essentially become a hallmark of contemporary industrial style. Coordination is key within their catalog, meaning that everything from bathroom towel hooks and toilet paper holders to cabinet knobs and heavy pulls is manufactured to match across a cohesive array of durable finishes.
Beata Heuman
Noted AD100 interior designer Beata Heuman, celebrated globally for her deeply colorful and eclectic interiors, first branched out into manufacturing cheerful hardware in 2019. Working closely with skilled artisans in Florence, Italy, Heuman helps craft each unique shape, ranging from polished brass bow handles to tactile, rope-like knot knobs that bring a sense of organic movement to cabinetry.
Crate & Barrel
Crate & Barrel’s approachable, modern take on home furnishings carries over seamlessly to their simple, streamlined fixtures, which are designed to suit a wide variety of architectural spaces. Their collection features everything from sleek brushed metal pulls to heavily textured options that cleverly mimic the organic forms of tree branches, offering a subtle nod to nature for understated residential projects.
Corston
With a steadfast emphasis on eco-friendly production methods—including plastic-free packaging and the use of fully recyclable metals—Corston crafts hardware built for long-term investment. The brand maintains a tightly edited catalog consisting of only a handful of core finishes and simple shapes, ensuring that each piece is exceptionally well-suited for minimalists in search of quiet, tasteful silhouettes that refuse to crowd a room visually.
Etsy
It should come as little surprise that Etsy’s vast, crafty network of independent makers is also deeply well-versed in the production of bespoke cabinet knobs and pulls. The marketplace offers an expansive range that spans from austere, laser-cut wood knobs to brightly colored ceramic creations. Furthermore, the platform remains an invaluable digital destination for design enthusiasts to browse authentic vintage brass and mother-of-pearl options.
Ferguson Home
Ferguson Home specializes in the kinds of statement-making pulls and knobs that reliably prompt houseguests to inquire about the fixtures rather than the furniture itself. Cheeky pulls bookended with delicate floral shapes can transform the mundane act of opening a wardrobe into a genuinely joyful daily ritual, while glacier-like glass knobs introduce vibrant color and texture to otherwise standard cabinet doors.
IKEA
The Swedish retail powerhouse caters broadly to shoppers seeking approachable, budget-friendly pieces for their homes, extending its catalog to include hardware specifically intended for personalizing flat-packed furniture. Tanned leather pulls and stainless steel handles give standard modular units an entirely new personality while keeping overall renovation costs remarkably low.
Kohler
Though consumers primarily associate Kohler with high-end bathroom fixtures, smart toilets, and luxury kitchen appliances, the company also produces a thoughtfully curated selection of hardware designed to seamlessly complement its cabinetry lines. Some of the most notable pieces in their collection are the result of high-profile collaborations with contemporary artists and designers, such as the triangular Landshapes cabinet knob created with Daniel Arsham, which resembles an artifact pulled straight from a science-fiction film.
Lo & Co
Australia-based brand Lo & Co boasts one of the most expansive and imaginative libraries of hardware available on the market today, offering everything from tactile, bauble-like knobs to candy-colored options finished with a high-gloss lacquer. Frequently hand-formed in clay during the initial prototyping phase before full production, each shape carries a distinct look and hand-feel, such as their pasta-inspired collection developed in collaboration with Studio Tali Roth.
MG&Co.
Everything produced by MG&Co. founder Matilda Goad brilliantly toes the line between sophisticated refinement and delightful whimsy. Her hardware line serves as a textbook example of Goad operating entirely in her element, offering a heavy dose of quintessential British quirk. Standout pieces include hypnotic oxblood spirals and intricate floral backplates paired with cheerful butter-yellow knobs.
Nickey Kehoe
Nickey Kehoe’s heavily collected, vintage-heavy aesthetic is unmistakably apparent in their hardware offerings. Shoppers can source rustic pieces infused with a palpable sense of history, such as Old World-inspired forged iron pulls, alongside rare artistic endeavors like Sally Breer’s fruit-shaped doorknobs molded in the likeness of ripe peaches and blueberries.
Petra Hardware
Launched in 2024 by Sight Unseen founder Monica Khemsurov, Petra operates as a specialized showroom for artistic hardware, representing the work of more than over 50 independent artists, designers, and creative studios. The platform has quickly transformed into a comprehensive sourcing hub for idiosyncratic pulls and knobs, featuring Mike Serra’s hand-sculpted face knobs and Jonathan Cohen’s wooden Poignée pulls inspired by the sculptural shape of a nose, alongside contributions from prominent jewelry designers and textile artists.
Pottery Barn
Classic furniture inherently deserves classic hardware, and Pottery Barn’s inventory remains firmly in lockstep with its more traditional furniture offerings. Polished nickel and antique brass knobs and pulls draw direct inspiration from historical antiques, positioned at price points that allow homeowners to purchase them in multiples for a cohesive whole-home update.
Plank Hardware
The founders of Plank Hardware create products specifically engineered to offset a kitchen’s harsher structural fixtures while maintaining the durability required to withstand the heavy wear and tear of daily use. Designed in London, the collection spans a diverse range of English styles, ranging from ultra-modern tubular bars to charming bobbin-shaped handles that look entirely at home in a countryside cottage.
Rejuvenation
Rejuvenation’s extensive inventory leans heavily into the classic Americana design category. It serves as a prime destination for reliable, handsome hardware pieces that add subtle sophistication and polish without drawing excessive attention away from surrounding architectural elements. The accessible price points make it practical for updating an entire suite of surfaces simultaneously.
Spaces Within
Spaces Within specializes in hardware that closely resembles polished, sculptural jewelry. From gracefully curved pulls to fluid, squiggly handles, and even unique designs finished with delicate metal tassels, these pieces function primarily as refined accessories designed to elevate both antique and newly manufactured furnishings alike.
Zara Home
For those looking to experiment with design trends or layer subtle hints of personality into built-in cabinetry without committing to a full renovation budget, Zara Home provides an accessible entry point. Their extensive catalog spans a wide variety of materials, including ceramics and mixed metals, alongside diverse design styles, all priced reasonably to encourage creative interior updates.