Tag Archives: Fittings

R.W.Atlas Fittings Launch

November 26, 2012

The design direction for R.W.Atlas was clear from the beginning. This is one of the original Roman and Williams sketches for the line.Slideshow

The preparation for launch of the R.W. Atlas fittings and District Tile has been a major team effort here at Waterworks. We are so pleased to introduce our friends and clients to our newest initiative that includes fittings for the bath and kitchen, accessories, a washstand and District Tile. For more than two years we collaborated with the design firm of Roman and Williams to create products that were inspired by precision-crafted goods from the past including microscopes, the Leica camera or the bezel of a Rolex sub-mariner watch. The results are designs that are not specific to any one historical period, but enjoy a familiarity with many objects from our past. This is a strictly American and original design sensibility, inspired by historic details but expressed in a modern way.

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Back to Brass by Sarah Watson

November 25, 2012

Nopi restaurant in London. The flower shaped hanging lamp in the top right, is from Alfies Antique Market.Slideshow

The newspaper holders are actually old carpet rods that Karl repurposed. When he spotted them he thought they were a great size and weight, so he had a key cutter drill holes at each end of rod – adding a round ring to hang them and some elastic band to hold the newspaper in place.
Some antiques rack and brass items spotted at Clingancourt market in Paris a few weeks ago.
Ignoring the terrible photo from my phone. This swan neck spout is from the The Water Monopoly in London. Gorgeous!

This week, guest blogger Sarah Watson shares an interesting post on the resurgence of brass. Let us know your thoughts and feel free to share your own finds!  -Barbara Brass finishes seem to be popping up more and more these days. There is something about the warmth and the way it ages that reminds me of old world glamour and elegant European hotels. I love seeing its resurgence and use in more contemporary spaces – take London’s innovative Nopi restaurant for example.

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Care of Fittings

November 23, 2012

Three textures of soft Elements cleaning cloths should be part of your cleaning ritual for your fitting. Wiping them down after every use will stop hard water from damaging the finish. Slideshow

The expectation is that the original lustrous finish on beautifully crafted fittings will last at least 20 years. This is essentially true unless the finish meets with some calamity such as an ammonia based or abrasive cleaner or poor air quality.  In fact, the fitting should be treated with the same care as one would devote to the finish of a fine piece of furniture or a well-loved car. Improper cleaning can damage the surface of the fitting and careless upkeep is a sure way to allow air, water and harsh chemicals to ravage the plating.

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Paris: Door Hardware

November 11, 2012

Similar to another knob, but this one appears to be made of iron. It is prominent against the unpainted door.Slideshow

No matter where you look on the streets of Paris, there are beautiful things to catch your eye and record with your camera. I became obsessed with door hardware on my last trip, probably because it relates so closely to the fittings that drive our business. There are examples of fine craftsmanship, centuries old, softened with age and polishing.  Even the examples that have been painted still have beautiful silhouettes and create wonderful shadows on the aged and painted wood.

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