Peter Wells – Sr. Principal Designer, Insights & Product Design  – Amerock

While it may come early in the selection process, decorative hardware creates the polish and pizzazz that turns a space from simple to simply stunning. Unfortunately, with an overwhelming number of options, finding the finishing touch can become a daunting and time-consuming process.

In today’s open concept living spaces, the kitchen is now more aligned with the overall style of the home. This has created an increasing desire for cabinet hardware that coordinate with lighting and home accessories.

Principal Designer, Peter Wells, will take you through the journey of how historical eras and architectural styles have influenced the design of decorative hardware. With a better understanding of the context surrounding hardware styles, you can make meaningful and informed selections based on more than simply aesthetics.

At the end of this session you will:

• Describe the history and design styling behind decorative hardware influenced by architectural styles and historical eras.

• Quickly identify architectural themes in cabinet hardware designs.

• Discuss popular pairings of trending home elevations and cabinet hardware styles.