Olivari in Barcelona
1911YEAR FOUNDED
up to 30 yearsPVD FINISH WARRANTY
BorgomaneroITALY
Olivari door handles have been designed by architects: Gio Ponti, Zaha Hadid, Jean Nouvel, Rem Koolhaas. They’re forged from brass. We’ll help you choose the model and finish for your doors.
Three dates
Founded 1911 Battista Olivari opens the factory
Bica 1959 the world’s first anodised aluminium handle
PVD finish up to 30 years factory warranty
Olivari has made door handles since 1911 in Borgomanero, near Novara. The handles are forged from brass, and the whole cycle, from hot forging to PVD finishing, happens on one site.
More than door handles
- 01 Door handles Forged brass, on a rose or a horizontal backplate. The first photo on the page shows Lama by Gio Ponti.
- 02 Window handles Two types: DK and cremone. The same brass as the door handles.
- 03 Knobs, pull handles and stops Knobs, centred or offset; pull handles, including for lift-and-slide doors; and door stops.
- 04 For sliding doors Flush handles sit recessed in the door. Models: Vico, Siro and Nemi by Studio Olivari.
Questions about Olivari
What are Olivari handles made of?
Forged brass. The factory runs the whole cycle itself, from hot forging to PVD finishing.
Are there handles for sliding doors?
Yes, flush handles: Vico, Siro and Nemi.
Can I get window handles to match the door handles?
Yes. The factory makes its window handles, DK and cremone, from the same brass.
How long do handles take?
It depends on the model and finish. We’ll give you the lead time with the price.
Ordered with Olivari handles
We’ll find the right Olivari handles for your doors
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