Emtek

Custom made in Southern California, Emtek’s hardware—such as the crystal knobs, shown—is both durable and chic; $15 to $28 each. emtek.com

P.E. Guerin

Founded in 1857 by French immigrant Pierre Emmanuel Guerin, P.E. Guerin is the oldest decorative hardware firm in the U.S. With its headquarters still in Greenwich Village, it’s also the only metal foundry in New York City. The purveyor of beautiful hardware in luxe finishes worked with Juan Montoya to create the Reeded collection. Shown are the pulls in 24K-gold-plated brass; $450 to $750 each. peguerin.com

The Nanz Co.

While its first products were based on cast-bronze hardware by historic Connecticut manufacturers for building restoration projects, Nanz has now expanded its offerings to more than 3,000 designs both modern and traditional, all hand finished in its sprawling Long Island, New York, factory. The minimalist No. 6084 drop ring pull is shown here in polished nickel; from $950. nanz.com

Lisa Jarvis-Jewelry for Furniture

The New York–based interior designer has an ornate line of fittings for the kitchen and bath.Shown is the Honeycomb pull ($109) in brass and nickel. lisa-jarvis.com

Waterworks

Industrial shapes and finishes are refined for the home in Waterworks’ hardware, such as the Boulevard round knob in matte nickel, shown; $46. waterworks.com

Anthropologie

The clothing and lifestyle brand lends its eclectic, bohemian vibe to an assortment of knobs and pulls that can add pizzazz to the kitchen. The Druzy quartz-and-brass knobs, shown, come in a variety of fun colors; $18 each. anthropologie.com

Michael Aram

The artist and designer known for his nature-inspired metalwork applies his creative sensibility to a line of whimsical hardware that includes the Flint knob ($5) and pull ($7), shown. michaelaram.com

Pottery Barn

Known for its classic and accessible furnishings, Pottery Barn is an approachable source for uncomplicated hardware. The 3" cup bin ($7) and Boulevard knob ($9) lend a farmhouse feel. Or make a more dramatic statement with the dark bronze finish, shown. potterybarn.com

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