Brass & Copper

Brass metalwork for long lasting sophistication

With its fluid appearance and reflective qualities, copper metalwork offers a unique and eye-catching dimension to any design or architectural concept.

With its shimmering good looks and metallic, gold-like appearance, brass metalwork is increasingly in demand as a material of distinction in decorating and design. Whether polished brass or lacquered finishes, brass metal fabrication provides an unmistakable stamp of sophistication in any design element you require - from light fittings, clothes racks, steps, handrails, signage and address plaques to wall fixtures, candle holders, doors, door knobs and sophisticated designer hinges. Hygienic and hardwearing, brass is also becoming a popular material in restaurants and wine bars for bar tops and bar components. It combines beautifully with contrasting materials such as mild steel, glass, stone, timber, mirrors and plastics. Brass also enables stunning colour finishes. At Formanova, we can create customised brass fabrications for just about any use you require. Whether you're after an up-to-the-minute modern look or an aged effect that conveys classic style, we can create the unique finish that complements the decor of your space perfectly.

OUR PROCESS

Custom metalwork & finishing tailored to the needs of your project

01
Consultation

Through an in-depth discussion, we determine the exact specifications of the project and understand the client’s needs and use-case, allowing us to provide a functional solution that considers and reflects the original design intent.

02
Drafting & Prototyping

Working from the architectural drawings or conceptual renders, we use shop drawings & workshops to make drafts that reflect the brief and meet compliance. We then create prototypes or samples to be reviewed by the builder, designer, or client, exploring every option to meet both budget and design intent.

03
Fabrication & Finishing

Working out of our local Cheltenham factory and with over 30 years of industry know-how, Formanova uses specialised equipment, materials and in-house techniques to manufacture award-winning metalwork for our amazing clients, whilst at the same time being able to create one-of-kind custom finishes for clients and designers who are looking for that unique touch.

04
Quality Control

Not every item that is fabricated makes it into the end product. Finishing isn’t an exact science, and we have extremely high standards to maintain a consistent level of quality across every touchpoint that we create for a project — whether it’s for a nationwide retail fit out or residential interior.

05
Handover

All Formanova products are designed to be as convenient as flat-pack furniture, meaning our clients’ trades can easily install them on site without needing contact or call-outs from us. This allows our clients to maintain timelines and budgets across the rest of their project. Once the deliverables are handed over, it’s onto the next brief.

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