Winners of the Best Pivot Door Contest 2023

Welcome to the leading edge of pivot door design, where unicity, design innovation, and precision engineering intersect. 2023 Marks another incredible year, as we have witnessed absolute mastery in craftsmanship, with over 130 submissions worldwide. The esteemed jury panel – the winners of last year have made their final decisions. Without further ado, we proudly announce the winners of the Best Pivot Door Contest 2023.

FritsJurgens hardware is known in the world of exterior pivot doors. And this list highlights exactly what that means. With over 60 submissions in the exterior category, this truly is the best of the best.

Hardwood Projects and Details by Ned
Australia | Photographed by Prutti

Words from the maker:

"This collaboration features a door where every part, barring the pivot, is our creation. The doors, double-sealed and insulated, are built to endure Canberra’s climate. Using top-quality materials, these towering doors, each weighing 290 kg, exhibit the FritsJurgens System M+ pivot, ensuring both durability and aesthetic elegance."

Studio Ong
Philippines | Manufactured by Conmech Construction & Development Corpora

Words from the designer:

"Our design presents an angled door that provides a warm, inviting entrance while ensuring privacy. The wooden louvers are stacked vertically, contributing to a cohesive facade design that complements the restaurant's ambiance."

M.Plan
Austria | Manufactured by Oberascher Tischlerei and Sky-Frame

Words from the architect:

"The door stands out for its seamless integration with the villa's design. It's not just a functional element but a distinctive part of the architectural narrative, blending with the facade and framing the lakeside view."

Invogue Door Systems
Australia

Words from the architect:

"Setting this door apart is its sheer size and the copper cladding. A landmark in Melbourne’s beachside suburbs, it's a substantial piece both in terms of dimensions and visual impact."

Essentia Environments
India

Words from the architect:

"Our pivot door is distinguished by its grand scale and use of lightweight Laminam material. It seamlessly blends into the wall, transforming into a hidden portal and adding an element of surprise to modern spaces."

With over 30 submissions in the interior category, one can say that a design trend truly sticks out. Steel-framed and aluminum pivot doors are trending worldwide, and these projects exemplify what these steel dreams look like.

Preferro
The Netherlands | Designed by StudioLIV

Words from the designer:

"The bronze material of the steel frame, paired with tinted bronze glass, imparts both warmth and a sense of openness."

CSAMAY
Austria | Manufactured by AXIS Pivot Türen

Words from the designer:

"Featuring a lightweight aluminium frame, our door is easily adaptable to individual preferences. It's a blend of contemporary design, technological advancement, and quiet operation, epitomizing style and quality."

DND Studio
Indonesia | In collaboration with SIMU

Words from the designer:

"This door, when closed, becomes completely invisible, adding a layer of sophistication and intrigue. The soft-open and soft-close mechanism complements the overall visual appeal."

De Rooy Steel Doors
The Netherlands

Words from the maker:

"Our doors are unique for their specialized coating, matching the color scheme of the space, including the floor and ceiling plates. They offer functionality and aesthetics, with various hold positions."

Azero Interiors
The Netherlands

Words from the maker:

"A double arch design, standing at 3.90 m high, finished in a distinctive flamed coating, sets this door apart. It's both a functional element and a striking feature in the space."

The speciality category is called special for a number of reasons. These doors aren't just doors: they are experiences. For year 2023, we were absolutely stunned by what we discovered, and we believe it will amaze you and the industry as well.

Hayden Kidd & Dan McKerrow
Australia | Designed by Nicholas H. Elias

Words from the maker:

"Our circular door, requiring precise 360-degree rotation, presented a unique challenge. It blends seamlessly with the building, creating an interactive experience that's both functional and aesthetically integrated."

Montero Parapar Arquitectos
Spain

Words from the maker:

"We designed a door for the Torre del XIX using solid Iroko wood grating, which integrates with the environment of the Castillo de San Felipe. The door, partially treated with tar, evokes the essence of the sea, contributing to a unique spatial and sensory experience."

Barrause
Dubai

Words from the maker:

"Our design, 'Dressed Up,' integrates seamlessly into panelling, featuring wood slats and brass laminates. The combination of materials creates a dramatic interplay of light and shadow, enhancing both the door and the space."

Wider SA
Switzerland

Words from the maker:

"The door's design, notable for its size and the flush alignment of black slats with the panel above, creates a discreet passage when closed, merging form and function."

Matulik Architekten
Austria

Words from the maker:

"Our pivot door serves as an attractive room divider, optimising spatial structure. It expands the space when open, providing an unobstructed flow and adding to the room's aesthetic."

Montero Parapar Arquitectos' 2023 entry is the widest at 3840 mm, standing 3750 mm tall and weighing 460 kg. Notable for its dimensions and functionality, the door also impresses with its setting and design.

Breaking the previous record, Invogue Door Systems' copper-clad pivot door reaches 7 meters in height, surpassing the former record by over half a meter. This sets a new benchmark for future submissions for the tallest category.

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