Solid Bronze Architectural Hardware & Objects.
Designed & Made on Waiheke Island, New Zealand.
Wawata House by Julian Guthrie Architecture
Our work began at the jeweller’s bench, an understanding of scale, precision, and materiality, crafting jewellery to be worn and cherished. Over time, these objects grew in scale, extending beyond adornment into objects of permanence, hardware. Objects not just seen, but felt, held, and lived with every day.
Like jewellery for the home, each piece is crafted with intention, refined, elemental, and enduring. Designed to be held, shaped by use, and made to stand the test of time.
Crafting resilient beauty
Tara Iti Ocean Suites | Photography by Simon Devitt
Raw materiality that improves with time
We choose to work in sand cast bronze for its strength, enduring beauty and naturally robust finish. As your chosen piece ages, its unique patina reflects our dedication to lasting beauty. We hope it brings you joy and connects you to our craft.
Blacksand Bronze is proud to uphold the legacy of bronze—a metal that has been used for centuries in various applications, from art to architecture. While we honour its ancient roots, we also embrace innovation in our manufacturing and design processes. As an ancient metal with a rich history, bronze carries with it a timeless alchemy and a legacy of durability, at Blacksand we hope to stand at this intersection.
Designed and made on Waiheke Island
Our Why
At Blacksandbronze, our purpose is clear: to craft enduring quality that surpasses expectations while minimising our environmental footprint. This commitment guides every decision we make, from design, material selection and production processes. With a focus on excellence and sustainability, we strive to create pieces that not only meet our customers' needs but also contribute positively to the world around us.
25 years designing and manufacturing bronze
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The bronze we use is very high in copper, making it an ideal material for architectural hardware. With two core considerations; the environment it resides in and the people who interact with it, our products are designed to thrive in both aspects. Exceptional corrosion resistance and high strength enable silicon bronze to excel in coastal environments, enduring even the harshest conditions. The extremely high copper content boasts natural antimicrobial properties, offering an additional layer of protection against harmful pathogens. This feature holds particular significance for us, as hardware is an integral part of our daily lives.
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We see sustainability as a verb, not a noun. We are constantly striving to be and do better by adopting a circular production manufacturing process and kaizen philosophy. By adopting this approach to making, we ensure that every aspect of our production process contributes to environmental responsibility and product longevity. From material selection of silicon bronze to waste management, we aim to create a closed-loop system that minimises our environmental impact and maximises resource efficiency. We work in one alloy of the highest grade so that we can collect and recycle all bronze swarf and offcuts, ensuring that our factory operates in a circular production model. Our commitment isn't just about the latest trend; it's about designing for a lifetime.
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Blacksand Bronze is proud to uphold the legacy of bronze—a metal that has been used for centuries in various applications, from art to architecture. While we honour its ancient roots, we also embrace innovation in our manufacturing and design processes, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, digital design, and CNC machines. We continue to push the boundaries of what bronze craftsmanship can achieve, creating handles that are not only functional but also works of enduring beauty.
As an ancient metal with a rich history, bronze carries with it a timeless alchemy and a legacy of durability, at Blacksand we hope to stand at this intersection.
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Our commitment to quality extends to the very heart of our team. Our products are designed and made in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We value connection and people, by keeping our business local, we strive to support and contribute to our community.
Learn about our products
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We celebrate the authentic patina of solid bronze. To enhance the natural ageing process, we apply a light patina that will respond to its environment and age over time. We don’t apply artificial 'finishes.’ Instead we embrace the natural, rumbled state of silicon bronze.
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Our products are cast in bronze. Each item will have its own character telling the story of its alchemy. From molten metal to machining and hand finishing, rather than concealing the cast texture, we embrace it.
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Our products are made to order and cast in bronze. While we strive to provide accurate lead times to account for casting and production, sometimes the nature of our process can cause delays. Our lead times vary depending on the product and volume, this can be between 4-12 weeks. Please contact us for more information on this.
We will always endeavour to communicate any changes to your order status promptly.
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We have chosen to work with the highest grade of bronze, a material renowned for its durability and resilience. Silicon bronze is the only bronze alloy endorsed by the NZ building code, attesting to its strength and suitability for coastal environments.
