Antabs for modern doors - what is used now?

26 of May '25

Door Antabs

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from the series "Windows, doors, hardware, guards - trends, technologies 2025"

In modern architecture, it is the details that make the difference between an average design and a polished one that is memorable. The entablature, although inconspicuous, can completely change the perception of the door and give coherence to the entire space. Thus, it is not just a handle, but an important design decision. WALA, a Polish door hardware manufacturer, argues that even the smallest element can be crucial. The brand's extensive range of handles combines modern aesthetics with advanced technical solutions. What's more, the company is constantly developing its product range, responding to dynamically changing trends and the growing expectations of designers.

DISCREET ELEGANCE OF CONCEALED POCKET HANDLES

In projects where aesthetics is based on the reduction of excessive forms and order, any protruding element can disrupt the harmony of the composition. Therefore, pocket handles, recessed into the surface of the leaf, become a natural choice for architects who appreciate a minimalist approach with an exclusive touch.

WALA door entablature - concealed pocket handle

WALA's solutions not only maintain visual integrity, but also give the doors a unique character. As standard, they are made of stainless steel or aluminum. The latter can be finished in any RAL color by powder coating or supplied in INOX coating, so as to perfectly match the design vision and style of the building.

WALA door entablature - concealed pocket handle on the door

It's not just a matter of appearance, however. The grip form is designed with ergonomics and comfort in mind, and the ability to integrate with electronics - readers, sensors, LED lighting - makes it possible to enrich the door with the functions of a modern access control system. These handles are extremely popular in modern detached houses, where their hidden form integrates perfectly with the door panel and building facade.

WALA door antabs - handle with access control systems

CREATIVITY AND PERSONALIZATION IN MODULAR HANDLES

The WALA series of modular handles is the latest idea in the company's offer - the quintessence of elegance and extravagance, offering unlimited possibilities for personalizing the handle design. Each modular handle consists of several elements (modules) - a central grip part, legs and optional extensions. Each of these elements can be freely configured and finished as required. Such a modular design allows the individual elements to be separately lacquered in different colors, anodized in gold or INOX, or anodized in different shades, and even the use of unique decors (such as a subtle sublimation imitating natural wood). Thus, the designer gains great creative freedom: the individual parts of the handle can be juxtaposed contrastingly or tonally, creating surprising visual effects and perfectly matching the handle to the style of the door and the entire interior.

WALA door entablature - modular entablature

WALA has also provided for a variety of forms and sizes of these handles. The length of the grip profile can be precisely adjusted to the needs of the project - from 20 centimeters up to almost three meters for larger doors. Equally impressive is the choice of foot shapes. Many geometric variants are available, making it easy to match the form of the handle to the character of the door leaf. On top of that, complementing the aesthetics of extensions of any length. Thus, the modular approach opens the field for experimentation and redefinition of the door - the handle ceases to be just an accessory, and becomes a distinctive element of the arrangement.

WALA door entablatures - multiplication of modular entablatures

What's more, WALA recently introduced the concept of multiplication of modular entablatures, which involves installing several entablatures side by side on a single leaf for an artistic composition effect on the door - proof of how far creativity can be taken with a modular formula.

CLASSIC IN A MODERN WAY

There are forms that do not need to be redefined - you just need to use them well. Among WALA's flagship products, a special place is occupied by the P series, valued by designers for its classic, universal form combined with the highest quality workmanship. This is as many as 13 different variants, the common point of which is the timeless circular pipe with a diameter of Ø30, Ø40 and Ø50. The whole creates a neat arrangement, which for years has remained on the list of the most popular models. It is worth noting that the P series also keeps up with the times in terms of technology. These handles can be easily equipped with integrated access control systems.

WALA door antabs - P45 handle

P-series handles are made of high-quality stainless steel (type 304 or 316) as standard, which translates into their exceptional durability and resistance to external factors. Versions made of 316 steel perform excellently in places exposed to harsh conditions - increased humidity, contact with salt water (e.g. by the sea), guaranteeing resistance to corrosion for many years of use.

WALA door antabs - handle P1 steel

For designers looking for more distinctive aesthetic solutions, WALA proposes PA series aluminum handles, available in any color from the RAL palette. Selected models, both steel and aluminum, are enriched with a wooden baluster made of solid oak - a detail that introduces visual warmth and contrasts interestingly with the cool colors of the metal. Such a combination of materials not only breaks the monotony, but also makes it possible to better match the handle with the character of the facade or interior. Thanks to the wide possibilities of personalization, even a classic form can gain a unique expression.

WALA door entablature - PA45 - handle with baluster

GEOMETRY AND TIMELESS STYLE

In response to the need for clarity of form and precision of line, WALA has created the Q series - handrails based on square or rectangular profiles. This is a proposal for projects dominated by geometric assumptions and minimalist aesthetics. The severity of the shape here goes hand in hand with elegance - without superfluous excess.

WALA door entablature - Q10D - handle with wooden baluster

As standard, the handles of this series are made of polished stainless steel, which gives them an industrial, technical character - timeless and resistant to changing trends. The form is expressive, but not imposing - it finds itself well in both modern homes and commercial spaces. Such an ascetic, metallic look is always a good choice when you want a timeless entrance design. However, if color consistency with the surroundings is a priority, WALA also offers QA (aluminum) variants of these handles, which can be powder-coated in any RAL color. Thus, even a very unusual interior or facade design can get a perfectly matched door handle.

WALA door antabs - QA10 gold W3 with microsensor touch

Like the P series models, the Q line handles can be integrated with modern access control systems. Depending on design needs, variants with a biometric reader, numeric keypad, RFID module or motion sensor are available. There is also the possibility of LED illumination - both in the form of a ribbon and spot light sources placed in the tube or cap. Delicate illumination not only improves the visibility of the handle after dark, but also gives it a modern, technological character, enhancing the aesthetics of the entire entrance area.

WALA door antabs - handle QA90CD

INSTALLATION ALSO ON GLASS - FULL VERSATILITY

In modern interiors and facades, glass has become the material of first choice. Transparent doors - devoid of frames and unnecessary divisions - emphasize the lightness of spaces and the modern character of buildings. WALA responds to this trend by offering the possibility of mounting most of its handles also on glass doors.

Thanks to the use of dedicated mounts, both single-sided and double-sided models can be securely and aesthetically embedded on a sheet of glass - without interfering with its structure. This solution gives architects full freedom - it allows the same type of entablature to be used regardless of the leaf material, which makes it easier to maintain visual consistency in all areas of the building.

WALA door entablatures - handles on glass doors

An entablature mounted on a glass sheet looks extremely elegant - it emphasizes the lightness of the transparent surface, does not interfere with its transparency, and at the same time provides a solid, comfortable support for the hand. It is details such as the handle on the glass that determine the final effect of prestigious realizations, adding class and modernity to them.

WALA door entablature - QA90 - handles mounted on glass

PRACTICAL AND BEAUTIFUL - THE HANDLE AS THE FUTURE OF DOOR DESIGN

Trends in contemporary design clearly show that traditional handles are gradually giving way to striking and convenient door handles. Investors and designers are increasingly opting for antabs that are unconventional, personalized, aesthetically refined, and at the same time practical and ergonomic.

WALA door entablatures with access control systems

WALA's offer fits perfectly into this philosophy - from discreet pocket handles, through the classic P and Q lines, to modern modular designs with artistic potential, enriched with advanced electronics. Each of these solutions is united by high functionality and precisely designed form. WALA brand handles are unquestionably a harbinger of the future in door design, which is already happening today.

To meet the needs of architects and designers, WALA provides 3D models of its door handles, on 2 BIM libraries and on its website directly next to each product.