Best Pivot Door Contest 2024

Intrigued by the possibilities of FritsJurgens pivot door mechanisms? Look no further than the previous winners of the Best Pivot Door Contest where creativity and innovation have been transforming the world of door design. For those who have already experienced these transformative systems, you might want to consider applying for this year's contest. Read on to find out how you could join this elite global community of architects, designers, and craftsmen to be the UK’s first winner...

Kenton Gurr

Now in its fifth year, the FritsJurgens Best Pivot Door Contest has showcased some of the most exciting and groundbreaking architectural designs from across the globe. As the UK’s exclusive supplier of FritsJurgens systems, Envo is excited to extend the invitation to apply for this year’s contest to our clients.

By participating, you’ll be part of an exclusive global network of architects and designers who are redefining what’s possible in pivot door design. Not only will your work be showcased to an international audience, but all nominees will receive certificates of recognition, affirming their contribution to the field. Winners will be honoured with a custom-designed award, a symbol of excellence and innovation. Nominated and winning projects will be published on ArchDaily, Architonic, and Designboom.

This is your chance to push the boundaries of design. Submit your best pivot door project today at fritsjurgens.com/bpd and become part of a movement that’s shaping the future of pivot doors.
Deadline for entries: 4th November 2024

Previous winners include:

Project: Hardwood Projects and Details by Ned
Top pivot: TP-70
Bottom pivot: System M+
Details: Constructed by Hardwood Projects, the doors feature steel frames clad with recycled Mixed Australian Red Hardwoods, insulated to withstand Canberra’s climate. The steel internal frames ensure lasting alignment with the hardware. They’re double-sealed with brush and rubber seals, including a custom steel threshold for water protection. Using top-quality materials, the doors incorporate the FritsJurgens System M+ pivot. Each door weighs 290kg and measures 3180mm tall by 1450mm wide, requiring ten people to manoeuvre due to their size and weight.

Project: Essentia Environments
Top pivot: TP-70
Bottom pivot: System M+
Details: "This special pivot door is unique for a few reasons. First, it’s really big and makes a grand entrance. Second, it’s made from lightweight Laminam material, giving it a travertine-like appearance without the heavy weight. Third, it has a sleek and modern design that fits well in modern spaces. Additionally, it can blend into the wall, acting like a hidden door that camouflages the space. When closed, it becomes a seamless part of the wall, adding an element of surprise and mystery to the room. It’s not just a door; it’s a clever design element that can transform a space and keep you guessing about what’s behind it. It’s both functional and stylish, making any place look amazing.” - Essentia Environments

Best internal pivot door - using FritsJurgens pivot door mechanism
Project: DND Studio
Top pivot: TP-70
Bottom pivot: System M+
Details: "This door becomes completely invisible when in closed position. The soft-open and soft-close function adds a layer of sophistication besides the visual appeal." - DND Studio

steel glazed door in a brass finish in a luxury bathroom design Project: Bathroom Pivot Doors
Top pivot: TP-70
Bottom pivot: System M+
Details: "These doors have a unique coating, which exactly matches the overall colour pallet of the space, even down to the floor plate and ceiling plates. Form and function are equally important in this door, so the door offers hold positions at 90, 0, and -90 degrees angle and will automatically close to its closed (0) position."

Best Pivot Door 2023 - circular rotating door using FritsJurgens pivots Project: Hayden Kidd & Dan Mckerrow
Top pivot: Top Pivot Reversed
Bottom pivot: System 3
Details: "These doors have a unique coating, which exactly matches the overall colour pallet of the space, even down to the floor plate and ceiling plates. Form and function are equally important in this door, so the door offers hold positions at 90, 0, and -90 degrees angle and will automatically close to its closed (0) position." - Hayden Kidd & Dan Mckerrow

Best Pivot Door Content 2023 - widen pivot internal door with wooden slats Project: Wider SA
Top pivot: TP-70
Bottom pivot: System One
Details: "The sheer size and width of the door, in combination with the black slats that are adjacent and flush to the panel above the door. When the rotating wall is closed, you can hardly tell it's a passage." - Wider SA

To find out more about specifying FritsJurgens pivot mechanisms you can speak to a member of the Envo team at info@envo.co.uk or +44 208 253 9342 or view the systems online here.