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Design Competition Winner Saahiti Kothamasu
February 2024
Saahiti Kothamasu of Boone, North Carolina, is a student designer at Appalachian State University.
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Design Competition Winner Jacob Thompson
February 2024
Another winner from our friends at Appalachian State University.
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Design Competition Winner Benjamin Pipitone
February 2024
Benjamin Pipitone is a senior industrial design student at Appalachian State University.
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Design Competition Winner Daniel Grabowski
February 2024
Daniel Grabowski from Grand Rapids, Michigan is another of our 38th Design Competition winners!
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Four Asian American and Pacific Islanders that Transformed the Industry
May 2023
This Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, we want to honor Asian American and Pacific Islanders who have left their mark on the architectural and woodworking worlds.
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Mockett Goes Green...er
April 2023
Although we have made significant efforts to be as Earth-conscious as possible, there is always room to grow.
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Design Competition Winners Mark & Andrew Pickett
January 2023
Our first father/son duo, Mark and Andrew Pickett, are our neighbors in nearby Altadena, CA.
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Design Competition Winner Blaise Gaston
January 2023
Blaise is one of the winners of our 37th Annual Design Competition and a professional woodworker and furniture maker in Earlysville, VA.
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Design Competition Winner Amelia Bullins
January 2023
Amelia is one of the winners of our 37th Annual Design Competition and a student of Industrial Design at Appalachian State University in Boone, North Carolina.
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Four Ways to Transform Your Home for the New Year
January 2023
As we all know, the past couple of years has been a hectic time in the world.
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What is USB Type C?
September 2022
USB, or universal serial bus, is a device that plugs into your computer to communicate with other devices.
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Hispanic Heritage Month
September 2022
For this Hispanic Heritage Month, we want to spotlight influential Hispanic architects and engineers and their contributions to the world of design.
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Mockett | Pride Month
June 2022
Though sometimes unacknowledged or unrecognized as a part of the community, LGBT+ figures have made incredible and noteworthy contributions to the architectural and interior design industry throughout history.
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Women's History Month
March 2022
Last month, in honor of Women's History Month, we recognized five black architects and woodworkers who helped shape the industry into what it is today.
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Mockett Celebrates Black History
February 2022
In honor of Black History Month, we want to take a moment to highlight some Black Interior Designers, Architects, and Woodworkers who helped shape the world of Industrial Design as we know it today.
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Meet Mockett’s Design Competition Winner
January 2022
Design student, Sebastian Bartlett, wins Mockett’s 37th Annual Design Competition with art-deco style Towel Hook.
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Meet Mockett’s Design Competition Winner
January 2022
Design student, Jake Gillespie, wins Mockett’s 37th Annual Design Competition with a sleek, Sliding Desk Hook.
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Design Tips
June 2021
If you've just moved into a new apartment, making it feel homey is essential. You'll want to settle in, but if it doesn't feel like home, this isn't easy to do.
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3 Essential Hardware Tips for Commercial Spaces
May 2021
Health and safety provisions continue to be of paramount importance to designers.
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35th Annual Design Competition
May 2021
Meet Mockett’s 35th Annual Design Competition Winner Kaitlin Sides.
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Recessed Power Outlets Vs Pop-up Power Outlets
May 2021
Power connectivity is not a new concept. Convenient Power Options for your furniture is however. It’s no surprise that we reconfigure our living situations in order to stay connected, meaning we go where the outlets are.
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Spring Remodel
April 2021
Spring is here! Our little flower bed outside is blooming, the sky is blue, and things seem to be looking up. Here are a few easy tips to Freshen Up your Interior Design for Spring.
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Trash Management
April 2021
Stainless Steel Trash Grommets are the best option for any design with unmatched quality and durability. Stainless Steel is low maintenance, is corrosion resistant, and will withstand even the harshest daily use without getting scratched or tarnished.
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Kitchen Hardware
April 2021
Whether a light duty remodel or a full-scale custom cabinet build, see here how you can improve your kitchen design with Mockett architectural hardware.
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Satin Brass Finish
December 2020
Spruce up your cabinets with Satin Brass drawer pulls. You’ll love how it stands out and electrifies the room.
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Winter Remodel
November 2020
Did you get your first taste of Winter yet? See here 7 home improvements to make your home ready for the holidays.
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Mockett Reviews
November 2020
We are both equal parts excited and humbled to receive customer reviews. We use your feedback to see how we’re doing and where we can improve. And we’d like to share some reviews with you!
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Office Remodel
October 2020
See here how Mockett office solutions work for a more convenient and productive work desk.
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Working From Home, Not Living at Work
October 2020
Working from home? Mockett offers convenient hardware solutions for your workspace, including power and USB options for your work desk.
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Best of Year Award
October 2020
We are extremely proud to announce that one of our recent Design Competition Winners is also a nominee for the prestigious Best of Year Award hosted by Interior Design magazine. Vote now for CH59 Impression Coat Hook.
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In-Desk Power Grommets w/ Open Face Address COVID Concerns
October 2020
It’s easy to see looking back that COVID-19 was a real disruptor in the design world as we saw a global shift in work habits. One thing we learned is open-faced power grommets limit touching and provide a safer solution for operating.
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Power Solutions for WFH or Returning to Office
September 2020
Adapting to a new working environment requires flexibility for a newly configured work desk, and Mockett has some easy-to-install power grommets to put power and USB charging options within reach and some new privacy screens for a post-COVID world.
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Choosing Power Grommets
September 2020
Why allow your design to be held hostage by the location of your wall plates when you can install power and USB charging outlets directly into your furniture? Let us show you how you can install power options into more than just desks.
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Adjustable Table Legs
September 2020
See how adjustable height table legs can turn your work desk into a more profitable work space.
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Doug Mockett & Company turns 40
September 2020
As we reflect on 40 years in business, we look back to where it all started – the Grommet.
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Pop-Up Kitchen Outlets for Countertops - PCS103
August 2020
Frequently asked questions about kitchen pop up outlets for countertops. We have the perfect solution for you.
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Importance of Architectural Hardware in a Post-COVID World
August 2020
Office design is about to undergo a whole new set of criteria with enhanced concerns for cleanliness and safety.
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The Future of Interior Design | Office
August 2020
Tips on how to retrofit existing office design to meet the requirements of the new normal.
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Mockett’s Stay Safe Kit
July 2020
We have some wonderful Stay Safe Kits that we are offering for free to our customers. All you have to do is ask!
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Company Culture + Company Mission
July 2020
Here Are 3 Easy Steps to Boost Morale in Troubling Times.
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Cast Iron Hardware
June 2020
Cast Iron Hardware takes all the industrial properties of cast iron’s tough gritty nature and applies it to furniture components. An interesting blend of rustic chic.
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Antimicrobial Finishes
June 2020
New Antimicrobial Finishes for Furniture Hardware kill 99.9% of germs on touch surfaces preventing contamination from microorganisms and the growth and spreading of harmful bacteria.
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Ask an Expert | Randall Kramer
June 2020
Randall Kramer of Kramer Design Studio in Chicago chats with us about how the Coronavirus pandemic has impacted his business and what he predicts for the future of the design industry in a post-COVID-19 world.
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No-Touch and Hands-Free
May 2020
Expect to see more focus on less touching. Designers are rethinking the basic functionality of some of the most ordinary parts, such as door knobs and cabinet pulls.
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Home Remodel
May 2020
Top 3 Spring Remodel Ideas for your Home, including Kitchen Cabinets, Counter Tops, and Home Office. You've got a little extra time on your hands to tackle home improvement projects.
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Ask an Expert | Nick Anastas
May 2020
Nick Anastas of Archmill House chats with us about changes in the industry and adjustment’s to their day-to-day business operations as a result of the Coronavirus.
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Privacy Screens
May 2020
Privacy screens are for more than just privacy. Help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other flu and airborne bacteria with the help of privacy screens and panel brackets.
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Privacy Panels for Safe Work Spaces
May 2020
Privacy screens create safe personal work spaces. Learn how panel brackets used with privacy panels can help reconfigure your office.
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Ask an Expert | Brent Gentling
May 2020
BYOTools creator, Brent Gentling, talks with us about the impacts he’s seen from the coronavirus pandemic so far and what his hopes are for the future of the building industry.
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Mockett Donates COVID-19 PPE to area Hospitals
May 2020
Mockett 3D prints COVID-19 PPE for Healthcare workers. Mockett is donating to Torrance Memorial Hospital, Little Company of Mary, and others to deliver as many 3D printed and resin molded face shields and mask strap buckles as possible.
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Satin Stainless Steel - Miracle Metal
May 2020
Satin Stainless Steel is the go-to hardware material option for healthcare and here’s why you should consider swapping out existing furniture hardware for stainless steel hardware options.
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Ask an Expert | Anthony Saraceno
May 2020
Anthony Saraceno of Real Antique Wood gives us an inside look into how they’ve had to adjust their business since the start of the pandemic and what he thinks it means for the future of the reclaimed wood industry.
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Ask an Expert | Yosei Ikeda
April 2020
Industrial Designer, Yosei Ikeda, comments on how the design community is being affected by the coronavirus pandemic and his expectations for the future of the industry.
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3D Printing Helping the Community
April 2020
Doug Mockett & Company helps local area hospitals by delivering 3D printed face shields and mask strap buckles as possible during these trying times.
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Ask an Expert | Matt Moore
April 2020
Matt Moore of Matt Moore Designs weighs in on how his woodworking business is being affected by COVID-19 and what we can expect moving forward.
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Design Competition
April 2020
Doug Mockett & Company announces 2019 Design Competition Winner. Yosei Ikeda of Denver, CO wins design competition with an innovated design Blade Door Stop.
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How to Stay Connected during COVID-19 Closures
April 2020
With our usual means of networking suspended indefinitely, including tradeshows and other industry events, we usher in a new digital age.
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Healthcare Design
April 2020
Healthcare design is all about creating a comfortable space that promotes physical and mental wellness.
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Building Brands Podcast
April 2020
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Home Office Tips
April 2020
How to maintain “business as usual” while working from home? Learn here how to set up your work from home office for success during the Coronavirus quarantine.
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Top 5 Work From Home Tips for Your Home Office
March 2020
Be more productive working from home with these 5 tips to make your home office more comfortable and work friendly.
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Home Office Essentials
March 2020
Working from home? Mockett has the tools you need to turn your home office into a functional work space during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond.
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Power Needed!
February 2020
Have you ever stopped to think about how many times a day you touch your phone? I’ll give you a hint. According to Business Insider, the average cell phone user touches his or her phone 2,617 times every day.
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