Specialties
Specialized in distinctive custom and antique door, cabinet, shutter, gate hardware, hinges, lighting fixtures, and bathroom fittings. We are featured in some of Orange County's classiest homes.
History
Established in 1987.
Jacqueline Nicolas founded J. Nicolas after several of her residential design clients needed to add some magical charm to their custom homes. What started out as an extra finishing touch to her Interior Design work quickly became a business adventure.
Jacqueline decided it was time to open and operate a studio in Corona Del mar, California to provide both visual and hands on experience for her customers.
When visiting Jacqueline's studio, it's like a trip down a quaint boulevard in France or Italy. Weathered shutters and windows are stylishly dressed in her imported hardware.
The choices range from a modest farm house look to a very grand castle. Many authentic estate pieces are acquired during scheduled buying trips. As you can see the selection is endless, so if you are just sprucing up a single piece of furniture or needing an entire project custom designed, you are in good hands at the studio J. Nicolas.
Meet the Business Owner: Jacqueline N.
Jacqueline Nicolas was a busy decorator when she created the hardware company in 1987 to meet the pressing demands of clients, mostly building trade professionals who wanted a source for the beautiful natural aged iron European hardware that distinguished her designs.
A frequent traveler to her native France, she had the resources and design expertise to procure original pieces precisely suited for perfecting the looks of Italian traditional, Tuscan, Spanish Revival, and French cottage and castle styles.