From Prototype to Production of a Customizable Door Handle
At Cody, we encourage startups to get in touch early—because when our engineers and designers are involved from the beginning, we can help transform ambitious concepts into market-ready solutions.
That’s exactly what Learo did. With a bold vision to reinvent something as overlooked as the door handle, they approached us in the earliest phase of their journey—equipped only with a sketch and a strong idea.
Reinventing Everyday Design: The Door Handle
The challenge? Develop a customizable door handle that didn’t just function well, but also redefined the user experience. Learo wanted a piece of modern door hardware that stood out as a design feature, could adapt to different interior color schemes, and was practical for large-scale production.
But there was another crucial requirement: the handle had to be simple and intuitive to assemble and mount at home by the average consumer. This meant that every design decision—materials, construction, and finish—had to balance elegance with ease of use.
“Cody understood our vision from day one. Their ability to balance design, functionality, and scalability made all the difference. With their support, we’ve taken a simple sketch and turned it into a product ready for homes everywhere.” – Robin Larsen, CEO, Learo
From Prototype to Production
By involving Cody early, Learo gained more than just a prototype—they gained a true product development partner. Our engineers worked closely with their team to:
Advise on materials and construction methods
Ensure the handle was sleek, functional, and consumer-friendly
Optimize for profitable scalability in production
Simplify installation so anyone could mount it without specialized tools
As with many projects, our goal was not only to bring the customer’s vision to life, but to deliver a solution that could be manufactured at scale efficiently. This is where our expertise in innovative product design made the difference.
“Everyone uses door handles every day, so it was an exciting challenge to reimagine such a familiar object and give it a new design.” – Christian Skoe, Product Engineer, Cody
The Result: Market-Ready Modern Hardware
The outcome is a production-ready, modern door hardware solution that brings Learo’s vision to life. Their customizable door handles are designed not only to elevate interiors but also to be installed quickly and easily by consumers at home—making them ready to succeed in the retail market.
Visit Learo’s website to learn more about their product.
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