JNICOLAS - Key Persons

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. Demand became so strong for her exquisitely authentic hardware that in 1994, Nicolas put her decorating business aside and went full-time on the hardware concern by opening the Corona del Mar showroom. Today, internationally-known J. Nicolas Hardware employs two blacksmiths and a refinisher. Her clients, about 3/4 trade professionals and 1/4 private homeowners, know Nicolas makes one-on-one client commitments to producing the fine detailing in hardware they need for their projects. What she doesn't find during regular trips to Europe, she can custom-design and fabricate in her shop. The blacksmiths create wonderfully innovative bathroom accessories, pot racks, all UL-approved light fixtures, and more; the finisher is an expert in authentic aged rust over steel, as well as pewter, black antique brass, nickel, and gold finishes. Many trade professionals regard Nicolas as the "go-to" consultant for such prestigious neighborhoods as Shady Canyon, Cameo Shores, Newport Coast, Bel Air, Beverly Hills, and Rancho Santa Fe. She has deep historical knowledge that assures the choice of hardware for the entire home is meticulously authentic to the period. Small though the hardware details may be, they're the crucial elements that pull entire projects together for total success.

Liz has worked 10 years in lighting residential and commercial sales and custom lighting design. She joined Jacqueline's team in 2012 and has been enjoying working alongside with Jacqueline for these past 3 years.

Marie joined the team early January 2016. With a background in art business law, she is in charge of developing our E Commerce, marketing and helping with sales.

With 10 years experience in the custom home design, architecture, along with antiques sales; Susan joined Jacqueline's team in 2013.