BALDWIN x LEVER DOOR LOCK

Bringing heritage craftsmanship into the smart home era

Brand: Baldwin x Level
Launch: 2025

“Luxury redefined for the connected home”

Baldwin, the leading name in U.S. luxury door hardware, has defined craftsmanship and design for decades, gracing estates like the Greystone Mansion in Beverly Hills and a Palm Beach oceanfront residence. Yet, despite its heritage, Baldwin lacked a strong presence in the fast-growing smart lock category.

Level, known for its invisible smart deadbolt that retrofits into existing doors, brought modern digital access but required premium-compatible trims.

Together, Baldwin and Level close this gap for the first time, uniting timeless design with discreet smart technology so homeowners can enjoy both heritage craftsmanship and cutting-edge convenience.

View of an open wooden door with a silver Baldwin lock and handle, revealing a traditional living room with beige sofas, a fireplace, paintings, a chandelier, and windows with patterned curtains.

Key Features

Close-up of a white electrical outlet with a brown trim, alongside a metallic switch plate with two buttons on a white wall.

INVISIBLE SMART LOCK SYSTEM
All technology is engineered inside the deadbolt, preserving the exterior look of the door.

Smart lock with electronic keypad and smartphone control app displayed.

SEAMLESS RETRO FIT
Installs into existing doors while enabling modern digital access like mobile keys and smart home integration.

Close-up of gloved hands holding a metal grinding or polishing tool near a rotating wheel.

LUXURY HERITAGE
Renowned for timeless craftsmanship and premium finishes, featured in prestigious estates across the U.S.

TREND RESEARCH

A detailed infographic with five columns discussing design trends in 2023. The columns are titled: 1) Sustainable & Eco-friendly, with an image of a wooden door. 2) Minimalist & Simple Aesthetics, showing a close-up of a minimalist door handle. 3) Customizable & Bespoke Designs, featuring abstract black and white patterned objects. 4) Mixed Materials & Textures, displaying a row of differently textured and colored metal hardware pieces. 5) Smart & Connect Technology, with an image of a hand reaching out to a smart lock on a wall.
A table divided into three columns: Materials, Finishes, and Technologies. The Materials column lists brass, bronze, stainless steel, glass & crystal accents, and ceramic with descriptions. The Finishes column shows images of different finishes like PVD coating, matte black, textured finishes, and antique & patina finishes with descriptions. The Technologies column contains images related to smart locks, biometric systems, IoT integration, with descriptions of each technology.

DEVELOPMENT

A technical illustration of door lock components including a cylindrical lock, a lock body with a bolt, a mounting plate, and a gasket, with labels for cutout and bolt plate.

RESEARCH
Studied the Level lock system, took detailed measurements, and analyzed key features to ensure seamless integration.

Sketch of three Baldwin lockset designs, including a square plate and circular knobs, labeled Baldwin.

2D SKETCH
Developed three distinct style directions based on the Marketing team’s brief, exploring aesthetic and functional possibilities.

3D CAD model of a mechanical part with measurements highlighted, including diameter and curved lengths in a CAD software.

3D CAD
Built precise CAD models in Creo for trims and deadbolt covers, capturing design intent and mechanical fit.

3D printed components, including a ring-shaped piece and a square piece with a circular hole, on a table with a laptop showing 3D modeling software.

PROTOTYPING
Produced 3D-printed prototypes to evaluate size, shape, and fit in physical form.

A close-up of a silver door lock with a square mounting plate and a keyhole, mounted on a dark background.

3D RENDERING
Created photorealistic renderings for the Marketing review deck, enabling alignment on design direction.

A detailed technical diagram of a mechanical component, possibly a motor or engine part, showing internal parts, shafts, and measurements.

ENGINEERING
Partnered with internal engineering to refine details for DFM, ensuring manufacturability and production feasibility.

FEATURES

☑ Compatible with 1-3/8” and 1-3/4” doors

☑ Sleek brass craftsmanship with concealed electronics

☑ Easy installation with included battery

☑ Unlock via app, key, or optional fob/keypad

☑ Durable PVD Lifetime finish built to endure

☑ Connection options: Wi-Fi + BLTH or BLTH + MATTER

A retail display with a white lockable display case on a black metal stand, containing a gold-colored handle with a key inserted, possibly for testing or demonstration purposes. There is a remote control and a keypad nearby.
Display board showcasing high-tech security products including locks and keypads, with signage promoting a partnership between Baldwin and Level, at a trade show or store.
Three images of Baldwin door lock hardware, including deadbolts and latch mechanisms, displayed against a black background with 'BALDWIN x level' logo.
Close-up of a Baldwin door lock with a cylindrical keypad and mounting hardware on a black background.

Gramercy Round Level Deadbolt

Silver Baldwin deadbolt lock with a round knob and keyhole, mounted on a black background.

Baltimore Level Deadbolt

Unassembled silver door lock with latch mechanism and faceplate on a black background

Gramercy Square Level Deadbolt

Home
Home
Next Project
Next Project