Object Mount Making with Precision and Aesthetic Expertise
Every object mount created by SMA Design is a precision-engineered fusion of technical expertise and design sensibility. As experienced museum designers, we understand what is required to produce mounts that are not only structurally secure but also aesthetically refined, enhancing the presence of each object without ever drawing attention away from it.
From fragile antiquities to complex contemporary sculptures, every mount is tailored to the object’s form, weight, and material, ensuring stability while appearing effortless and unobtrusive. Our solutions are never standard; each is carefully conceived to complement the artwork, presenting it at the perfect angle and height for optimal viewing.
Materials and Object Mounting
Materials are selected with the highest standards in mind. Acrylic, brass, steel, and timber are chosen for strength, longevity, and conservation compatibility, guaranteeing that mounts are both secure and safe for long-term display. For delicate or uniquely shaped objects, mounts are engineered to distribute weight evenly, avoiding stress points while preserving the object’s integrity.
Our approach is meticulous. Each mount undergoes detailed analysis and prototyping to refine balance, tension, and alignment. The result is a structure that supports the object confidently while remaining almost invisible, ensuring the focus remains entirely on the artwork itself.
SMA Design has extensive experience across a wide spectrum of objects, from ancient artefacts to contemporary multi-material works. Our understanding of museum display requirements allows us to address complex structural and geometrical challenges while maintaining a visually harmonious presentation.
Durable and Expert Mount Making
Durability, adaptability, and reversibility are built into every design. Mounts are engineered to withstand installation, handling, and transport, ensuring objects remain secure and beautifully presented throughout their lifecycle, whether on permanent display or touring.
At the core of every mount is precision, subtlety, and design expertise. By combining engineering with an eye for aesthetic excellence, SMA Design delivers mounts that are elegant, stable, and visually refined. Each solution is a quiet work of art, designed to protect, support, and enhance the artwork, allowing audiences to experience it at its very best.
"Our aim where possible is always to have a mount that completely disappears"
If you have a mounting project, contact our mounting team, who will advise you on the best approach and ensure your objects are presented with both safety and elegance.
