Enda Devlin and his team are recognized leaders in the application of liquid metal, specialized in transforming standard architectural substrates into seamless, cold-cast metal surfaces. Operating from their studio in County Tyrone, Northern Ireland they provide a comprehensive turnkey service - engineering bespoke textures in brass, bronze, copper and zinc for high-impact feature walls, sculptural joinery and architectural installations.
The team has built an international reputation for excellence in high-specification environments, executing prestigious commissions for landmark interiors such as the Hilton Hotel, London, and the world’s most elite cruise lines, including Cunard, Royal Caribbean, and P&O. This deep-rooted experience in the marine and luxury sectors ensures that every project is delivered with the metallurgical precision and structural durability required by world-class architects and designers.
Authentic liquid metal isn't a shortcut, it is a meticulous process of fusing real metal particles with high-performance binders to create a finish that is indistinguishable from solid cast bronze, brass or copper. Unlike standard metallic paints, this is a "cold-cast" process that requires an instinctive understanding of viscosity and cure times to achieve a flawless, structural skin. The process allows for the seamless application of genuine metal over complex geometries - such as the reception desks at the Hilton Hotel, London - providing the prestige of heavy masonry with the versatility of a sprayable medium.
The reputation of Devlin In Design has been forged in high-specification environments where precision is the only standard. Executing complex architectural features for world-class projects - such as multiple liquid metal projects on some of the world's largest cruise ships - requires a rigorous approach to material performance that goes far beyond surface aesthetics.
This international experience serves as the technical backbone for the studio’s work closer to home. We bring a battle-tested understanding of structural demands, weight considerations and durability to every local commission. Whether engineering seamless metal overheads for a boutique hotel or custom-cladding architectural features for a private residence, we apply world-class standards to the local landscape, ensuring every installation is as structurally sound as it is visually striking.
There is a raw, atmospheric honesty in every panel Enda creates. This isn’t a sterile, factory-produced surface. It is a labour-intensive, hand-silvered process where the interaction between chemistry and glass is guided entirely by the craftsman’s eye.
When you stand before an antique mirror feature wall or ceiling finished by Enda, you are looking at human intent rather than a machine-printed imitation. You can see the depth in the silvering and the precision of a man who knows exactly how to manipulate oxidation to let the glass speak for itself. It is work that is as durable as it is beautiful, built by a craftsman who still believes that the most evocative surfaces are those created with your own two hands.
