In contemporary interior design, flexibility is just as important as aesthetics. From luxury kitchens and concealed home offices to hospitality interiors and bespoke storage solutions, the ability to reveal or conceal entire spaces is transforming the way we design and use them.

Hawa's Concepta III family has become an established solution for creating these adaptable interiors, combining precision-engineered hardware with smooth, intuitive operation and beautifully flush cabinet frontages.

Now, Swiss manufacturer Hawa has introduced the new Folding Concepta III V2, the latest evolution of its folding/slide-in sliding door system.

Building on the capabilities of the original, V2 introduces refinements designed to offer greater design flexibility, improved ease of operation and simpler installation, making it an attractive solution for architects, interior designers and specialist joiners.

As a leading UK supplier of Hawa hardware, SWS Hardware is pleased to introduce this latest development to our range. In this article, we explore what's changed, the benefits for your projects and how the system can help bring ambitious interior designs to life.

What is the Hawa Concepta III family?

The Hawa Concepta III family is a range of pivot and folding/slide-in hardware for wooden doors. Doors open, slide sideways into the cabinet and park in a very small space, giving free access to the entire interior. When you’re done, they glide back out to form a flush, uninterrupted front.

The family includes two complementary systems:

• Hawa Concepta III: pivot/slide-in hardware. Doors open to 90° and slide laterally into the cabinet, ideal for single-door openings, from half-height units to floor-to-ceiling installations.
• Hawa Folding Concepta III: folding/slide-in hardware. Doors fold in pairs before sliding sideways into the cabinet, opening up much wider spaces such as entire kitchens, home offices, pantries or bar back-fittings.

With Hawa’s more than 50 years of experience in pivot and folding/slide-in doors behind it, the Concepta III family is a proven choice for projects where function and aesthetics carry equal weight.

Key features and benefits

Every system in the Concepta III family shares the same core qualities, designed to make life easier for specifiers, joiners and end users alike:

• Flush, uniform frontage: an even gap pattern across every door creates a seamless, high-end finish that suits contemporary interiors.
• Push or Pull operation: choose handle-free Push-to-Open, where a gentle tap opens and unfolds the doors, or a Pull version with handles to suit the design.
• Smooth, quiet movement: ergonomic movement support, concealed hinges with soft-close damping and open/close assist mechanisms mean doors move with minimal effort and close gently every time.
• Large-scale possibilities: Folding Concepta III supports two pairs of folding doors, with cabinet frontages up to 3000 mm wide and 2700 mm high, including floor-to-ceiling and walk-in applications.
• Composed cabinet solution: an exceptionally flat lateral connection leaves just a 3–6 mm gap between the cabinet front and the countertop, with no machining of the worktop required.
• Fast, single-person installation: a high degree of pre-assembly and an intuitive front adjustment system reduce time on site and the number of tools needed.
• Built to last: the system is tested to 40,000 cycles and is maintenance-free for its service life, with certification to EN 1527 and EN 15706.
• Finishes to suit the scheme: front tracks are available in anodised aluminium or a contemporary black anodised finish.
• Precise planning: the free online Hawa Configurator calculates custom dimensions, drilling patterns and manufacturing data, with 2D and 3D visualisation.

What's new in Hawa Folding Concepta III V2?

Hawa Folding Concepta III V2 builds on the proven performance of the original system, introducing a series of refinements designed to offer greater design flexibility, simplify installation and improve everyday operation. From narrower door configurations to more efficient mounting and adjustment, V2 delivers practical benefits for designers, manufacturers and installers alike.

Greater design flexibility

With support for door widths from just 350 mm, Hawa Folding Concepta III V2 opens up new possibilities for smaller cabinet openings and compact furniture applications.

The range has also been extended to offer composed cabinet configurations across all models, providing greater flexibility when designing cabinetry positioned above worktops.

An exceptionally flush connection allows for a narrow door gap of just 3–6 mm, without the need to machine or recess the cover panel or countertop. This creates a clean, seamless appearance while reducing preparation and manufacturing time.

Faster installation and easier adjustment

V2 introduces several improvements designed to make installation quicker, simpler and more precise.

A simplified cable tensioning system and a new folding door damper eliminate the need for complex drilling, helping installers save valuable time during assembly.

Height adjustment has also been improved, allowing even floor-to-ceiling doors to be adjusted comfortably and ergonomically. These refinements make it easier to achieve the precise alignment required for a consistently high-quality finish.

Smoother, more precise operation

The new Push-to-Open mechanism delivers precise, convenient operation, allowing doors to open effortlessly while maintaining the clean, handle-free appearance that makes the Concepta III family so popular.

An easily adjustable holding force provides greater control during setup, helping installers fine-tune the mechanism to suit the application and ensure smooth, reliable operation.

Simplified ordering and logistics

The new V2 series sets have been designed to make specification and ordering more straightforward.

All models are now available for composed cabinet installations, with just two additional part numbers required across the range. The sets also eliminate disposable components, reducing unnecessary waste and simplifying product handling.

Combined with attractive pricing, these improvements make V2 a more efficient and cost-effective solution for furniture manufacturers, joiners and specialist installers.

Why choose Hawa Folding Concepta III V2?

There are many sliding door systems on the market, but few combine this level of engineering, flexibility and finish. Hawa Folding Concepta III V2 stands apart because it:

• Transforms whole spaces, not just doors: an open kitchen, bar or workstation can be revealed or concealed in seconds, making it ideal for hotel suites, serviced apartments, restaurants and multi-use leisure spaces.
• Delivers a truly flush finish: doors disappear completely into the cabinet, leaving clean lines that protect the integrity of the interior design.
• Offers unmatched layout freedom: combine with Hawa Concepta III for three-door fronts without a separating wall, with or without handles.
• Saves time on site: pre-assembled components, intuitive adjustment and single-person installation keep labour costs down and programmes on track.
• Is engineered for the long term: Swiss precision manufacturing, maintenance-free operation and recognised European certification give clients lasting peace of mind.
• Takes the guesswork out of specification: the updated Hawa Configurator means accurate dimensions and drilling data from day one.

For projects where every detail counts, Hawa Folding Concepta III V2 is the hardware your design deserves.

Why buy Hawa Folding Concepta III V2 from SWS Hardware?

As a leading UK Hawa supplier with more than 35 years in the industry, we understand the demands of luxury interior projects. When you source your Hawa solution from SWS Hardware, you benefit from:

• Expert, impartial advice: our team works alongside architects, interior designers and joiners to recommend the right system and specification for your project. Simply send us your drawings or sketches and we’ll provide a tailored specification and schedule.
• A dedicated, personal service: every project is given the ‘bespoke touch’, with a dedicated expert supporting you from design through to completion.
• Innovative account management: our customer portal makes it easy to manage and track orders, access quotes and view your projects online.
• The right products at the right time: our own fleet delivers across the South West and South Wales from our Newton Abbot distribution centre, with next day delivery to most of mainland UK via our carefully selected courier network.
• Click and collect: orders can be ready for collection from Newton Abbot in as little as 3 hours.
• Quality you can trust: as a third-generation, family-owned business accredited to ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, we’re committed to excellence in everything we do.

Ready to start your next project? Explore the Hawa Concepta III range on the SWS Hardware website, or call our team on 01626 333900 and we’ll help you bring your vision to life.