Winkhaus

blueEvo

More Than Just Access Control: Where Design Meets Security

blueEvo: Intelligent Access Design by Eckstein Design – Your Product Design Agency for Modern Security Solutions

Eckstein Design crafted the keys and locking systems for the blueEvo product family by Winkhaus—flexible, secure, and aesthetic access solutions for administrative, healthcare, and industrial environments. Discover how thoughtful product design merges efficiency and security.

multiple Winkhaus blueEvo keys fyling on blue background showing off the Industrial design from all sides

Overview

blueEvo by Winkhaus represents a new generation of access management, setting the bar with the highest security standards and a clear, modern design language. Developed in collaboration with Eckstein Design, the system excels not only in modern office buildings, hotels, and healthcare facilities but also in industrial settings. The fusion of innovative security architecture and award-winning industrial design creates a solution that sets new benchmarks both technically and aesthetically.

The Challenge

An iconic design for the next generation of access management
As a globally recognized provider of intelligent window technology, door locking systems, and access solutions, Winkhaus faced the challenge of developing the next generation of its products. In an agile design process with an interdisciplinary team, we at Eckstein Design tackled the key question: What unique selling points can a modern access management system embody—both visually and functionally?
Our goal was to create a cohesive design language that seamlessly combines Winkhaus’ technological innovations with a timeless, iconic aesthetic.

Multiple sketches hinting at the design process of the blueevo Key

The Key – Dynamism and Precision in Your Hand

The blueEvo key designed by Eckstein Design is more than just an identification medium—it’s a symbol of security and design innovation.


  • Unique Design: The key features rounded edges and flowing lines that create a subtle sense of dynamism. Its slightly textured surface invites touch, fostering a tactile connection between the user and the technology.
  • Haptics & Ergonomics: The precise seam alignment and balanced weight distribution convey both premium quality and comfort.
  • Color Coding: Different colors enable quick key identification—a practical feature that fuses functionality with product design.
This product design not only establishes an aesthetic differentiator but also enhances usability and reinforces the user’s sense of security.

Winkhaus blueEvo Key three quater perspective in black on black background highlighting the sleek product design contour
multiple winkhause blueEvo keys laying on black background with different colored caps showing the versatile industrial design

The Door Fittings – Elegance and Functionality in Perfect Balance

The door fittings of the blueEvo product family, developed by Eckstein Design, reflect a commitment to uniting functionality with design aesthetics.


  • Refined Simplicity: The ETB-IM door fitting captivates with its precise contour lines, exuding modernity and technical sophistication.
  • Material Diversity: The combination of back-printed glass and brushed stainless steel imparts visual lightness while signaling strength and security.
  • Flexibility: Alongside the premium stainless-steel version, a minimalist plastic variant was designed for hotel applications. This version impresses with gentle curves and the interplay of matte and glossy surfaces.
This design diversity allows the blueEvo product family to be seamlessly integrated into a variety of architectural contexts—from modern office spaces to heritage-listed buildings.

The Result

The collaboration between Winkhaus and Eckstein Design resulted in a product family that seamlessly combines technological excellence with aesthetic sophistication. Every component of the blueEvo series—from identification media to door fittings—was developed and manufactured in Germany. The system meets the highest security standards, providing reliable protection against both mechanical and electronic threats.

Moreover, the well-thought-out design delivers an intuitive user experience that seamlessly integrates into everyday life. The system’s flexible and modular architecture allows access solutions to be tailored to various requirements—ranging from small businesses to complex corporate structures.

By combining innovative technology with a clear, iconic design, blueEvo is not only a highly functional solution but also a visually compelling one—offering long-term investment security and a future-proof approach.

Overview of the Winkhaus Blue Evo Family showing the Product Design of multiple doof fittings and the key from the front

The Design Approach

The design philosophy of Eckstein Design is rooted in the belief that good industrial design goes far beyond aesthetics. It serves as the interface between humans and technology, fundamentally shaping the user experience of a product. In developing the blueEvo product family, our focus was on creating a design language that conveys clarity and precision while remaining intuitive and user-friendly.

The clean lines give the products a modern, timeless aesthetic, while ergonomic refinements ensure a comfortable and intuitive user experience. Material selection played a key role in our process—high-quality, durable materials not only guarantee stability and resilience but also support sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Our goal was to complement Winkhaus’ technological innovations with a design that excels both visually and functionally, while clearly differentiating the brand through an iconic design language.

detial view of 4 winkhaus blueEvo keys in black on blue background highleighting the sleek minimalistic industrial design

From Idea to Iconic Design – Launch Your Next Project with Eckstein Design

blueEvo is more than an access control system—it’s a design statement that demonstrates how Eckstein Design merges technological innovation with aesthetic excellence.

Our product design agency creates solutions that excel through functionality, user-friendliness, and timeless industrial design.

Whether it’s industrial design for medical technology or corporate industrial design for measurement systems and consumer goods, we transform your ideas into innovative, functional, and aesthetic products.

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