A collaborative studio that celebrates classic mid-century modernism alongside groundbreaking contemporary style, Lawson-Fenning and its designs for lounge chairs, side tables, sofas and other furniture epitomize the eclectic vibrancy of Southern California.
Design students Glenn Lawson and Grant Fenning met at Pasadena’s ArtCenter College of Design in the 1990s. They shared a love of vintage furniture and, inspired by the area’s welcoming atmosphere and furniture-filled flea markets, the pair set down roots.
Lawson and Fenning rented out a studio space in Old Town Pasadena to develop new furnishings for the home as well as rework vintage pieces. Soon, passersby took notice of their original designs and wandered into the space to buy them. The pair later turned their studio into a retail outfit — initially calling it Rm. 107 before they later changed their name to Lawson-Fenning — and expanded their business to become the sophisticated design powerhouse it is today.
Lawson-Fenning’s flagship store sits on trendy Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles, California, where both original, handmade furniture and 20th century vintage pieces are on offer. A warm simplicity and a laid-back SoCal vibe radiates from the company’s signature works, and their own sought-after sofas, bar stools and desks pair cozily in any living room alongside vintage Moroccan rugs, bentwood lounge chairs by Arne Norell or sculptural lamps by Greta Magnusson Grossman. The studio also takes pride in a range of partnerships it has forged with other designers and brands — while Lawson-Fenning offers a collection of pieces from the likes of Werkstätte Carl Auböck, Allied Maker, Bradley Duncan and others, many of their partners have collaborated on exclusive lines of furniture with LF, too.
On 1stDibs find Lawson-Fenning seating, tables, lighting and case pieces.
Dining Chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, 1950s
By George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An early dining chair by George Nelson for Herman Miller, having tubular zinc-plated frames with floating upholstered seats and backs.
Steel
Lolita Dining Chair by Porada, 21st Century
By Emmanuel Gallina
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Italy, - made of fabric and wood, - shows signs of use, - seat height 48 cm, - good original condition.
Fabric, Wood
$2,613
H 27.17 in W 25.2 in D 31.5 in
Mid-century Alfred Hendrickx S7 high back chair for Belform 1950s
By Belform, Alfred Hendrickx
Located in Antwerpen, Antwerp
Rare high back chair designed by Alfred Hendrickx for Belform. The chair is documented in the catalogue as S7 H. They where produced as well with a lower back S7 L. The chair is conf...
Wood
Rodolfo Dordoni ''Dine Out' Outside Chair by Cassina
By Cassina, Rodolfo Dordoni
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Outdoor chair designed by Rodolfo Dordoni in 2020. Manufactured by Cassina in Italy. The Dine Out collection of furniture is designed to add a touch of sophisticated style to the ...
Fabric, Rope, Wood
$795
H 29 in W 19.5 in D 23.5 in
Outdoor / Patio Armless Lounge Chair, Richard Schultz for Knoll, USA, c. 1966
By Knoll
Located in Deland, FL
Designed in 1966 for Knoll’s groundbreaking Outdoor Collection, the 1966 Lounge Seating series—often simply called the “1966 Collection”—was Richard Schultz’s answer to creating eleg...
Aluminum
Gispen Armchair Model.415
By Gispen
Located in Shibuya-ku, 13
Model No. 415 by GISPEN, one of the Netherlands’ leading furniture manufacturers. Influenced by the Bauhaus movement, the company produced numerous pieces featuring functional, strea...
Steel
Model 31 Chairs, Kai Kristiansen, 1960s
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
Model 31 chairs (3 pieces sold separately), design Kai Kristiansen, 1960s. Beech frame, reupholstered with quality model Bond 7 -fabric by Lauritzon. Good vintage condition, minor pa...
Fabric, Beech
$2,950
H 28.75 in W 28.88 in D 23.75 in
Vintage Milo Baughman Paul McCobb Modern Lounge Chair by Joseph Cicchelli
By Luther Conover
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Lounge Chair byJoseph Cicchelli for Reilly Wolf In the manner of Salterini and Milo Baughman
Iron
American Designer, Lounge Chair, Iron, Fabric, USA, 1950s
By Pacific Iron, Dan Johnson
Located in High Point, NC
A black-painted iron and off white fabric lounge chair, designed and produced in the US, c. 1950s. Seat Height (inches): 16" Arm Height (inches): 21.38" All items ship from High P...
Iron
$8,500
H 34.26 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Chair by Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler, Midcentury Brazilian Design
By Carlo Hauner and Martin Eisler
Located in New York, NY
A rare piece designed by Carlo Hauner for "Moveis Artesanal," circa 1948. This chair it’s an icon and illustrates the logotype of the company. The structure is made of iron remains i...
Iron
Lawson-Fenning Montrose Lounge Chair, Indoor - Outdoor, Modern Garden Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Montrose lounge chair features a powder-coated steel frame and attached cushions that is suitable for indoor or outdoor use. The Montrose ottoman is available separately to match...
Steel
Skye Dining Chair by DISC Interiors x Lawson-Fenning, Modern Dining Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Skye dining chair features a sculptural silhouette and inspired upholstery details. The DISC Interiors x LF six-piece capsule collection pulls design inspiration from the romanc...
Upholstery, Walnut
Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning, Modern Dining Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shoreland chair is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The dining chair features a channel tufted back and seat with a solid American waln...
Linen, Oak
Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning, Modern Dining Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shoreland chair is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The dining chair features a channel tufted back and seat with a solid American waln...
Linen, Oak
Lawson-Fenning Indoor / Outdoor Cruz Dining Chair, Teak, Modern Garden Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The outdoor version of the Cruz dining chair is made of solid teak featuring a cantilevered shape and matte black powder coated stretchers. The seat is upholstered. Inspired by the ...
Teak
Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning, Modern Dining Chair
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shoreland chair is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The dining chair features a channel tufted back and seat with a solid American waln...
Velvet, Walnut
