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Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

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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.

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Creator: Lawson-Fenning
Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
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...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Cruz Dining Chair Outdoor by Lawson-Fenning
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 ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

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Teak

Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
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...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

Materials

Linen, Oak

Oak and Leather Cruz Barstool by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Cruz barstool is made from a solid American walnut or white oak frame that features a cantilevered shape and lacquered brass stretchers. The seat is ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

Materials

Brass

Cruz Dining Chair Outdoor by Lawson-Fenning
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 th...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

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Shoreland Chair by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
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...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Side Chairs

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Lawson-fenning side chairs for sale on 1stDibs.

Lawson-Fenning side chairs are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of wood and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Lawson-Fenning side chairs, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original side chairs by Lawson-Fenning were created in the mid-century modern style in united states during the 21st century and contemporary. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider side chairs by and Norman Cherner. Prices for Lawson-Fenning side chairs can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $1,902, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,604.

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