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Lawson-Fenning Benches

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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
Walnut Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa bench features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to dis...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa bench features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles,...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Oak Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa Bench features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Velvet, Oak

Paul Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul bench features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler. The Lawson-Fenning Colle...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Brass

Oak and Tan Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted leather cushion with leather straps.
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Paul Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul bench features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler. The Lawson-Fenning Collec...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Linen

Brass Paul Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Paul bench features a solid lacquered brass base and an upholstered seat with piping. Each leg features a rounded leveler. The Lawson-Fenning Collec...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Brass

Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angel...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

George Bench by Brian Paquette x Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The George Bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The low profile silhouette sits above a sculpted solid wood base and is available with...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Oak, Upholstery

George Bench by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The George bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The low profile silhouette sits above a sculpted solid woo...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Oak

Oak and Tan Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angel...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Leather, Oak

Walnut Topa Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Topa bench features a handcrafted roundover frame and secured tufted cushion. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, ...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Upholstery, Walnut

Walnut and Black Leather Ojai Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Ojai bench features a solid white oak or solid walnut base and a tufted leather cushion with leather straps. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angel...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Shoreland Bench by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Shoreland Bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The bench features a channel-tufted seat and a solid wood base. The Lawson-Fenni...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Oak

George Bench by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The George bench is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette. The low profile silhouette sits above a sculpted solid wood base. This piece is availa...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Wool, Walnut

Indoor / Outdoor Montrose Bench by Lawson-Fenning
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Montrose bench has a steel frame and two loose cushions. Can be used indoors or outdoors, please specify when ordering. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Lawson-Fenning Benches

Materials

Steel

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Lawson-fenning benches for sale on 1stDibs.

Lawson-Fenning benches 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 benches, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original benches 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 benches by Montage, Carlos Solano-Granda, and Mel Smilow. Prices for Lawson-Fenning benches can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,037 and can go as high as $5,416, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,015.

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