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.
Lawson-Fenning L-Shaped Mesa Sectional, Linene & Walnut, Modern Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Mesa Sectional is fully upholstered and features a walnut or oak plinth base. Also available as a Sectional with Chaise or a Sofa. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and ...
Fabric, Walnut
Lawson-Fenning Morro Sectional, Beige Tufted Linen & Solid Oak, Modern Sofa
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Morro Sectional by Lawson-Fenning is our deepest and largest scaled sectional featuring a biscuit tufted seat, loose back cushions and a geometrically sculpted base. Available in...
Linen, Oak, Upholstery
Lawson-Fenning Curved Back Sectional, Linen & Solid Oak, Modern Angled Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Curved Back Sectional is a tuxedo style sofa with curved back corners and features down-wrapped, removable seat and back cushions and two bol...
Upholstery, Oak
Lawson-Fenning Forster Sectional, Tufted Cushions & Solid Oak Base, Modern Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The finely tailored two piece Forster Sectional consists of a bench sofa and a generous chaise which can be specified to land on either side. This sectional rests atop an elegantly t...
Oak, Upholstery
Lawson-Fenning Moreno Sectional, Bench Cushion & Chaise, Modern Couch
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 2 piece Moreno Sectional sits deep and spacious with a beautifully curved silhouette. This sectional consists of a bench sofa and a generous chaise which can be specified for eit...
Upholstery, Walnut
Lawson-Fenning Isherwood Sectional, Modern Channel Tufted Couch, Solid Oak Bas
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The isherwood sectional features a channel tufted body with loose bolster cushions. The turned legs are made of solid white oak or American walnut and are inset on the sides revealin...
Upholstery, Oak
$12,072Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 35.44 in W 188.98 in D 98.43 in
Organically Shaped Post-Modern Sectional Sofa in Black Leather
Located in Oirlo, LI
Step into a world where comfort meets artistry with this extraordinary 1980s sectional sofa. Crafted in Europe during the height of post-modern design, this sofa is more than just ...
Leather
$800Sale Price / set|76% Off
H 30 in W 110 in D 110 in
Weiman Sculptural Post Modern Sectional - 5 Pieces
By Weiman
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A five piece post modern sectional attributed to Weiman. Sculptural silhouette, with four single modules and one corner piece. Original upholstery as found. Reupholstery recommended....
Upholstery
$20,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 28 in W 133 in D 57 in
Spectacular Vladimir Kagan Curved 3-Piece Cloud Sofa Sectional Directional
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Spectacular Vladimir Kagan curved 3-piece cloud sofa sectional with Directional label. This rare sofa sectional retains its original orange brown...
Upholstery
Mid Century Modern Style Four Piece Sectional Sofa
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Mid Century Modern style four piece sectional sofa with 2 contoured end units and 2 curved center units that offers ample seating. The sectional with button tufted backs, foam fill...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
Sloane Sectional Sofa by Vladimir Kagan
By Vladimir Kagan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Established in 2008, the Vladimir Kagan Couture collection features a selection of the Classic Kagan designs from 1950s to his new designs from 21st century. One of the new designs on offer here is the New Moon sofa...
Fabric, Foam, Wood
$24,500 / set
H 29.5 in W 180 in D 34 in
Stunning Hollywood Regency Tufted 2-Piece Curved Sectional Sofa
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Hollywood Regency an extra long two-part sofa with a deep tufted back. The sofa splits in the centre, each side has a single seat cushion with rounded outer edge on an upholstered base, the extension has a tufted top and also has a curved edge. The sofa comes with two matching tufted foot stools...
Upholstery
Six Piece Mid Century Boxy Modern Modular or Sectional L Shaped Sofa
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A classic boxy modular sofa circa 1970's. A very simple timeless design. Single chairs measures W 28 D 35, corner piece measures W 35 D 35, and the ottoman measures W 29 D 29. Fabric...
Fabric
$7,800
H 28 in W 142 in D 110 in
Mid-Century Post Modern Curved L Shaped Cloud Sectional Sofa by Directional
By Directional
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sleek & stunning L shaped sectional sofa with incredible design lines. This well built sofa is by Directional furniture, circa 1980s. It features the original fabric in a 3 separat...
Fabric
Mid-Century Modern Curved Sectional L Shaped Sofa
By Carsons
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A curvy three piece sectional designed by Carson's Furniture and produced in the early 1980s. It features a unique over lapping cushion design. Fabric is original, and dated, but usa...
Fabric
$5,850
H 26 in W 95 in D 66 in
Fabulous Milo Baughman 5 Piece Curved Back Sectional Sofa Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin 5 piece curved back cube sectional sofa. This sectional has some wear to the original fabric and will need to be reupholstered. The sofa meas...
Upholstery
Mid-Century Modern Curved Serpentine Sectional Sofa by Weiman
By Weiman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Sleek and modern, this sofa was produced by Weiman Preview, dating to the 1980s. It features an elegant three-piece design, with the main body set upon an upholstered plinth-style ba...
Fabric, Upholstery
$7,500 / set
H 26.5 in W 94 in D 36 in
Pair of Milo Baughman Style Walnut Case Loveseat Sectional Mid-Century Modern
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stunning Milo Baughman style walnut case sofa with matching loveseat. This set is in very nice vintage condition-the original fabric still looks great. There are a few minor dings to...
Upholstery, Walnut
$7,800
H 28 in W 108 in D 108 in L 28 in
Mid-Century Modern Curved L Shape Sectional Sofa & Chaise in Art Deco Form
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A large vintage 2 piece sectional sofa with a gorgeous form. It features 2 sections with a low profile sculptural look. Feet are low profile 1 inch cylinders. Fabric is original and ...
Fabric, Wood
$12,930
H 28.75 in W 90.56 in D 38.19 in
B&B Italia Charles L-Shaped Designer Sectional Sofa by Antonio Citterio
Located in Nottingham, GB
Designed by renowned Italian architect and designer **Antonio Citterio** for **B&B Italia**, the **Charles** collection was introduced in 1997 and has since become one of the def...
Wool
Thayer Coggin Midcentury Sectional Sofa
By Thayer Coggin
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Thayer Coggin midcentury sectional sofa This sofa measures: 145 wide x 86 deep x 30 inches high, with a seat height of 17 and arm height of...
Upholstery, Wood
Muir Curved Sofa Lawson-Fenning Mid Century Post Modern Luxury
By Lawson-Fenning
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, CB2 Muir Curved Sofa by Lawson-Fenning upholstered in a soft camel velvet with a distinctive curved wooden plinth base. Dimensions: 28" H x 89.5" W x 37" D, ...
Velvet, Walnut