Lawson-Fenning was founded in the late 1990s by Glenn Lawson and Grant Fenning, who met as design students in Pasadena. Now based in Los Angeles, the brand embodies a relaxed Southern California aesthetic, merging simple forms and natural materials with the heritage of California craft. Their work is often described as California cool.
The core of the business is the LF Collection, a line of furniture handmade in Los Angeles. The company has worked with the same family of local fabricators for over two decades to produce its designs. This collection focuses on purposeful materials and functional forms, with signature pieces like the Ojai Lounge Chair and Mesa Sofa.
In addition to their own collection, Lawson-Fenning's Melrose Avenue flagship showroom features a curated selection of vintage 20th-century design. The space also showcases limited-release ceramics, lighting, and art from a roster of other makers and artists. The inventory is kept dynamic to foster collaboration and discovery.
