The Scrap corner
Every workshop has a space where bits of leftover material from different projects all build-up together. Come explore our little scrap corner as we reflect on and remember some beautiful projects from the past.
Repairing dog Scratches on leather
We love our furry friends, however we know that they can get into mischief and add wear and tear to leather furniture pieces.
Hancock & Moore recliner Restoration
Since 1981, Hancock & Moore has been producing some of the finest, American-made leather furniture in the industry, like this dapper recliner which recently made it to our Houston workshop. It’s easy to imagine the owner of this chair enjoying many a contemplative evening relaxing in this fantastic piece. Of course, well-loved furniture necessarily shows its age as time passes, and each piece will need a bit of sprucing up every so often. Our team is always excited for an opportunity to restore pieces with solid bones, crafted by some of the greatest furniture manufacturers in the business, and this recliner was no exception!
Hygge comes to a houston restaurant
There is nothing quite like seeing a room warmly imbued with that special coziness that the Danes term “hygge.” Perhaps it is something about the festive season - crackling firewood, wool blankets, a roast in the oven - that put us in the mood for this winter refresh of a local Houston restaurant. Our team leaned into the holiday spirit while working to restore the fine leather seating throughout this space, giving it back its original, inviting and convivial charm.
Mararlunga sofa and chair set by Vico Magistretti for Cassina
Our team recently undertook the restoration of a vintage Maralunga sofa and chair set by Vico Magistretti for Cassina. Come checkout the results!
Restoring a ranch home Bar & dining chair set
Our team recently completed a re-upholstery/restoration project of an antique dining chair and barstool set. The goal of the project was to re-upholster the old worn material with new top grain leather panels and yet still preserve the patinaed look of a well loved ranch dining chair and barstool.
Feeling Those Vintage Leather Vibes
Take a sneak peek at this swanky seventies sofa that we restored in our Houston workshop. This charmer is a landmark bit of design history. Known as the Anfibio convertible sofa, it was designed by Alessandro Becchi in 1972 and has been produced by Giovannetti in Italy every since. We took this baby from garage man-cave status to museum-worthy in just a few short weeks.
Restoring a Midcentury Masterpiece
Join us as we stand in awe of this incredible white leather chaise lounger designed by the famous Bauhaus architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. Our team was privileged to perform the restoration work on this iconic piece and were able to clean and condition the leather to return its subtle splendor.
Restoring an Antique Camel Saddle
Just in time for the holy month of Ramadan, we had the privilege to restore an antique camel saddle - one of the more unique pieces we have had in the shop as of late. While leather repair is like a science, leather restoration is best described as an art form, one our craftsmen were excited to exercise on this piece.