Business Details
44 Years
experience
Custom Handcrafted Furniture & Lighting by Chris Lehrecke
Since 1982, Chris Lehrecke has dedicated his practice to crafting furniture and lighting that harmonize modern sensibilities with enduring design traditions. Influenced by African, Asian, Shaker, and Scandinavian aesthetics, our work balances primitive textures with refined material execution. Based in New York's Hudson Valley since 1997, we source local woods like walnut, cherry, and oak from our property's meadows, ensuring sustainability and connection to our environment. Our process integrates design and fabrication, whether producing limited editions or one-of-a-kind pieces, maintaining hands-on involvement in every creation. Recognized by the Brooklyn Museum with its Modernism/Young Designer Award in 1997, we collaborate with artisans such as E.R.Butler and Gabriella Kiss to push creative boundaries. With decades of experience, we offer custom solutions and curated collections that reflect both tradition and innovation. Our studio's evolutionfrom Brooklyn to a purpose-built Hudson Valley spacemirrors our commitment to evolving craftsmanship while honoring material authenticity.
Services
Custom Furniture Design
Lighting Collections
Dining Tables
Storage Solutions
Pedestal Creations
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We have over 40 years of experience in modern furniture design and craftsmanship
- Our studio sources sustainable local woods from New York's Hudson Valley region
- We maintain direct involvement in every stage of the fabrication process
- Our work is featured in the Brooklyn Museum's permanent collection
- We collaborate with renowned artisans to enhance design innovation
Services
Custom Furniture Design
We create tailored furniture solutions that combine modern aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship. Using sustainably sourced hardwoods, our team designs and fabricates unique pieces that reflect both client needs and our commitment to material integrity. Each creation maintains the natural qualities of its components while achieving functional elegance.
Lighting Collections
Our lighting designs merge innovative forms with natural materials. Featuring veneer shades, spun metal components, and wooden bases, these collections offer both ambient illumination and sculptural appeal. Each piece balances practicality with artistic expression through carefully considered material combinations and finishes.
Dining Tables
We craft distinctive dining tables using organic shapes and premium materials. From trestle bases to pedestal designs, each table combines structural innovation with natural textures. Available in various wood finishes and customizable dimensions to suit both residential and commercial spaces.
Storage Solutions
Our storage furniture integrates functional design with artistic elements. Featuring unique drawer configurations, natural edge details, and handcrafted hardware, these pieces offer practical organization while maintaining visual interest. Available in multiple wood options and finish combinations.
Pedestal Creations
We design sculptural pedestals that highlight material beauty through organic forms. Using turned wood, metal accents, and innovative shapes, these display solutions serve both functional and decorative purposes. Available in various sizes and configurations for gallery or home use.
People
Chris Lehrecke
Founder & Lead Designer
With over four decades of experience, Chris Lehrecke has established himself as a leading furniture designer blending modern aesthetics with traditional craftsmanship. His work has been recognized by major institutions and continues to evolve through material experimentation and artisan collaborations.
Questions
What types of furniture do you specialize in?
We specialize in modern custom furniture including seating, tables, storage units, and pedestals using sustainably sourced hardwoods.
Do you offer custom design services?
Yes, we provide full custom design services for unique furniture pieces tailored to client specifications and spaces.
What materials do you use in your creations?
We primarily use locally sourced walnut, cherry, oak, and maple woods, along with metal accents and sustainable fabrication methods.
Are your pieces available outside New York?
Yes, we ship custom orders nationwide and maintain a permanent collection in the Brooklyn Museum.
