Business Details
28 Years
experience
Custom Cabinet & Furniture Design in Laguna Beach, CA
Langin Designs has been crafting custom interior-fitted cabinetry and furniture since 1998, serving interior designers, contractors, and clients seeking exceptional craftsmanship. Our approach prioritizes collaboration, beginning with design consultation and material selection, followed by meticulous fabrication and installation. We specialize in balancing aesthetic beauty with functional utility, using premium solid wood and veneers. Our team's global expertise, spanning projects in Morocco, the Philippines, and the United States, ensures a refined understanding of diverse materials and techniques. With a philosophy rooted in the European guild tradition, we emphasize integrity, skill, and authenticity in every project, from kitchen remodels to complete home transformations.Our work has been recognized through awards in the Design in Wood international competition and the CWD design portfolio. Featured in publications like LUXE. interiors + design and the Orange County Register, we continue to push boundaries in wood craftsmanship. Our commitment to quality extends to charitable initiatives, including contributions to the Special Operation Warrior Fund through our 'Our Flag' project. Clients consistently praise our attention to detail, transparent communication, and ability to exceed expectations through personalized service.
Services
Custom cabinetry
Furniture design
Automation systems
Featured projects
Gallery installations
Wood craftsmanship
Material selection
Installation services
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in custom wood craftsmanship since 1998
- Our team combines European guild traditions with modern design techniques
- We use premium solid woods and veneers from global sources
- Our process includes personalized design consultation and material selection
- We've completed high-profile projects for international clients
What people say
Exceeded my expectations
Magnificent work
Skilled craftsmanship
Personalized approach
Quality materials
Services
Custom cabinetry
We create tailored cabinetry solutions that merge functionality with artistic design. Our process begins with collaborative design consultations to understand client needs, followed by material selection from premium woods like American walnut and African makore. Each piece undergoes meticulous fabrication in our Laguna Beach workshop before professional installation.
Furniture design
Our furniture design service transforms spaces through unique, handcrafted pieces. From initial concept to final installation, we focus on creating timeless works that reflect clients' lifestyles. The process incorporates global material sourcing and traditional European woodworking techniques perfected over decades of practice.
Automation systems
We integrate advanced automation technology into custom furniture pieces. This service combines mechanical engineering with fine woodworking to create functional masterpieces like TV-lifting mechanisms and automated watch winders, all while maintaining aesthetic integrity and using premium materials.
Featured projects
Our featured projects showcase exceptional craftsmanship through high-profile commissions. These works demonstrate our ability to execute complex designs across diverse settings, from luxury residences like Villa Gucci to public installations such as the Valejo Library, each telling a unique story through wood.
Gallery installations
We create immersive gallery experiences that highlight the artistic potential of wood. This service extends our craftsmanship to spatial design, transforming spaces like our Laguna Beach gallery into showcases that emphasize the natural beauty and versatility of different wood species.
People
Franois Langin
Principal
Founder Franois Langin brings 35+ years of woodworking expertise rooted in European guild traditions. A graduate of Lyon's University Compagnonique, he honed his craft through international projects including Morocco's Royal Palace and New York penthouses before establishing Langin Designs in Southern California.
Questions
What types of wood do you work with?
We work with premium woods including American walnut, African makore, English sycamore, and exotic species like sucupira and macassar ebony, carefully selected for their quality and aesthetic properties.
Do you work on both residential and commercial projects?
We handle both residential and commercial projects, from private homes in Laguna Beach to luxury spaces like the Rodnick's Office and Heish Theater installations.
How long does a typical project take?
Project timelines vary based on complexity but typically range from 8-16 weeks, including design consultation, material sourcing, fabrication, and installation phases.
Can you match existing woodwork in my home?
Yes, our team specializes in matching existing woodwork through careful material selection and traditional techniques, ensuring seamless integration with your current interior design.
Do you offer design consultations?
We provide comprehensive design consultations to understand your vision, space requirements, and aesthetic preferences before beginning any project.
What charitable initiatives do you support?
Our 'Our Flag' project donates portions of proceeds to the Special Operation Warrior Fund, supporting veterans and active military personnel through https://specialops.org/.
