Why LA Leads in Reclaimed Design
Los Angeles has become the epicenter of reclaimed wood design in the United States. The city's combination of environmentally conscious consumers, a vibrant design community, abundant demolition activity generating source material, and a climate that allows year-round construction creates the perfect ecosystem for reclaimed wood projects.
From Venice Beach restaurants to Silver Lake homes, from DTLA commercial lofts to Pasadena historic restorations, reclaimed lumber appears in some of the city's most celebrated architectural projects. Here are ten standout examples from our portfolio.
The Projects
1. Arts District Loft Conversion — 4,800 BF of reclaimed Douglas Fir paneling and exposed beams transformed a raw industrial space into a warm residential loft. 2. Abbot Kinney Restaurant — Heart Pine flooring and a live-edge White Oak bar top anchor the farm-to-table concept. 3. Pasadena Craftsman Restoration — Period-matched old-growth Redwood siding brought a 1912 bungalow back to its original glory.
4. Santa Monica Tech Office — Three floors of tongue-and-groove Douglas Fir ceiling paneling create biophilic warmth. 5. Malibu Beach House — Reclaimed Ipe decking and Douglas Fir pergola timbers withstand the coastal salt air. 6. West Hollywood Boutique Hotel — Heart Pine lobby paneling and custom stair treads create historic luxury.
7. Culver City Co-Working — Cedar and Fir partition walls provide natural acoustic separation. 8. Manhattan Beach Custom Home — Whole-house reclaimed package: White Oak floors, Walnut kitchen island, Fir ceiling beams. 9. Echo Park Community Garden — 100% donated reclaimed lumber demonstrates accessible sustainability. 10. Highland Park Record Shop — Mixed rough-sawn species create an authentic vintage atmosphere.