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Our Most Recent

Custom Work

S&L

About Us

S and L is the vision and creation of father and son duo Louis and Steven Lopez. Third generation woodworkers based in the Los Angeles area and specializing in custom woodwork. From tables and bookcases to bed frames and dressers, every piece is handcrafted and made to the highest standards. Along with the signature collection, fully custom projects are also welcomed. A rarity these days, but an important opportunity that has afforded us the chance to continually sharpen our skills. Over the past 10 plus years we’ve made not only custom furniture, but also built-ins, shelves, mantels, home goods, faux beams, and wall treatments. Basically, anything with wood you’ve seen on the show Fixer Upper.

“We got going back in 2013, making small things for family and friends. But really, the true roots of the business go back much further than that. My grandfather was a master carpenter and cabinet maker. He was also a business owner and leader in his industry at a time when few Mexican- Americans were. He taught me carpentry and the importance of hard work. It was his influence that gave me the desire and belief in myself to start my own business someday.” -Steven

Although really close the two are both very different people. Family members say Steven showed signs of artistic talent even at a very young age. In a story told countless times, his parents recall when as a toddler he covered an entire wall in crayon. This “mural” depicted an entire airport scene complete with a jumbo jet and massive crowd. They were understandably upset at the time, but also a little amazed. For him creating and working with wood has been an ideal creative outlet.

Louis started woodworking as a teen in woodshop class. He always enjoyed it, but it was the bookcase he made from solid black walnut that really hooked him for life. He would enter many careers, including mechanical engineering and teaching to provide for his family, but always hoped to return to his beloved woodworking once he retired.  Together they each complement one another well- youth and experience, traditional craftmanship and modern design.

“Including the two of us there are three other team members making it a 5 person operation. We use a lot of  common US hardwoods, and softwoods but also reclaimed woods like Douglas Fir. Reclaimed or salvaged wood is not only eco-friendly but it’s much more stable and dry and it looks great! With the hardwoods we like to use a lot of  Alder, Ash, Poplar, Cherry, Maple, Mahogany, White Oak, and Walnut.” – Louis

When it comes to home furnishings there’s no shortage of options but if you’re like a lot of people you may find yourself in either camp A or B. Camp A.) you’ve looked all over and nothing’s impressed you, you want something different. Or Camp B.) you’ve seen something you like, but it’s not the right size or it’s just a picture. Either way you’ve come to the right place, and this may be the best decision you’ve made this week!

“We’re going to make you an heirloom. One of those rare things that gets better with age. Something bragworthy and unique that will improve your home’s everyday ambiance. And as a wise man once said, improving your surroundings is a great starting point for reaching other goals.”

Former Santa Clarita Office
The shop
Rendering for a custom table

our

process

PLAN

PLAN

Great design starts with understanding your requirements. You can order one of our designs as is. Start with one of our designs and modify it. Or message, call, or email us about a custom job. We also offer free in-home consultations, or if you'd like you can stop by and visit us at the workshop.

DESIGN

DESIGN

Now we begin to engage the creativity that is required to get started. Core choices about color, dimension, wood, and style are made until we find the right combinations. This phase is a collaborative process that will involve an exchange of messages in order to agree on a final design for your piece.

DEVELOP

DEVELOP

Once the design is signed off on, it is put into development. It is here where we will send you the first drafts/ concept drawings as well as a confirmation email detailing the payment breakdown and estimated completion date. To get started we will ask for a down payment of half the total price which can be sent through Paypal or Venmo. Typical time for completion ranges from 4 to 8 weeks depending on the order.

BUILD

BUILD

We will begin working on your order, sending you key update pictures along the way to make sure everything is just right. Once completed we will notify you to arrange for pickup or delivery.

 

Why Us?

Lead Time

Lead Time

Typical orders are built and delivered in 4-8 weeks.

Outstanding Support

Outstanding Support

Small team care, you have questions, we have answers.

Quality

Quality

Our motto around the shop is "it's not ready to go out the door until we would want to keep it in our homes."

Assurance

Assurance

100% money back guarantee.

Our Customers

Albert Melena

Albert Melena

Business Owner

The two countertops you built for my store are amazing, exactly what I wanted.. thank you for working with us !

Jaime Fujimoto

Jaime Fujimoto

UCSB Alumna

Love our new coffee table! It's beautiful and well crafted!

Cynthia Lopez

Cynthia Lopez

Finance Manager

The table you made for me is stunning and matches the rest of my furniture perfectly.

Jonathan Skelton

Jonathan Skelton

Dental Student

This table is very very nice, solid REAL wood, excellent delivery time , great table for a small apartment..

Mindy Zheng

Mindy Zheng

Sales Associate

Great craftsmanship! Obsessed with my new bed and dining table! 🙂

Jen Beitler

Jen Beitler

We LOVE our table!! It's amazing and only going to get better in time. Even getting another bench just to have because it's so well built and handy. Thank you Steven!

Tommy Tompkins

Tommy Tompkins

Professor

We shopped at West Elm but wanted to find a local woodworker. They're nice and they made us feel comfortable from beginning to end (and they delivered). We highly recommend these guys!