a design-focused Studio + Workshop in long island city, NY.

Designer, artist and carpenter, Chris Southerland has been making hand-built furniture for the past 15 years. His heritage lies deep in the Adirondack region, where he is heavily influenced by three generations of hard-working craftsman who create and live from nature with the goal of building a more meaningful life.

Specializing in working with re-claimed materials, Chris relies on his skills and trained technique to create, design and develop hand-crafted pieces that reflect simplicity and authenticity. 

concept

Starting with concept and design Southerland Studio collaborates with clients to understand and define the needs of their projects. Allowing curiosity and imagination to find unique perspectives and approaches to every situation.

build

As a craftsman, Chris will always provide every project with the highest levels of attention. Taught by his Grandfather, a Master carpenter, that respect for material and process will lead to an outcome of integrity and be inherently beautiful.