Laurel Crown Furniture is a serious provider, despite modest advertising. My wife and I have been…read morebuying mahogany furniture from them for several years, but are writing about them only now, after time-proven reliability. The most important feature of Laurel Crown's furniture products is the quality of the material - solid Indonesian mahogany, as observable from the depth of the grain seen in full light. Unlike this, the mahogany veneered furniture has no depth of grain. Laurel Crown does not use veneer technology; they cut and carve into solid mahogany. Most recently we ordered a large custom bookcase that was required to be strong enough to support a Britannica set, with a shelf for a 48" LCD TV set above it and shelves for all kinds of audio/video equipment and media from LP to video disks below, all blended in harmony with the book on the shelves around. We could not find such a piece on the market in one year of research. Here is how we interacted with the provider, which we recommend to all people interested in having a quality custom bookcase or other custom piece in their homes: 1. We designed the bookshelf using the free Google Sketchup software for 3-D graphical rendering. Following the initial design, we improved it, based on the constructive criticism and suggestions for practical implementation from Mr. Peter Lok, the owner of the business. 2. When we got to a basic agreement on the specification [a 3.50 m (W) x 2.50 m (H) x 0.45 m (D) 3-piece assembly] and price, Mr. Lok himself created the professional drawings with dimensions of all components and details, for execution. Moreover, decorative features proposed by us (rosettes, window patterns, etc.), from our own inspiration of from company's catalog were all specified for execution. 3. The execution took place in Indonesia and the product was brought first in the store, for acceptance, and then delivered and installed in our house. In this process, we even asked several additional pieces, not included into the original specification, which were executed offshore and delivered with the first ship transportation. The installed and loaded bookshelf looks beyond expectations, with dimensions of the final product within 1 mm from the documented specification.

After a lengthy delay partly due to the pandemic and mostly due to my frequent revisions, the…read morefurniture arrived recently. I can truthfully say the pieces exceeded my expectations!! Laurence Lok could envision what was in my mind (something my husband cannot do!) and transfer that image to a concept drawing and then to the actual piece. I had ordered a French provincial style settee, a French Bergere chair, a coffee table similar to Laurel Crown's own nut table, and two end tables. The pieces are beautiful and the workmanship is exquisite! The selected hazelnut color finish blends perfectly with my French style dining room!! Laurence Lok is a most patient, kind, diplomatic and in my case long suffering person! I cannot say enough kind things about him!! It was a pleasure dealing with him throughout the entire process. I highly recommend this company if you desire exquisitely made custom furniture.

Loved my experience today and thought Gregory was very reasonable. Walked away very happy and love…read moremy new finds.

After my initial review, the business owner actually reached out directly to apologize and offered…read morea resolution. I really appreciate that they took the time to listen and made an effort to address what happened. That gesture shows they care about their customers' experiences, so I'm grateful for the follow-up and wanted to share that here. Thank you for the response!

Correct address has been updated in Yelp…read more This is a great antique shop filled with treasures.

A dear close friend of ours suddenly passed away leaving only one relative to deal with…read moreadministrating his estate. It was a very difficult time. We knew the situation called for an immediate estate sale. A call to the YES Co proved to be a blessing. The owner of the company, Kevin Black, responded to our needs without hesitation when most would have declined the job. Every room was filled to capacity with all sorts of personal property including artwork, jewelry, electronics, kitchen accessories and a hospital bed that took up most of the space in the bedroom. To us it all seemed too daunting a task, but not to Kevin! Within two days Kevin and his crew organized everything for viewing, with like items paired together, and created pathways for people to walk around. It was amazing what they were able to do in such a short period of time considering the hundreds of items for sale. Kevin's attention to detail remarkably included very clear signage throughout the premises. The sale was a true success in every way possible! The YES Co is a well-oiled machine thanks to Keven and his crew. We highly recommend Kevin Black's company for handling an estate sale of any size. They are the best!! Thank you so much.

The YES company brings three decades of organizational and event experience to the estate sale…read moreprocess. Kevin Black, the company owner, runs a well oiled operation, and enlists experienced staffers to move, organize, assemble by lots and type in order to create a 'store-like' environment within a home. Disposition and sale of items within our nearly 8,000 square foot home presented a challenge that was managed with efficiency by the YES company. Mr. Black and company spent a full week ahead the sale to break down, re-organize and place thousands of small to medium sized items from our various collections onto sale tables; provided safety and directional signage through-out the home for the sale dates; helped to coordinate a nearby parking lot for anticipated crowds; listed the larger furniture items on-line prior to the sale, recognizing nearly 35,000 marketing 'hits', and staffed the five consecutive sale dates with his experienced team. The YES company communicated regularly during the pre-sale process and during the sale week. The check-out process for buyers was seamless, efficient and safe, with all items leaving through a single, large exit from the home. The YES company also provided the boxes, packaging and bags for use by buyers in facilitating the post-sale departure. Our check reflecting the residual proceeds from the sale was processed expeditiously. The YES company ownership and staff clearly demonstrate the experience and confidence in accomplishing the sale goals, and we recommend them for your estate sale requirements.

I had a light fixture that stopped working. It was one of a pair and I really didn't want to buy…read moretwo new light fixtures so I was determined to find a business that would repair old fixtures. And then I found Ed at Ensler lighting. He beat his estimate and got my fixture back in good working order within a couple days. If you're anywhere near Berkeley go and check them out. Such a cool selection of light fixtures at their shop. It has been there for decades! And of course, if you have a fixture in need of repair go see Ed at Ensler!

Really appreciate Ed responding to my emails!…read more I managed to fix the lamp I emailed him about but I felt compelled to bring in my other pieces that needed rewiring. Ed and Roel were super friendly and it was a quick (less than 1 hour) turnaround. It's a bit of a drive for me so I really appreciate them getting it done in one trip. Highly recommended.

Excellent advice and quality repair of my lamp. Fascinating shop from another era. Many wonderful…read moreantiques.

I have a 1915 Tiffany lamp stand that my mom purchased many years ago in a roadside antique shop…read more It had once been painted and poorly stripped and its reconfigured wiring was a fire hazard. Matt Shields rewired the lamp perfectly, with much care to match wiring and pulls. He also refinished the metal stand beautifully. I can see now what my mom had visualized when she bought the stand. I'm so grateful to have found M.Shields.

Mr. David has successfully revitalized a valued German Vienna Regulator grandmother clock for our…read moreclients, a lovely pair of 90-year-olds who are overjoyed with the outcome. The exceptional quality of Mr. David's work, his attention to detail, and vast knowledge deserve the highest praise. He possesses remarkable skills and a warm personality that immediately puts everyone at ease. Mrs. Jeannie is currently engaged in a delightful conversation with him, which is truly heartwarming to observe.

Fixed an antique kitchen clock. Reasonable pricing and fast service. Highly recommend them.read more