Baker: A Century of Elevated Living
Baker Furniture has quietly shaped the homes of America's most discerning tastemakers for 135 years. Founded in 1890 by a Dutch immigrant in Michigan, Baker evolved from a small woodworking company into what is widely considered the foremost luxury American furniture company, driven by an unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship and collaboration with the world's most talented designers.
What sets Baker apart is not a single aesthetic, but a sophistication that spans them all. From their foundational Far East Collection—the first truly Asian furniture collection manufactured in the U.S.—to Italian Neoclassic reproductions and Danish Modern, Baker has mastered the rare art of honoring global design traditions while maintaining a signature sense of refinement. Their more recent collections—from the Baker Luxe line inspired by the glamour of Hollywood's golden age to the Baker Resort Collection, which extends elevated aesthetics into outdoor living—show a brand unafraid to evolve while staying true to its core.
At Sutter & Vale, we feature Baker because their work embodies what we believe: that furniture is not decoration—it's the foundation of a life well-lived. A Baker piece doesn't shout. It whispers confidence. It invites you to sit and linger, to imagine dinners with conversation that stretches into evening, to build rooms that age beautifully.
Design DNA
Craftsmanship Over Trends
Baker's production philosophy celebrates both machine precision and irreplaceable human skill in finishing. This is furniture built to be inherited.
Global Influences, American Soul
Baker's archives draw from English, Chinese, Italian, and French traditions—each researched and adapted by designers who understood that timelessness comes from respecting tradition, not copying it.
Designer Collaborations as Philosophy
Baker doesn't buy designer names for marketing. Partnerships with icons like Barbara Barry and Thomas Pheasant are working relationships where the designer brings their vision and Baker brings the craft.
Collections You'll Find at Sutter & Vale
- Baker Luxe — Art Deco glamour meets contemporary materials. For the room that makes a subtle statement.
- Baker Resort — Elevated indoor-outdoor living. Pieces that blur the boundary between porch and parlor.
- Bespoke / Custom — For those with a specific vision.
- Occasional & Dining — Where Baker's craftsmanship shines brightest.