Century: Infinite Possibilities. Unlimited Attention
Since 1947, Century Furniture has been the gold standard for American luxury — a third-generation family business that treats customization not as a feature, but as the core of their craft. Built and owned by the Shuford family in Hickory, North Carolina, Century has spent nearly 80 years proving that true luxury is built on two foundations: meticulous craftsmanship and the freedom to make it yours.
What makes Century distinctive is their refusal to compromise between vision and reality. They offer not a catalog — they offer possibility. Over 2,000 fabrics, 300 leathers, 50+ finishes, countless trims and hardware options. Each collection can be configured in virtually infinite ways. This isn't mass production. This is furniture as a commissioned art form, where your taste shapes the final piece.
Century's finishing process alone sets them apart — each case good goes through over 25 meticulous steps, from careful distressing to hand-applied padding and lacquer. The result feels both timeless and personal: pieces that look refined without pretension, and feel lived-in the moment you sit down.
Design DNA
American Manufacturing as Heritage
Century owns its production from start to finish in North Carolina. They source domestic hardwoods, employ skilled craftspeople, and build each piece to order.
Customization as Design Philosophy
Rather than selling pre-made pieces, Century designs frameworks that become your furniture. The Cornerstone Collection exemplifies this — choose your seat depth, arm style, legs, and fabric. You're not buying a sofa. You're building one.
Sustainability Woven In
Century is a Rainforest Alliance member. They design pieces meant to last generations, use responsibly sourced materials, and minimize waste.
Collections at Sutter & Vale
- Cornerstone Collection — Fully customizable seating
- Metro Luxe — International-scale pieces for elegant, compact living
- Case Goods — Dining tables, dressers, cabinets with extraordinary finishes