1840 Creative
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We are a Chicago based custom woodworking, fabrication, and design studio. We handcraft custom, indus
OUR STORY
1840 Creative is a wood rescue and steel fabrication business that designs and handcrafts quality custom, industrial, and modern-industrial furniture. It celebrates and expresses diverse, creative talent through custom services and fabrication at all phases - from conceptualization to end product. Launched in Chicago, 1840 Creative was established by Yair Rodriguez and Elvis Ortega. It was the result of Yair’s passion for woodworking (as he comes from a family of carpenters) and Elvis’ passion for steel (as he comes from a family of steel workers). Since both enjoy working with their hands, they launched 1840 Creative as a way to fuse their passion for wood & steel to create custom handcrafted furniture made from local resources. 1840 Creative acquires steel from local distributors. 1840 Creative also manages the entire process of repurposing rescued wood (also from the Chicagoland area) – turning old pieces of wood into something new and exciting.
Whether providing custom design services for clients or fabricating pieces for sale, 1840 Creative products always reflect a standard of excellence and are backed by the business vision and core values. OUR VISION
Pair a high quality custom product with an excellent customer experience.
OUR VALUES
Craftsmanship - we were brought up "to do things right the first time" and as such - we always look to work efficiently and never compromise quality or safety to "save a buck"
Integrity - clients will always know the origin of their materials, we will always make appropriate suggestions & push back when needed, and we will always guarantee our builds
Communication & Transparency - if we can build it, we will commit to it, and keep you updated along the build. If we cannot build something with confidence and guarantee high quality - we will communicate immediately and be honest about our scope and reach
09/12/2026
Finally got this custom plant stand delivered. 🌱 Teaking the design and thinking of manufacturing it 🤔… who needs a plant stand?
09/11/2026
We made a clock! 🕰️ Photos don’t do the cherry color justice 😢
09/03/2026
Custom corner built-in bench with attached bookcase went in last week in Functions include opening seating for storage, power, and vents for air flow. Another collaboration with Purpose Design + Build | Chicago Furniture & Cabinets 💪🏾
09/02/2026
Custom three-piece brown leather banquettes were installed last week down in Tuscaloosa! Love the thought that we are sending pieces all over the country! Partnered with Valentine.M. on the upholstery - who did an incredible job. Looking forward to future collaborations!
08/12/2026
Custom banquettes with planter boxes installed this week by our team down in Tuscaloosa! Partnered with Valentine.M. on the upholstery - who did an incredible job. Looking forward to future collaborations!
08/12/2026
Three outdoor banquettes wrapped in thermo threaded poplar installed this week by our team down in Tuscaloosa! The heat was no joke working on this rooftop project. Partnered with Valentine.M. on the upholstery - who did an incredible job. Looking forward to future collaborations!
08/12/2026
Extra long custom banquettes installed this week by our team down in Tuscaloosa! Partnered with Valentine.M. on the upholstery - who did an incredible job. Looking forward to future collaborations!
08/12/2026
Double sided banquette with planter box installed this week by our team down in Tuscaloosa! Partnered with Valentine.M. on the upholstery - who did an incredible job. Looking forward to future collaborations!
07/02/2026
Another collaboration of Purpose Design + Build | Chicago Furniture & Cabinets x 1840 | Custom Furniture Design + Fabrication … crafted the mantle and custom fireplace surroundings for the project. PDB’s team handled the installation and tile work. 💪🏾
06/29/2026
Custom 9’ solid ash conference table for our friends at J&E Landscaping Inc. Can’t wait for pix of future strategy and business development sessions on this beast!
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1965 W. Pershing Road
Chicago, IL
60609
Opening Hours
| Monday | 5:30pm - 10:30pm |
| Wednesday | 5:30am - 10:30pm |
| Saturday | 8am - 8:30pm |
| Sunday | 8:30am - 12:30pm |