1 OAK Modern

‘1 OAK' stands for ‘One Of A Kind' modern furniture.

People’s biggest complaint when purchasing furniture is paying high prices for low quality. We are currently in an era where nothing is built to last. We aspire towards higher ideals and so our clients choose us. 1 Oak Modern specializes in the reinterpretation of Mid-Century Modern furniture due to their high quality make and ability to adapt to today’s modern sense of style. All of our pieces are (re)designed, repaired and recreated in house.

Some people demand vintage pieces in it's original state to preserve history. However, not every home is suitable for ‘original all-teak' type furniture. We cater to all styles with artistic measure. We believe that all things must evolve and transform or accept obsoletion. We choose to save these well-built items by allowing them to adapt to its new environment – your home.

Even the high ticket, most popular furniture brands you know are using mdf and plasticized, imitation wood products.

Over 95% of our furniture is made with natural materials (minus parts like drawer slides, handles, décor, etc.). We use the highest grade of Northern Baltic Birch plywood which is an eco-friendly, sustainable material with natural glues. Unlike solid wood which has a tendency towards warping, our choice of material is also marine grade – water resistant, weather resistant and of the highest density (free of voids). For your decorative needs, we wrap it in beautifully detailed real wood veneers from our local suppliers. We’ve carefully selected the best of the best product in the world to exceed ‘big box store' quality by miles.

We mainly use matte natural finishes such as Rubio Monocoat to treat our wood products, and durable, water-based alkyd paint – strong enough for concrete flooring, and crack/temperature resistant even for fabrics.

To request a custom quote, simply visit our Custom Quote page and fill out the form with your specific requirements. Our team will review your request and get back to you within 24 hours with a personalized quote.

The time frame is generally 4-6 weeks. Expedited orders are possible upon request. Time frame for receiving your custom furniture piece varies based on the complexity of the design and our current production schedule. We will keep you updated throughout the process to ensure you know when to expect your unique creation.

The Vintage section is a collection of previously sold, one-of-a-kind pieces. Although they have already found a loving home, they are available to custom order or simply view as inspiration for your future needs. Place your favourite vintage items in the Wishlist and you will be notified when something similar is available for recreation. Don’t want to wait? Contact Us and we’ll find something for you or we may be able to build a similar item from the ground up – tailored entirely with you in mind.

We are currently located at a warehouse in the Design District of Toronto. Our main workshop/store is under construction until January 2025. 

We do have a temporary showroom open for our vintage/prototype items. Quantity is limited due to quick sales. You are welcome to take a look at what is currently available. By appointment only.

900 Caledonia Rd. Unit 12
Toronto, ON Canada
M6B 3Y1

Tel: (873) 735-3570

All of our items are stored in warehouse located in the Design District of Toronto. Contact Us to schedule for a free pickup.

Yes, we are able to ship to most parts of the world. Contact us with your desired location, and someone from our team will send you a direct quote. Our carriers are UPS and Purolator.

We do not accept returns at this time. Our modernized, antique items are historical works of art. Due to their age of 40 years or more, most vintages are subject to minor imperfections which add to the beauty and richness of the piece. While we do our very best to bring each item to a ‘like new’ state, perfection is up to interpretation.

We do offer a 1 year warranty on newly built items that require minor repair. Examples are: a loose drawer slide, loose screws, broken wood leg, etc. If you're in the Toronto area, we are able to do house calls for minor treatments that take 30 mins or less.

We no longer make fundamental changes for free after purchase. Example: if your child was jumping on the bed and lands on the corner of a nightstand (yes, this has happened), we may be able to round out corner edges and repaint at your request. There will be a fee. 

All of our items are custom made for you, one by one, by hand. We appreciate your understanding.