Lao started working at Fairhaven Furniture in 2003, but he's been coming by the store since its early days as a woodshop to learn about woodworking and work on his own small projects. In 2016, Lao and Colleen became partners in the business when Kerry and Liz retired. Lao feels honored to bring Fairhaven Furniture into this next generation and to continue offering quality furniture and customer service to the New Haven community and beyond.
Colleen started her career at Fairhaven Furniture in 2005, interning at the store while studying Industrial Design at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Upon graduating in 2006, she came to work full time as a furniture and interior designer. Over the next ten years, she soaked in all there was to know about Fairhaven Furniture and small business ownership from founders Kerry Triffin and Liz Orsini.
Colleen started her career at Fairhaven Furniture in 2005, interning at the store while studying Industrial Design at Wentworth Institute of Technology. Upon graduating in 2006, she came to work full time as a furniture and interior designer. Over the next ten years, she soaked in all there was to know about Fairhaven Furniture and small business ownership from founders Kerry Triffin and Liz Orsini.
Services
To help us manage the number of people in the store at one time, we ask that you book an appointment to shop. Give us a call at 800.404.4754 or book online now! At Fairhaven Furniture, we offer uncommon furniture for uncommon people. What exactly do we mean by "uncommon"? We're talking about truly one-of-a-kind, sophisticated pieces that will bring out the distinctive character of each room in your home.
I'm sort of a furniture philosopher. Wow. Intimate furniture? Magic and serene furniture? Astonishing furniture? What would that be like? You don't have to imagine it. All you have to do is view our selection of truly one-of-a-kind home furniture at Fairhaven Furniture. We offer uncommon furniture for uncommon people.
Whether you prefer a modern platform bed, a classic Shaker bed, or a more transitional style, a solid wood bed transforms a basic bedroom. Our expertly crafted, solid wood dressers, chests and armoires make storing clothes a breeze. Stack of books. Reading glasses. Glass of water. Whatever your bedside essentials may be, a nightstand keeps them organized and close to hand.
From simple writing tables, to power-adjustable sit-stand desks, to smart-featured executive desks, we have a desk for every modern home office. Comfort is key. We offer a curated selection of ergonomic executive chairs and task chairs for a healthy sitting experience with custom support. For the rest of us, our selection of roomy file cabinets and sleek, modern credenzas help conquer office clutter.
All of the furniture shown below is available for immediate delivery to your home, and many pieces are on sale, too. But these items may not be around for long. At Fairhaven Furniture, rare treasures abound. Our furniture outlet in Connecticut houses some truly unique pieces. View our beautiful furniture on clearance, as well-you can find some of our distinctive pieces on sale to add some real character to your home.
Reviews (10)
Lance L.
Aug 11, 2021
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Cynthia T.
Dec 09, 2020
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Great source for well designed and mostly contemporary furniture, well made, and at the same time at an excellent value. This place has always been a gem. The delivery guys were fantastic, very well trained and courteous. One complaint - the man who answers your phone needs a lesson in phone etiquette. Yikes!
Ann I.
Sep 26, 2020
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I have a ekrones stressless office chair I purchased in Hawaii, and because I recently moved to new haven, I wasn't able to have it serviced. I contacted Fairhaven furniture and joe and his colleagues all were extremely helpful in assisting me with my repair. Because it was covered under warranty I didn't have to pay additional costs and they had my repair part earlier than quoted. They were all so helpful and even loaded my repair part into my car for me as I had my 1 year old daughter with me. I highly recommend their superb service and I can tell that making customers happy is their
Daisy R.
May 18, 2019
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Fairhaven Furniture has the most gorgeous collection of furniture from different sources & artists I have ever seen in one showroom. The handmade wood furniture is so beautiful I want to own everything. They also have lovely & unusual housewares, gifts, ceramics & children's toys. Really friendly & knowledgeable staff make this place a joy to visit.
Michael L.
Mar 14, 2018
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Response to response: sorry, but we didn't hear from you for 6 days after delivery. You can claim you left a voice mail that day but, as I said in my original review, we didn't hear from you for 6 days, so if you left a voice mail it was either on the wrong number or was lost by our cell carrier.
As for your offer of a free rug: you neglected to mention that we declined that offer because we didn't wish to be reminded of this experience. You also neglected to mention that you offered us that free rug *in exchange for my not leaving this review.*
As for size / pattern / cost match
As for your offer of a free rug: you neglected to mention that we declined that offer because we didn't wish to be reminded of this experience. You also neglected to mention that you offered us that free rug *in exchange for my not leaving this review.*
As for size / pattern / cost match
Zonne B.
May 13, 2016
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Incredible furniture selection (albeit, at extremely expensive prices) but inconsistent customer service. We have patronized Fairhaven Woodworks for 20+ years now. Ventured in a few weeks ago and there was barely a greeting from the design representatives on the floor. I was dressed in workout clothes- nothing fancy but that shouldn't matter. I continued to roam the first floor then heard the front door open. I see that it's a youngish couple who were greeted quite warmly by the staff - and even offered coffee or tea! I was so incensed, I walked out after providing a bit of customer service
Claudia L.
Mar 09, 2014
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I had been looking for a new bed and dresser. Went to Vermont to look at some beautiful furniture there, but the prices were just out of my league. I had remembered Fairhaven Furniture and wanted to check out what they had. I found exactly what I was looking for...a gorgeous cherry bed and dresser and in a price range that I could afford. While I was there, I also ended up buying a bracelet and a jewelry box! This is a "furniture store" like no other!
My bed and dresser arrived yesterday...they are gorgeous! I received a follow-up phone call from Kerry, the owner, to make sure I was
My bed and dresser arrived yesterday...they are gorgeous! I received a follow-up phone call from Kerry, the owner, to make sure I was
Jen B.
Mar 11, 2013
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Updating my review from CORRECT Yelp account.
We ordered a bed frame from Fairhaven in December. This place is the reason why you should shop independent! For starters, their shop is in an old manufacturing warehouse. I wish I could remember which one. Anyway, my husband went earlier in the day and brought me back later to see the bed he picked. The sales agent remembered my husband's name and re-greeted him warmly.
They had many fun tchotchkes in the shop in addition to furniture, so if you're not necessarily in the market for furniture, go check them out anyway.
So, our bed arrived
We ordered a bed frame from Fairhaven in December. This place is the reason why you should shop independent! For starters, their shop is in an old manufacturing warehouse. I wish I could remember which one. Anyway, my husband went earlier in the day and brought me back later to see the bed he picked. The sales agent remembered my husband's name and re-greeted him warmly.
They had many fun tchotchkes in the shop in addition to furniture, so if you're not necessarily in the market for furniture, go check them out anyway.
So, our bed arrived
Ben S.
Jan 20, 2013
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This is a great local store. My wife and I just bought some furniture here and had a good experience. We had been shopping at some other (chain) stores, where the salespeople either smother you with attention or totally ignore you. The salesman here showed us around, but knew when to back off to let us discuss the furniture.
Rachel E.
Jan 15, 2013
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