O'Brien Harris LLC

O'Brien Harris LLC Fine Fitted Furniture

O'Brien Harris Fine Fitted Furniture was founded by the international pairing of renowned kitchen designers Laura O'Brien and Peter Harris. Melding the rich furniture heritage of Great Britain and America, O'BrienHarris creates hand-made cabinetry with the pure lines and precise proportions synonymous with interiors of tailored sophistication. The versatility of the collection's timeless aesthetic provides the perfect compliment to both metropolitan town homes and country estates alike.

06/02/2026

Cabinetry built for you—designed around how you live, not the other way around.

Every detail is considered, from layout to finish, so the space works as well as it looks.

To start your next design project with O’Brien Harris reach out via our website.

Custom Cabinetry + Kitchen Design: O’Brien Harris
Interior Design: Goesling Group
Builder: MW Craftsman
📷: Ryan McDonald

Recognized for its balance of function and craftsmanship, this Winnetka renovation was recently featured in KBB Magazine...
05/25/2026

Recognized for its balance of function and craftsmanship, this Winnetka renovation was recently featured in KBB Magazine.

In collaboration with , the kitchen centers around a rounded-corner island,a technically complex detail that defines the space. Antique reeded mirrored glass softens the cabinetry, while integrated storage and thoughtful planning support the needs of a young family.

Upstairs, custom solutions continue with a primary bath designed for ease and clarity, and children’s spaces that prioritize both independence and personality.

📷: Sarah Crowley

Skip the crowded brunch reservation and make this instead.Buttery puff pastry, creamy goat cheese, and fresh asparagus l...
05/23/2026

Skip the crowded brunch reservation and make this instead.

Buttery puff pastry, creamy goat cheese, and fresh asparagus layered into something that looks impressive, but comes together in under an hour thanks to store-bought pastry. Perfect for a slow spring morning, an easy weekend brunch, or the kind of meal that feels a little special without requiring much effort.



📷: Ryan Liebe for The New York Times

Integrated storage, designed to feel effortless.This built-in wine column is fully concealed within custom cabinetry, ma...
05/21/2026

Integrated storage, designed to feel effortless.

This built-in wine column is fully concealed within custom cabinetry, maintaining the kitchen’s clean, architectural lines while keeping everything within reach. Interior lighting and wood slat shelving bring warmth and visibility—proof that highly functional elements don’t have to interrupt the overall design.

See more: https://obrienharris.com/portfolio/album/coastal-minimalism

Interior Designer: NavyBlack
Architect: Moment Design
Builder: J. Jordan Homes South
📷: Ryan Hailey

Excited to celebrate some wonderful news: Lakeview Light, designed by Ann Stockard, has been named a Midwest Regional Wi...
05/18/2026

Excited to celebrate some wonderful news: Lakeview Light, designed by Ann Stockard, has been named a Midwest Regional Winner in the Sub-Zero Wolf Kitchen Design Contest. This tailored, multi-functional kitchen reflects O’Brien Harris’s signature approach: timeless design, refined detail, and thoughtful living. O’Brien Harris was proud to collaborate with the talented team from James Thomas for the interior design.

Designed by for a young family with three daughters, this breakfast nook brings function into focus.Custom built in ban...
05/15/2026

Designed by for a young family with three daughters, this breakfast nook brings function into focus.

Custom built in banquette, crafted by O’Brien Harris from rift and quarter-sawn white oak in a Cerused Steel finish, integrates storage seamlessly below. Durable, intentional, and built to support the rhythm of daily life.

Follow our page for more design inspiration, shaped by how you live.

📷: Toni Soluri (slide 1 & 2) and Michael Alan Kaskel (slide 3)

05/13/2026

We’re still reeling from all the fun at last Friday’s Hinsdale Kitchen Walk, always one of our favorite events of the year. This year, not one but two recent O’Brien Harris projects were featured on the tour.

It was such a joy to see everyone who came out to support the event and explore so many beautiful homes throughout Hinsdale. We’re grateful to be part of such a talented design community!

05/07/2026

Horses are near-and-dear to our hearts at O’Brien Harris. For many years, the woodshavings produced in our workshop in Grand Rapids, Michigan have been collected and repourposed as horse bedding. So, when we got the opportunity to design a horse barn, we gathered all the inspiration to make sure we were designing a space that would be practical and functional but still have the quality and craftsmanship O’Brien Harris is known for. We can only show you a sneak peak of the designs right now but follow along as we share more from this project as it begins to take shape.

Two O'Brien Harris cabinetry projects were recently featured in a House Beautiful online feature "109 Stunning Designer ...
05/04/2026

Two O'Brien Harris cabinetry projects were recently featured in a House Beautiful online feature "109 Stunning Designer Kitchens That'll Inspire Your Next Home Project." It's such an honor to be featured among so many inspiring kitchen designs. Read the article here: www.housebeautiful.com/room-decorating/kitchens/g623/beautiful-designer-kitchens/

If you're ready to turn that inspiration into your next design project visit the contact page on our website to start the conversation.

05/01/2026

There’s a certain anticipation that builds around the Hinsdale Kitchen Walk each year, and O’Brien Harris is proud to have not one but two kitchens featured on the walk once again.

This year’s event is completely sold out! And while we can’t show you this year’s kitchens just yet, we can show off the amazing kitchen featured in last year’s walk. We are counting down the days until May 8th and can’t wait to bring you inside the experience.

Follow along so you don’t miss what’s next.

04/30/2026

Tall ceilings aren’t a challenge, they’re an opportunity.

By utilizing upper shelving for seldom-used serveware and seasonal appliances, we’re able to free up prime, everyday storage below. In this space, pocket doors allow the pantry to transition seamlessly from hidden storage to a fully functional prep area. Thoughtful design makes every inch work harder.

Start the conversation with us about maximizing your space.

Did you know the O’Brien Harris workshop is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan—also known as Beer City USA?With dozens of...
04/29/2026

Did you know the O’Brien Harris workshop is located in Grand Rapids, Michigan—also known as Beer City USA?

With dozens of craft breweries across the city, beer culture is part of everyday life here. So when we think about recipes for the kitchen, incorporating a great local lager feels especially fitting. These Blue Crab Beignets use amber lager in the batter to create a light, crisp coating around a rich filling of crab, mascarpone, shallot, and chives. Served hot and shared casually, they’re the kind of bite that disappears quickly when friends gather in the kitchen.

📷: Greg DuPree for Food & Wine Magazine

04/23/2026

The details in a kitchen are what makes a space feel special, here are some of the details we love most in this West Loop home.

Let us know your favorite design detail in the comments.

Cabinetry and Kitchen Design: O’Brien Harris
Interior Designer: Hailey Lauren Designs
📷: Nick Kan

Designer Brynn Olson initially brought us in for the kitchen, but this project became so much more.In the great room, fu...
04/21/2026

Designer Brynn Olson initially brought us in for the kitchen, but this project became so much more.

In the great room, full paneling, built-in bookcases, and reworked arches add depth, warmth, and a sense of architectural continuity.

With the bespoke millwork O'Brien Harris is known for throughout, the home is now truly a reflection of how the clients live.

To see more of our work, visit one of our showrooms.

Custom Cabinetry + Kitchen Design: O’Brien Harris
Interior Design: Brynn Olson Design Group
Builder: David Post, EIS Group
📷: Werner Straube

04/16/2026

Great kitchens build on what lasts.

In this West Loop project, vintage-inspired details bring warmth, depth, and a sense of permanence to the space. From polished brass to cabinetry that feels more like furniture, every element was chosen to age beautifully.

Follow along for more thoughtful design details.

As seen in House Beautiful.

Custom Cabinetry + Kitchen Design: O’Brien Harris
Interior Design: Goesling Group
Builder: MW Craftsman
📷: Ryan McDonald

This hardworking space blends efficiency with warmth, featuring shiplap walls, creamy Virginia farmhouse-inspired finish...
04/15/2026

This hardworking space blends efficiency with warmth, featuring shiplap walls, creamy Virginia farmhouse-inspired finishes, and concealed laundry to keep everything feeling calm and uncluttered. Because even the most functional rooms deserve thoughtful design.

Make an appointment to start designing your dream home.

04/09/2026

These are the details luxury kitchen designers always get right. Follow us for more design insights.

Thoughtful pantry design isn’t about adding more space, it’s about using it better. Recently featured in Forbes , this H...
04/06/2026

Thoughtful pantry design isn’t about adding more space, it’s about using it better.

Recently featured in Forbes , this Hinsdale project explores how verticality can transform the way a kitchen functions. With 10-foot ceilings, we had to be strategic. By incorporating a library ladder system, the team turned what is often wasted space into purposeful storage, creating room for seasonal pieces above while keeping everyday essentials within easy reach.

The result is an intention space that supports the rhythm of daily life.

Read the full feature here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/rdaniel-foster/2026/03/13/kitchen-pantry-cabinets-what-top-designers-get-right/
📷: Ryan McDonald

04/02/2026

Closed, you see clean, tailored panel cabinetry.

Open it, to reveal a pantry with walnut interiors, integrated door shelving, marble work surface, and deep drawers designed for real storage.

At O’Brien Harris, what’s behind the door matters just as much as what’s in front of it.

7,500 and growingWe’re so grateful to be part of a community that values thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and spaces th...
03/30/2026

7,500 and growing

We’re so grateful to be part of a community that values thoughtful design, craftsmanship, and spaces that truly work for the way we live. Thank you for following along, supporting our work, and appreciating the details with us.

The best is yet to come.

When interior designer Sasha Adler Design reimagined her 19th-century Lincoln Park townhouse, the goal was to preserve ...
03/26/2026

When interior designer Sasha Adler Design reimagined her 19th-century Lincoln Park townhouse, the goal was to preserve the home’s historic character while tailoring every space for modern family life.

At the center of it all is the kitchen and adjoining butler’s pantry, lined in custom O'Brien Harris cabinetry. The millwork frames a commercial-grade range and island by L'atelier Paris, while limestone floors from Exquisite Surfaces , subway tile from Heritage Tile vintage bronze lanterns from the Paris Flea Market, and Adler’s woven rope counter stools layer warmth and texture into the space.

Featured in Architectural Digest.

Spring entertaining calls for dishes that are simple, fresh, and ingredient-driven. This Herby Asparagus Salad with Beet...
03/24/2026

Spring entertaining calls for dishes that are simple, fresh, and ingredient-driven. This Herby Asparagus Salad with Beets and Prosciutto, from NYT Cooking, is vibrant, balanced, and well-suited for a luncheon or light dinner gathering.

Ingredients:
Fresh asparagus, trimmed
Cooked beets, sliced or cut into wedges
Thinly sliced prosciutto
Fresh parsley, chopped
Fresh chives, chopped
Fresh basil leaves, torn
Extra-virgin olive oil
Fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions:
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Blanch the asparagus until crisp-tender, then transfer immediately to an ice bath to cool. Drain and pat dry.
Arrange the asparagus and beets on a serving platter. Tuck torn pieces of prosciutto throughout. Scatter the fresh herbs evenly over the top.
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature.

📷: David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Rebecca Jurkevich.

Don’t pinch—we’re wearing green. Or at least this pretty little wet bar is.Green feels especially fitting here. With Iri...
03/17/2026

Don’t pinch—we’re wearing green. Or at least this pretty little wet bar is.

Green feels especially fitting here. With Irish roots in the O’Brien name, and our beloved pup Finley who joined the crew on St. Patrick’s Day, it’s a hue that carries a bit of personal history for us!

Crafted with intention by O'Brien Harris and designed by Jasmin Reese Interiors, this richly hued cabinetry brings depth, confidence, and personality to the kitchen—proof that green works beautifully any day of the year. 🍀

See more: https://obrienharris.com/portfolio/album/verdant-oasis

03/12/2026

This past year has brought an incredible collection of kitchen projects, each one thoughtfully crafted and deeply collaborative.

Which is why we’re honored to share that O’Brien Harris has been named Best Custom Kitchen Designer by Modern Luxury Interiors as part of its 2026 Best in Design awards. A meaningful recognition of the craftsmanship, detail, and dedication behind every space we create.

Swipe to see where we started.Located in Chicago’s historic West Loop, this loft kitchen was reimagined for a returning ...
03/11/2026

Swipe to see where we started.

Located in Chicago’s historic West Loop, this loft kitchen was reimagined for a returning client ready for something entirely different, cool, colorful, and moody.

A custom blue-green painted finish sets the tone, layered with warm walnut interiors and polished brass detailing. The walnut range hood with brass inlay anchors the space, while glass cabinetry reveals tailored interiors designed to be seen. Premium appliances are seamlessly integrated, allowing the cabinetry to lead.

As seen in House Beautiful. To see more visit: https://obrienharris.com/portfolio/album/landmarked-layers

Custom Cabinetry + Kitchen Design: O’Brien Harris
Interior Design: Goesling Group
Builder: MW Craftsman
📷: Ryan McDonald

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