Studio Modern Restoration
 
 
 

We are a Mid Century Modern furniture restoration specialist. We can repair, restore, or refinish furniture from this iconic period (the 1940s-1970s). We have over 30 years of restoration experience. We service Scandinavian, Italian, French, Brazilian, and American Modernism.

Studio Modern is a part of the Wood Conservation Services Group.

Member of the American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.

Services:

Restoration of old or damaged finishes, Refinishing of wood, repair of broken parts, Remaking damaged or lost parts, Clean and conditioning, Regluing of loose joints in chairs

 
 

Recent Mid Century

Before and After

 

Fran Trainor
Senior Restorer and Owner

During my Bachelor of Fine Arts training, I repaired a broken sculpture bust. My teacher noticed the seamless repair and suggested I think about the field of restoration. Years later, after graduating with a Masters of Fine Arts from Rutgers and working in the interior design field, I apprenticed myself to a master restorer. 


I decided to focus my skills on mid-twentieth century Modernism. Finding I had that special touch and the rigor to work through dozens of steps. I built a reputation for excellence and artistry. 


After apprenticing for two years, I started Fran Trainor Restoration and Design. Ten years after that, Studio 670 (Eames Lounge Specialists), three years later Studio Wood (American Studio Furniture specialists), finally Studio Modern (Mid-Century-Modern Production pieces).

Fran Trainor runs studio 670, Studio Wood, and Studio Modern as part of the Wood Conservation Services Group.

 
 
 

Recent Mid-Century Projects

Testimonials

 

“My Grandfathers Rosewood credenza was passed down to me, and it was in terrible condition. I emailed Fran with a picture, and he knew who designed the piece and when it was most likely produced. He talked me through his process. His employee came and picked the piece. He said it would be completed in 8 weeks, and eight weeks later, he called me to set up delivery. When it was unwrapped, I couldn't believe how beautiful it was. It was like it was illuminated from within. Incredible work.”

“I have worked with Fran for years. He has refinished numerous pieces for me. He does excellent work. He has brought pieces back to life that I thought were too far gone. I highly recommend him. He is an expert of the highest caliber.”

“What made me write this testimonial was their commitment to their work. We received our chair, and a week later, it broke again. I called and explained the problem. Without a moment’s hesitation, Fran said, no problem, we will fix that at no cost and cover the shipping. We had the original box, so they sent us a mailing label, and UPS picked it up at our house. Two weeks later, it was back. That was impressive to me. I would recommend them to anyone who needs their Eames Lounge restored. ”

“Fran and his team were great. I had him restore an entire bedroom set by Geroge Nelson. It was stained and shabby-looking. It’s now beautiful again. I liked that the pieces didn’t look new; each piece had this lush patina as if I had kept them in perfect condition for the past 50 years. I would use him again.”

CONTACT US

We feel the process we have set up provides good value, excellent service, and prompt turnaround times. My team has decades of experience repairing and restoring Mid-20th-Century Modernism. This is what we do. We know this furniture inside and out. I hope you will trust us to restore yours.

We provide multiple options for shipping, pick up, and delivery.

Call us
617-583-0875

Studio Modern
35 Tripp Street
Framingham, MA 01702