Bob and Bev Lee, whose family has owned and run O.W. Lee for generations.
Nearly 80 years ago, a wrought-iron gate maker in Pasadena set out to build something meant to last. Today, that same family still runs the company — and the furniture is still built to the same standard.
From Wrought-Iron Gates to Outdoor Furniture
O.W. Lee was founded in 1947 by Oddist W. Lee in Pasadena, California, originally as a wrought-iron gate manufacturer for luxury Southern California estates. It wasn't long before that same craftsmanship found its way into furniture, and in 1954, the company officially incorporated as the O.W. Lee Company.
A Family Business, Four Generations Strong
What sets O.W. Lee apart from a lot of furniture brands is genuinely simple: it's still family-owned. The company is now in its third and fourth generation of Lee family ownership, a rare thing in an industry where brands so often get bought, sold, and absorbed into larger conglomerates. That continuity shows up in the product itself — a level of care that comes from people building a business their grandparents started, not a corporate line item.
Old-World Technique, Modern Precision
O.W. Lee still builds every piece using hand-forged blacksmithing techniques passed down from its wrought-iron gate days, now paired with modern robotic welding for consistency and precision. That combination happens at the company's 450,000 sq. ft. facility, backed by a 20-year structural frame warranty that reflects genuine confidence in how the furniture is built.
Nearly 80 Years of Building Things That Last
From wrought-iron gates to some of the most recognized luxury outdoor furniture in the country, O.W. Lee's story is really one of a family staying true to a simple idea: build it well, and build it to last. Browse the full O.W. Lee collection to see that craftsmanship for yourself.
Common Questions
When was O.W. Lee founded?
O.W. Lee was founded in 1947 by Oddist W. Lee in Pasadena, California, originally as a wrought-iron gate manufacturer. The company officially incorporated in 1954.
Is O.W. Lee still family-owned?
Yes. O.W. Lee is now in its third and fourth generation of Lee family ownership.
Where is O.W. Lee furniture made?
O.W. Lee furniture is built at the company's 450,000 sq. ft. facility, using hand-forged blacksmithing techniques alongside modern robotic welding.
Does O.W. Lee offer a warranty?
Yes. O.W. Lee furniture is backed by a 20-year structural frame warranty.