Timothy Oulton, a Furniture StoreThat Feels Like a Hospitality Suite
I first visited Timothy Oulton years ago with the HC Buttercup store in Culver City. I was enthralled with its design and unique displays. I was ecstatic to see that they had opened in our downtown L.A.neighborhood. When I first walked in, I was mesmerized by the wooden tennis racket display on the wall and the Apollo shuttle living space in the middle of the floor (available for sale for only $130K). The entire atmosphere is so inviting and stimulating. The ambiance and feel are more like visiting a hospitality suite, rather than a retail furniture gallery.
A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure to sit down with Timothy Oulton’s Gallery Manager, Robin Dorman, and was joined by store ambassadors, Nadene and Noolifar to learn more about this unique showroom at 950 South Broadway that opened in November 2020.
Nadene whose background is in real estate and interior design, and Robin whose background is in architecture enthusiastically explained how they resonate with the Timothy Oulton global brand. “It is like the store’s bowler hat iconic symbol. A simple, humble luxury. The store is hosting, daring and authentic.” Nadene says. “it’s not about selling, it is trust, a place people can find unique, beautiful pieces, love 100%, and appreciate the integrity of the design.” She claims her clients become her friends. The showroom is there to touch and connect.
Robin adds, “every piece of merchandise has a story. It is all about the attention to details. Each piece is hand crafted designed, repurposed with time honored techniques in sustainable dome homes at Lychee Garden Studios in Southern China, where the designers and production team live and work together.”
Timothy Oulton, the man, and craftsman, loved Los Angeles. He chose the Broadway Avenue location for his excitement in the growth of the downtown community and specifically his being enamored with the Eastern Coumbian Building. Tragically, Timothy Oulton died unexpectedly on March 4th. He was a man beloved by the company’s 350 employees. He built an impressive reputation and respected management team. Robin assured me that his vision has been well laid out and will continue as his legacy.
Timothy Oulton caters to individuals as well as commercial accounts. They value the residents of South Park as their clients. They offer full-service consultations and custom designs. Nadene says she will even come to your apartment and present floor layouts on her laptop. Robin advised, “everyone is welcome.” In addition, when you make an in-store appointment with a sales ambassador, they will serve you and your friends Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label in the Apollo lounge. Believe me, this is a gallery and an experience you will not want to miss!
By Marty Goldberg
