DesignFifty3 is an Irish furniture studio located in Tullamore, Co. Offaly. We design and make handcrafted, functional and long-lasting pieces for cultivated spaces. Our aim is to create furniture that is not only beautiful and functional — helping to elevate homes, offices, schools and corporate spaces — but also helps protect the world for future generations.
“All things share the same breath — the beast, the tree, the man.” — Chief Seattle
Director Martin Langton is a carpenter, joiner and lifelong environmentalist with over 30 years of experience running his own design and fit-out business in Ireland and the US. Throughout his career, Martin has championed sustainable design, always seeking to use recycled and environmentally friendly materials. This ethos continues to shape DesignFifty3, with FSC-certified laminates and recycled steel used throughout our products. His vision is to design long-lasting pieces that tread lightly on the planet.
Sustainability is our core value and it guides all of our decisions. We partner with local suppliers and prioritise recycled and responsibly sourced materials where possible, including timber certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) and recycled metals for the bases of our tables. We adopt a made-to-order production model, which directly helps to lower emissions and waste.
Our process is simple: an initial consultation to discuss your project and vision, production in our workshop in close collaboration with you, and delivery directly to your project site — on time and within budget, whether locally or worldwide.