Stickley Style Mission
Hall Table

A light-colored wooden desk with two drawers, set against a gray background.
Red wooden desk with two drawers and a back panel with three small holes.
Wooden desk with a table lamp on top, located in a cozy room with shelving and decorative items in the background.

This table draws inspiration from the Arts and Crafts Movement. With thoughtful refinements at the drawing board and a few personal touches, it achieves a level of elegance beyond what Stickley ever attained.

Two distinct versions were crafted—one in rich Mahogany with a deep burgundy stain and the other in luminous Curly Maple. Both feature meticulously handcrafted Ebony handles, adding a striking contrast and a touch of sophistication.

This Hall Table, like all of Joel’s pieces, is custom-made, giving you the freedom to personalize every detail, including size, layout, and wood selection.
Visit the “Customize It“ page to learn more about the process."

Close-up of a light-colored wooden desk with a black power outlet and three small square vents or holes on the top edge.

History of Mission Style Furniture

Mission-style furniture originated in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the Arts and Crafts movement in the United States. This style was heavily influenced by Gustav Stickley, an American furniture maker, who was inspired by the simplicity, durability, and handcrafted look of Spanish missions in California, as well as traditional craftsmanship from the British Arts and Crafts movement led by William Morris.

Mission-style furniture became widely popular in the early 1900s due to its sturdy, functional, and minimalist design, which contrasted with the ornate Victorian styles of the time. The style declined in popularity around the 1930s but saw a revival in the late 20th century as people appreciated its timeless aesthetic and craftsmanship.

Various Names for Mission Style Furniture

Mission-style furniture is known by different names, depending on the period, region, or design variations. Some common names include:

  1. Craftsman Style Furniture – Named after Gustav Stickley’s magazine The Craftsman, which promoted handcrafted, high-quality furniture with simple lines.

  2. Arts and Crafts Furniture – A broader term that includes Mission-style furniture, as well as other handcrafted styles inspired by the British Arts and Crafts movement.

  3. Stickley Style – Refers specifically to furniture made by Gustav Stickley and his brothers, who were major proponents of the movement.

  4. Prairie Style Furniture – Closely associated with Frank Lloyd Wright, who adapted the Mission style with more geometric and horizontal lines.

  5. Spanish Mission Furniture – A variation inspired by the rustic look of Spanish colonial furniture, often incorporating iron hardware and darker wood stains.

  6. American Craftsman Furniture – A general term for Mission and other handmade, high-quality furniture styles that emphasize function and form.

Mission-style furniture remains popular today, particularly in Craftsman-style homes and interiors that emphasize natural materials, solid construction, and clean, simple designs.

Poster with vintage home decor images and text, including vases, a table lamp, and the title "The Ideal Home 1900-1920," for the American Craft Museum exhibit from October 21, 1993, to February 27, 1994.
A wooden side table with potted plants, a window with a string of colorful lights, and a black chair with a carved top backrest against a beige wall with framed artwork, in a cozy living room.
Black and white photograph of a woodworking shop with several men working on different furniture pieces, including chairs and tables, in a rustic setting with wooden walls and a rough floor.