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Since 1950

Meet Olek Inc. — Master Artisans in New York

Three quarters of a century of excellence in antique furniture restoration, architectural fabrication and conservation. 40+ master artisans, 20,000 sq ft workshop, serving NY, NJ, CT & PA.

Architectural millwork and custom casework fabricated by Olek Inc. for Avalon Bay

75+

Years in Business

50

Year Warranty

4.9

Google Rating

4

State Service Area

Arne Vodder rosewood desk model 209 after expert restoration and refinishing by Olek Inc.

Founded on the belief that great craft endures.

Olek Lejbzon founded the company in 1950 with a simple conviction: that furniture, when properly restored, can outlast generations. What began as a small workshop in New York has grown into a trusted atelier serving landmark buildings, luxury residences, and collectors across the Eastern United States.

In 1988, Peter Triestman — Olek Lejbzon’s son and a Yale graduate — turned his passion for antique conservation into his life’s work, and has guided the atelier ever since. A member of the American Institute for Conservation since 1991, he has grown the workshop to more than 40 master artisans working from a 20,000-square-foot facility.

Today, our team of master artisans carries forward that founding vision – combining time-honored techniques with carefully selected modern innovations. Every piece that enters our workshop receives the same meticulous attention, whether it’s a family heirloom or the furnishings of a landmark hotel lobby.

We don’t just repair furniture. We preserve stories, honour craftsmanship, and extend the life of objects that matter.

2,500+

Restorations Completed

300+

Landmark Projects

50yr

Warranty Offered

What Guides Us

Principles behind every restoration.

01

Integrity of Craft

We respect the original maker’s intent. Every restoration decision honours the piece’s history, materials, and construction methods.

02

Innovation with Purpose

We adopt new techniques and materials only when they genuinely improve durability and quality – never for the sake of novelty.

03

Lasting Relationships

Our 50-year warranty isn’t just a policy – it’s a commitment. We stand behind our work and build trust that spans decades.

Trusted By

The Friars Club R.J. Reynolds Building Holland Tunnel The Pierre Hotel NYC Parks Department

Landmark Projects

Seven decades of landmark commissions.

Institutions, landmarks and historic properties across the Eastern United States have trusted Olek with their most demanding restoration and fabrication work.

  • Yale Beinecke Rare Book Library Bronze and teak casework fabrication
  • United Nations General Assembly Conference room furniture restoration
  • Grand Central Terminal Gate and destination-sign cabinet restoration
  • Cornelius Vanderbilt Mansion Wrought iron railings (National Park Service)
  • Essex County Courthouse Courtroom furniture restoration
  • St. Paul the Apostle Cathedral Entrance door restoration
  • Riverside Church Historic door restoration
  • New York Athletic Club Ornamental plaster and decorative paint conservation

Standards & Certifications

Credentials you can build on.

  • AIC member since 1991
  • NYS & NJ DOT-certified welders
  • AWS-certified welders
  • $7M Liability / Umbrella insurance
  • Bid, Payment & Performance Bonds available
  • Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Conservation

Our Team

Master artisans dedicated to their craft.

Olek Lejbzon

Founder & Master Restorer

Over 50 years of hands-on restoration experience. Olek founded the company with a conviction that great craft should outlast generations.

Restoration Team

Conservation & Repair Specialists

Skilled artisans specialising in wood, leather, metal, and textile restoration. Each trained in both traditional techniques and modern conservation methods.

Fabrication Team

Custom Build & Metalwork

Expert fabricators working with bronze, iron, steel, and wood. From custom doors to bespoke furniture, they bring architectural visions to life.

We strive to exceed expectations every time. Our attention to detail, professionalism, and dedication to exceptional results – that’s what sets us apart.

Olek Lejbzon

Founder, Olek Inc.

Elegant restored sitting room

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