Business Details
29 Years
experience
Custom Metal Fabrication & Design in San Luis Obispo
Thiessen Design was founded in 1997 with a commitment to creating meaningful, purpose-driven designs that blend organic elements and balanced tones. Our expertise spans commercial, residential, and public art projects, utilizing natural and sustainable materials like steel, aluminum, and wood. Over decades, weve evolved from a garage operation to a respected San Luis Obispo-based company, delivering custom solutions for clients nationwide. Our philosophy centers on collaboration, innovation, and exceeding expectations through meticulous craftsmanship.With a focus on timeless aesthetics and functional artistry, we serve diverse industries, from corporate branding to architectural installations. Our teams deep local knowledge and technical proficiency ensure every project aligns with client visions and environmental considerations. Backed by a 25+ year track record, we prioritize transparency, quality, and client satisfaction in every endeavor.
Services
Custom Furniture
Public Art
Signage
Railings and Gates
Welding and Fabrication
Corporate Art
Interior Design
Repair Work
Company Branding
Consulting
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of experience in custom metal fabrication.
- Our team specializes in blending organic elements with modern design.
- We use sustainable, high-quality materials for lasting durability.
- Our collaborative approach ensures designs align with client visions.
- We serve commercial, residential, and public art sectors nationwide.
Services
Custom Furniture
Thiessen Design creates bespoke furniture using steel, wood, and glass. Our pieces combine functionality with artistic expression, tailored to client preferences. Each item reflects our commitment to sustainable materials and timeless aesthetics.
Public Art
We design and fabricate public art that stimulates thought through movement, stability, and innovative design. Our installations integrate with environments while meeting budget and durability requirements.
Signage
Our signage solutions merge brand identity with material precision. Collaborative design ensures signs reflect company values and enhance visibility for commercial clients.
Welding and Fabrication
Full-service welding and fabrication for commercial and residential projects. We use advanced techniques to craft durable, custom metal structures and components.
Consulting
Expert guidance on material selection, design integration, and project feasibility. We help clients refine concepts to achieve functional and aesthetic goals.
People
Jeffrey Allen Thies
Founder
Jeffrey Allen Thies founded Thiessen Design in 1997, evolving it from a garage operation to a leading San Luis Obispo fabrication firm. His vision emphasizes sustainable, purpose-driven design.
Questions
What services does Thiessen Design offer?
We provide custom metal fabrication, design, and consulting services for commercial, residential, public art, signage, and corporate branding projects.
What materials do you work with?
We specialize in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper, wood, stone, and glass for durable, sustainable designs.
Do you work outside San Luis Obispo?
Yes, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining our San Luis Obispo headquarters.
How do you collaborate with clients?
We prioritize co-designing with clients to ensure custom solutions align with their vision and functional needs.
What is your design philosophy?
We blend organic elements and balanced tones to create timeless, purpose-driven art and functional installations.
Reviews (4)
Michael Walsh
Mar 29, 2021
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Jeff is the ultimate designer, communicator, and installer with a great team. They designed custom hand rails after meeting me, taking measurements, providing a detailed engineered drawing and fabricated everything in their shop except the powder coating. My neighbors and friends have commented how perfect the hand rails look and I am so happy to be able to easily use the front stairs without a fear of falling. If anyone needs a gifted professional to design and produce a metal project, give Jeff at Thiessen Design a call.
Michael Walsh, Cambria
Michael Walsh, Cambria
Teresa A.
Mar 16, 2021
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My husband and I have owned our home for 30 years, we plan to age in place here as this will be our forever home. We have been making some changes to the house to make this possible. One of the issues we were having was there were no rails on our three porches. The porches are short concrete steps with one or two risers each. The front porch in particular is very small. We contacted several companies to get a quote for fabrication and installation of railings. Some called back, but didn't follow through. One company was able to install rails but did not fabricate metal rails. I began
Solis
Nov 29, 2020
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They do excellent work and make very exquisite furniture. You would love to see their creations in your home.
Rob W.
Jul 01, 2014
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Jeff and the Thiessen Design team are true professionals. Knowing Jeff for close to 30 years I have seen his skill, talent, hard-work and most importantly integrity shine on countless projects. Over the years I am continually impresses with his creativity and execution. There is not a time I have walked into his shop or onto a trade show floor he exhibits at that I am not stopped in my tracks by something impressive. Recently I had a family member ask for a trusted reference to help develop a metal design and prototyping project for a proprietary invention and Jeff topped the list by far.
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