Company History

MH Designs

Company History

MH Designs was founded in 1967 by Martin Helpman. Martin was a cabinet maker and had emigrated to the United States from England in the early 1960’s. He initially established his business in the San Fernando Valley. Over the next several decades his business flourished and he operated the business from several locations in both the San Fernando Valley and Simi Valley. Over time the business evolved to include, not only, high quality furniture re-upholstery, but also included, interior design services, custom mirrors, silk plants, custom built furniture, cabinetry, lighting and decorative home accessories.

In 2003, after 37 years in the interior design business, Martin Helpman sold the business to P. Matthew Layne and Jeffrey Read. Layne and Read brought to the existing MH Designs legacy over 30 years of combined commercial design experience. Additionally, they possess superior color palette, space planning, project management and product design skills.

The infusion of new talent into a long standing and highly regarded design resource has created a new and exciting chapter in the ongoing legacy of MH Designs.

Commercial Projects

Commercial Accounts

Scott Drake Enterprises - Las Vegas, NV
So-Cal Value Added - Camarillo, CA
CDP - Model Homes - Agoura Hills, CA
City of Pasadena - Pasadena, CA
Paramount Studio's - Hollywood, CA
Sak's Fifth Avenue - Costa Mesa, CA
Michael Kors - Beverly Hills, CA
Michael Kors - NYC, NY
Michael Kors - Manhasset, NY
Michael Kors - San Francisco, CA
Claiborne Men's - Beverly Center LA,CA
Claiborne Men's - Costa Mesa, CA
Perry Ellis Men's - Costa Mesa, CA
Levi's
Lucky Brand Jeans

Westfall Business Interiors - LA, CA
Thomasville Furniture - Agoura Hills, CA
Thomasville Furniture - Encino, CA
Thomasville Furniture - Santa Barbara, CA
Bassett Furniture - Agoura Hills, CA
Reed's Furniture - Simi Valley, CA

Model Home Projects
Milano - Laguna Niguel, CA
Swall Drive - Beverly Hills, CA
Lakewood - Lakewood, CA
Meridian - Arcadia, CA