The Mod Barn — Local services in Los Angeles

FOUND GUILTY OF FRAUD AND PASSING BAD CHECKS Hired Rye Jestin, co-owner of The Mod Barn a few months back to build a custom wallbed. The invoice said it would take 11-13 weeks. I paid them $10k upfront. As we got closer to the delivery date nearly three months later, I had not heard from them. When I emailed he told me that they had to respray several sheets and they needed three weeks for that. I figured OK this was a delay, but I could live with a month. As we get toward the end of that second month still no word. Not the greatest communicators I concluded. So I email only for him to say that more adjustments were necessary. Ok I figure give them more slack here on missing a second delivery. As we get to the end of that month they tell me that have to buy more sheets. Excuse after excuse now. Great. I ask myself if they are trying to rip me off because we are now into the sixth month on a three month due date. Still I wanted to give them every chance. They would skip on this delivery date and the next. Finally, after seven months and 4 missed installations, I spoke with his sister Wendy Jestin, the president of the company and I told them I need a hard date. Still can’t get one after all this time. They agreed to give me my money back. After all I paid them over $10k and received nothing – yes nothing. So I waited and waited and sent reminders but nothing. She did pay some of it with checks that bounced. I have contacted the agency about this to force them to pay. But nothing. I finally had to sue them and won and still they have not paid despite a court order. Rye and Wendy do not live up to their word or their contracts.

Avoid this company at all costs. If your build runs into problems they are likely to...

Mod Barn in Culver City is one of those hidden gems that feels like it belongs in a design magazine—but it’s right here, accessible, and wildly functional. If you’re dealing with limited square footage (hello, LA living) or just want to make better use of the space you have, this place is a must-visit. Their Murphy beds are the real showstoppers—sleek, beautifully designed, and engineered to disappear into cabinetry that feels more custom furniture than compromise.

But Mod Barn doesn’t stop at beds. They specialize in smart, integrated design: custom kitchens, media walls, closets, and modular systems that feel tailored to your life—not cookie-cutter or generic. Everything is crafted with an eye for aesthetics and durability. We’re talking quality materials, thoughtful detailing, and workmanship that speaks for itself. The showroom is full of clever examples of how they turn small footprints into big living.

The best part? The owner is not only knowledgeable—he’s collaborative and genuinely invested in helping you get it right. Whether you’re outfitting a guest room to double as an office or creating a dream kitchen in a tight space, he walks you through the process with clarity and care. No pushiness, just good ideas.

In a city obsessed with space and style, Mod Barn hits that rare sweet spot: practical, stylish, and built to last. It’s a refreshing change from the mass-produced and an easy recommendation for anyone who values smart design with real...

The Mod Barn is an amazing custom furniture company!!! Not only do they offer customer designs that fitted my unique space but they also had sooo many different finished and options that I could choose from it truly made my build a one of a kind!!! They took their time and worked with me over the course of the design all the way up to the final install! The family that owns this company made me feel like family and were so professional and kind!! If you have a space you just can’t envision the furniture call them they have...