Business Details
36 Years
experience
Custom Solid Wood Doors for Luxury Homes & Institutions
Founded in 1990, Chautauqua Woods is a woman- and minority-owned, family-run business specializing in bespoke solid wood doors for luxury residences and prestigious institutions. Our Western New York headquarters houses every stage of production, from engineering to finishing, ensuring unparalleled quality and precision. With over 30 years of expertise, we serve clients across the East Coast and New York City area, delivering custom solutions for grand entrances, historical replications, and avant-garde Biaki New York designs.Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in ethically sourced hardwoods and reforestation initiatives. Led by owner Bia Khan, our team combines Scandinavian-inspired craftsmanship with modern engineering to create doors that balance artistry, durability, and security. Each project benefits from hands-on oversight, personalized service, and partnerships with premium hardware providers to ensure seamless integration of form and function.
Services
Bespoke Solid Wood Doors
Security Doors
Historical Replications
Biaki New York Line
Custom Finishes
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in luxury door craftsmanship.
- Our in-house production ensures precision and quality control.
- Sustainable sourcing and reforestation initiatives guide our material selection.
- Biaki New York line merges bold artistry with functional design.
- Security and fire-rated doors integrate discreet protection with elegance.
Services
Bespoke Solid Wood Doors
Crafted from premium hardwoods, our bespoke doors combine timeless craftsmanship with modern engineering. Each piece is tailored to client specifications, ensuring durability and aesthetic harmony for luxury residences and institutions. Our in-house production guarantees precision from design to installation.
Historical Replications
We recreate historically accurate doors for libraries, universities, and government buildings. By merging traditional techniques with contemporary durability standards, we preserve architectural integrity while meeting modern security and energy efficiency requirements for lasting preservation.
Biaki New York Line
This avant-garde collection features bold designs with materials like embossed leather and brass. While pushing creative boundaries, each door maintains our signature craftsmanship, offering statement pieces for high-end interiors without compromising structural integrity or customization options.
Security Doors
Discreetly engineered for executive estates and government buildings, these doors provide ballistic and fire-rated protection. They integrate advanced security features with elegant aesthetics, ensuring safety without sacrificing design coherence for sensitive environments.
Custom Finishes
Our proprietary finishing process enhances wood grain with hand-applied stains and durable paints. Offering color-matching services and a range of textures, we ensure each door complements its space while maintaining resilience against wear and environmental factors.
People
Bia Khan
Owner
Bia Khan leads Chautauqua Woods with hands-on oversight of material selection and production. Her vision drives the company's reputation for luxury custom doors, blending Scandinavian craftsmanship traditions with modern innovation to meet exacting client standards.
Kiran Khan
Production Lead
Kiran Khan directs engineering and design, ensuring each door meets rigorous quality standards. Her artistic sensibility and technical expertise shape both aesthetic and functional aspects, maintaining the company's commitment to precision craftsmanship.
Zeb Khan
Special Consultant
Zeb Khan provides strategic insights as a special consultant, leveraging years of client relations experience. Her deep product knowledge and understanding of operational nuances continue to influence the company's approach to customer satisfaction despite residing abroad.
Questions
What types of doors does Chautauqua Woods specialize in?
We specialize in bespoke solid wood doors for luxury residences, historical buildings, and institutions, including security-rated options and the avant-garde Biaki New York line.
Do you work on historical door restoration projects?
Yes, we replicate and restore historical doors with precise attention to original craftsmanship while incorporating modern durability and security standards for long-term preservation.
Can I customize the finish on my door?
We offer handcrafted stains, custom color-matching, and durable paints tailored to your project's aesthetic, ensuring finishes enhance natural wood grain while providing lasting protection.
Are your doors energy efficient?
Our solid wood doors feature proprietary engineering for thermal insulation, reducing energy costs. Optional insulated glass with argon gas further improves temperature regulation and noise reduction for enhanced comfort.
Do you provide security door options?
Yes, we craft ballistic and fire-rated doors that integrate discreetly into luxury settings, combining advanced protection with elegant design for residential and institutional applications.
How do I start a custom door project?
Contact us via our website form to discuss your vision. We'll provide detailed quotes after understanding your project's scope, followed by collaborative design and production phases.
