Parker Southern

Overview

Parker Southern manufactures high-quality upholstered furniture including sofas, sectionals, chairs, and tables, emphasizing American craftsmanship and custom designs. As the sister company to Temple Furniture, it serves residential and contract clients with performance fabrics and sustainable materials. The brand focuses on eight-way hand-tied construction and maintains a tradition of family-operated production in North Carolina.¹²⁴

History

Temple Furniture was founded in 1962 by Cecil and Mossie Parker, with Parker Southern established in 1991 by a third-generation Parker family member. In 2003, Parker Southern joined Temple Furniture as its sister company. Both brands continue family ownership in Maiden, North Carolina, recently launching an evolved branding platform to emphasize custom design options.¹³⁵

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Maiden, North Carolina, USA, by the family-operated facility. Production features in-house eight-way hand-tied upholstery construction. Emphasis is placed on American-made craftsmanship.¹²⁴⁵

Notable Products

• Custom Sofas - Upholstered sofas with performance fabrics and hand-tied springs for durability.
• Sectionals - Modular configurations using sustainable materials for modern homes.
• Accent Chairs - Designer silhouettes in velvet and neutrals for statement pieces.
• Motion Furniture - Reclining chairs with traditional eight-way hand-tied construction.
• Ottomans - Functional accents matching upholstery lines.

Reputation

Parker Southern is regarded by professionals for its quality American craftsmanship and custom options in upholstered furniture. Enthusiasts appreciate the family heritage and hand-tied construction, though its smaller scale limits widespread recognition compared to larger brands. The recent brand revitalization aims to enhance its market presence.²³⁵