The business was founded by Mr. Jose C. Datu. His great influence in wood crafting business was his ancestors. Designs were originated in Betis, Guagua which is known as the woodcraft capital of Pampanga. Betis, Guagua, Pampanga has been the home of skilled furniture manufacturers for decades. This had gained for the municipality the reputation as place of fine furniture and wood works. Mr. Datu?s daughter, Anita, continued what her father started. Anita is married to Mr. Nestor Taruc, who?s also in the same line of expertise. In Mr. Datu?s lost, they have decided to continue venturing what their parents have established. St. Louie Furniture started its operation in 1985 at Sta. Maria, Bu