Paul Jeffrey
FounderPaul Rene Furniture Studio"Paul Jeffrey is the founder and lead designer of Paul Rene Furniture, a Phoenix-based studio creating collectible sculptural furniture-as-art for discerning residential and commercial interiors. A former concept car designer for Ford Motor Company, Paul brings a rare combination of industrial precision and artistic expression to each piece he creates.
His work is rooted in a philosophy he calls Hereafter Design—a belief that the spaces we inhabit should do more than function; they should reflect identity, restore a sense of belonging, and elevate the human experience. Each design begins as a hand-drawn indigo sketch and evolves into a one-of-a-kind work, crafted in collaboration with skilled artisans and tailored to the individual client.
Paul Rene Furniture does not produce collections in the traditional sense. Instead, each piece is conceived as a singular expression—an intersection of architecture, art, and personal narrative. His work has gained recognition among affluent homeowners, developers, and interior designers seeking pieces that are not only functional but meaningful.
Through his designs and voice, Paul seeks to challenge the role of furniture in modern life—transforming it from something we live with into something that speaks, reminds, and endures."
African Artistry in Contemporary Design
What happens when we stop treating African artistry as museum artifacts or relegating it to historical footnotes and instead recognize it as a vital f
…What happens when we stop treating African artistry as museum artifacts or relegating it to historical footnotes and instead recognize it as a vital force in contemporary spaces? In this session, the panelists will discuss how African design principl
…What happens when we stop treating African artistry as museum artifacts or relegating it to historical footnotes and instead recognize it as a vital force in contemporary spaces? In this session, the panelists will discuss how African design principles—celebrated for their warmth, vibrancy, and character—offer a compelling alternative to the Eurocentric aesthetics that currently dominate high-end interiors .
What happens when we stop treating African artistry as museum artifacts or relegating it to historical footnotes and instead recognize it as a vital force in contemporary spaces? In this session, the panelists will discuss how African design principles—celebrated for their warmth, vibrancy, and character—offer a compelling alternative to the Eurocentric aesthetics that currently dominate high-end interiors .
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