Originally from Cary, IL, right outside of Chicago, Paul started woodworking for Urban Lumber Co in 2014 after helping Seth move furniture around the shop. The interest in woodworking grew and quickly turned into a full time job. As our Master Inlay Specialist, his favorite projects to work on are charismatic dining room tables, bedroom sets, or projects that stay local. Outside of woodworking, Paul now owns San Filippo Barbecue focusing on Texas-style smoked Briskets, ribs, sausages with southern comfort sides. If you don’t see him stoking his smoker, you can find him relaxing down by the river with his girlfriend, hiking, camping, running, or cycling.

——————-You’re moving into the middle of the forrest, what 3 things do you take?

My cat, gun, and girlfriend (not in that order)

What’s a brand new skill you’d like to master?

Play the piano

What’s a piece of technology that should go back to the good ol’ days?

Cars

Pizza or tacos?

Tacos