Fast Facts

WHO
President and founder Dean Penna built his company with the understanding that excellence is the norm, and that every project, large and small, simple and complicated, should be completed quickly, thoroughly and with as few complications as possible.

WHAT
Whether wall preparation skim coating, canvas lining, etc.; straight painting; decorative finishes; Venetian plaster, glazing, et al; or wall coverings such as paper-backed fabrics and leather installations, Penna and his staff pride themselves on excellence not only in the work they do, but also in their sound approach to each project. Known for using the world's finest paints, including Farrow & Ball, Donald Kaufman and Schreuder, as well as meeting tight deadlines and budgets; Penna is a stickler for constant supervision of work, and communication with the team he's working with, as well as his clients.

WHERE
Penna's extraordinary touch is enjoyed in the homes of dozens of Manhattan's society, business and entertainment leaders. The public has seen his work in several Kips Bay Showhouses and leading home furnishings magazines.

WHY
Intimately understanding the challenges faced by top-tier designers and architects Penna is a favorite because of his exceptional ability to fulfill their most difficult requests, and to create the most amazing, creative solutions. Penna's hands-on approach, unparalleled professionalism and out-of-the-ordinary way of viewing the world guarantee the continued growth and success of his firm.

about penna inc.

DEAN PENNA
President/Founder of Penna, Inc.

Words like "flawless," "perfect" and "exacting" pepper Dean Penna's conversation, the same ones used by clients to describe his work. For nearly 18 years, Penna, Inc. has created the ultimate in wall refinishings for residential and commercial environments.

Beginning his career in real estate management Penna became intimately familiar with the problems inherent in any home, especially with the walls. "I quickly saw how age and normal wear-and-tear affect them, and how poorly they are usually repaired, painted and decorated," he says. "I also realized that most people have insufficient knowledge about what is needed to fix them, and the vast range of looks available."

Thus was born Penna, Inc. Gathering the finest craftspeople together, almost immediately he changed the world of interiors. With his extraordinary eye for detail, and perceptive listening skills, Penna has created a company that boasts two rarities in the competitive design industry: Project managers who have been with him since the beginning, and a list of some of the most prestigious clients imaginable who return to him again and again.

"Most people say, 'slap on the paint' not understanding that one must prepare the wall as carefully as Jim Dine prepares a canvas." Understanding such challenges inherent in being a high-end decorator or architect, Penna is a master at collaboration. Among the talented group who count on him are Robert Couturier, Samuel Botero, and McMillen, Inc. Knowing he will execute their ideas perfectly, they also rely on him to suggest finishes for their projects sure that they will be not only exquisitely beautiful, but will answer the needs of the space and people using it.

Be it basic wall preparation skim coating, canvas lining, Fiberglass mesh, et al; straight painting; the most elaborate decorative finish glazing, Venetian plaster, tinted plaster, faux bois, gold leafing; or wall coverings all types of paper, murals, paper-backed fabrics, leather and suede installations, Penna's work is masterful, both in its execution and finished result.

Known for extraordinary neatness and strict adherence to time and budgetary restraints in addition to top-drawer imagination, Penna, Inc. is a favorite among Broadway stars, magazine editors-in chief, business magnates and the glossiest names in society.

Penna, Inc.: The pinnacle of creative, full-service wall preparation and finishing.