Bespoke Furniture Rooted in the Northwest
Each piece is conceived in close collaboration with you, crafted by hand, and built to anchor your home for generations.
Upcoming Exhibitions
Bellevue Arts Fair
July 24-26 | Booth G16
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Art in the Pearl
September 5-7 | Booth tbd
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For Interior Designers, Builders & Architects
Elevate your projects with heirloom quality furniture, slab counters, and unique architectural features. A collaborative process that integrates my quality craftsmanship with your vision.
Design Collaboration
We work closely from concept to completion. SketchUp drawings, 3D renderings and detailed specs are provided for your client presentations.
Custom Capabilities
One-of-one tables, storage pieces, and built-ins, architectural millwork that drawing influence from MCM, Japanese and Scandinavian aesthetics.
Material Samples
Physical wood and finish samples are available upon request. I maintain a sample library and can ship samples for client selection and approval.
Trade Pricing
Competitive trade pricing available for established relationships as well as volume discounts for multi-piece projects.
Schedule a discovery call
Book a 15-minute video call where your vision and my craft meet for the first time.
Send a message
Leave a note. I'll get back to you within 48 hours.
Dexter A. Payne
Owner & Founding Artist
Wren Valley Studio was founded on the belief that furniture should be more than functional. It should be meaningful, beautiful, and built to last generations.Growing up in Cincinnati, I was always creating in one form or another, from sketching to songwriting. My early exposure to woodworking included building a Bevin's Skiff, a small boat we dubbed "Blueberry," with my dad and brother. Years later, I was first inspired to build furniture I couldn't find or afford for my Chicago apartment. Each piece inspired more ideas, and by the time I moved to Oregon in 2018 I was buying walnut slabs before I finished unpacking.I'm drawn to the intuitive connection I feel with wood and the way it responds to careful hands. I feel driven to create furniture that honors the material and the people who will live with it. Every piece I build is ultimately shaped by you and your space. I'm not interested in imposing a particular style and I rarely build the same thing twice. I am interested in understanding how you live, what your home asks for, and translating that into furniture that feels inevitable.Working alone gives me complete control over every detail, from initial sketches to final finish. It also means I take on a limited number of commissions each year. When you work with me, you're not one of many clients. You're a collaborator in something that will outlast both of us.
Dexter lives in Yamhill, Oregon with his wife Liz and their menagerie of pets. When not in the shop, he can be found gardening, cooking, and roaming the Cascades or the Oregon coast with Liz and the dogs. Dexter is an active member of the Guild of Oregon Woodworkers and teaches woodworking electives at a local school.
![Building our skiff "Blueberry" circa 1998](assets/images/gallery03/1ec0860e_original.jpg?v=a1119e0d "Building our skiff "Blueberry" circa 1998")
![Rowing "Blueberry" in the Les Cheneaux Islands of Lake Huron, UP Michigan](assets/images/gallery03/4aa398eb_original.jpg?v=a1119e0d "Rowing "Blueberry" in the Les Cheneaux Islands of Lake Huron, UP Michigan")
Get in touch
I work with a limited number of clients each year, which means every commission gets my complete attention. If you're considering custom furniture for your home or business, I'd love to hear from you.
Your commission,
from first idea to finished piece
One-of-one furniture, built by hand. Everything you need to know before we talk.
HOW A COMMISSION WORKS
( 01 ) Initial Consultation
We start with a conversation, in person or virtually. You share inspiration images, rough dimensions, and how you live with the space. I ask questions, share ideas, and help you clarify what you're really looking for. No commitment, no pressure.
EXPLORATORY · NO OBLIGATION
( 02 ) Design development
I develop concepts through hand sketches, SketchUp drawings, and 3D renderings. We discuss proportions, materials, joinery, and finish options together - your feedback shapes every iteration until the design feels exactly right. For complex work (built-ins, cabinetry, multi-piece commissions), a design fee applies, credited in full toward your deposit.
SKETCHES · 3D RENDERS
( 03 ) Commitment & material selection
A 60% deposit secures your place in my production schedule. I source wood specifically for your piece, usually from Pacific Northwest specialty mills. I share photos of the material so you see exactly what I'm building with before we begin.
60% deposit · material photos shared with you
( 04 ) Fabrication
Once material arrives and acclimates to my shop, I build. Depending on complexity, this takes 5–12 weeks. I'm happy to share progress photos along the way, and I'm always reachable if questions come up. The remaining balance is due before delivery.
5–12 weeks · Progress photos on request
( 05 ) Delivery & installation
I personally deliver and install whenever possible. For longer distances, I work with specialized furniture shippers who handle white-glove delivery. Either way, the piece arrives ready to anchor your home.
Personal delivery preferred
Investment & Timeline
Dining tables range from $8,000 - $25,000+ depending on size, materials, and complexity. Smaller pieces like side tables or benches typically start around $2,500. Lead times range from 3-10 months from design approval to delivery, though this can vary based on my current project schedule. Slabs that require kiln drying have longer timelines.
Every piece begins with a conversation.
This 15-minute video call is where your vision and my craft meet for the first time, and a chance for us both to sense whether I'm the right fit for your project.
Your commission,
from first idea to finished piece
One-of-one furniture, built by hand. Everything you need to know before we talk.
PRICING & TIMELINE
Your commission,
from first idea to finished piece
One-of-one furniture, built by hand. Everything you need to know before we talk.
SPECIES I COMMONLY WORK WITH · TAP ANY TO EXPAND
Your commission,
from first idea to finished piece
One-of-one furniture, built by hand. Everything you need to know before we talk.
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Privacy Policy
Last Updated On 20-Feb-2026
Effective Date 01-Jan-2026This Privacy Policy describes the policies of Wren Valley Furniture Studio LLC (DBA Wren Valley Studio), 145 N Balm St, OR 97148, United States of America, email: [email protected], on the collection, use and disclosure of your information that we collect when you use our website ( https://wrenvalleystudio.com ). (the “Service”). By accessing or using the Service, you are consenting to the collection, use and disclosure of your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not consent to the same, please do not access or use the Service.We may modify this Privacy Policy at any time without any prior notice to you and will post the revised Privacy Policy on the Service. The revised Policy will be effective 180 days from when the revised Policy is posted in the Service and your continued access or use of the Service after such time will constitute your acceptance of the revised Privacy Policy. We therefore recommend that you periodically review this page.Information We Collect:We may collect and process the following personal information about you:- Name
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