Jose Efrain Ferrufino, Sr.

From a one-man upholstery business working out of the founder’s (Jose Efrain Ferrufino) home in Mar Vista, this family company has expanded into a high-level operation providing an extensive line of products for all aspects of interior decorating. On their premises, they offer a grouping not found anywhere else in this area. They have a showroom, a workroom, a library (used by clients and external interior design consultants), where clients can relax while dreaming up their new environment.

About Jose Efrain Ferrufino, Sr.

A Family Business, Ferrufino Interiors was established by Jose Efrain Ferrufino, Sr. in 1968 out of his home in Mar Vista, California. Shortly thereafter, he moved his business to nearby Culver City, California. Mr. Ferrufino established his business on basic premises -- hard work, honesty, and respect for others.

Mr. Ferrufino originally started his upholstery business alone. He was the salesperson, cutter, sewer, upholsterer, and deliveryman, while his wife, Mrs. Alicia Ferrufino, did the scheduling and bookkeeping. Soon, though, by word of mouth, his clientele grew, as did his workforce. He hired a young man, Armando Vital, to apprentice with him as an upholsterer. He also hired a young lady, Maria Ibarra, as his seamstress.

Over the years, he attracted well-known names to his long list of clients. Again, all by WORD OF MOUTH, Mr. Ferrufino’s sole method of promoting his business.

A tribute not only to the legacy of the company founder, Mr. Ferrufino but to the family atmosphere that continues to be the hallmark of the business to this very day is the fact that Armando (now the foreman) still works with Ferrufino Interiors, providing the high-class service and products that this firm is famous for. Maria, who worked for the company for over 30 years, just retired in the middle of 2008.

Today, the company is owned and operated by Jose Ferrufino’s daughter and son-in-law, Julia and Earl Trusty. When Jose retired, Julia and Earl left their chosen professions and took over the business to keep it in the family. With Earl’s guidance, inspiration, and business acumen, it has grown to where it is today, a full-service interior decor workroom and consulting company. 

Earl and Julia are dedicated to continuing a proud tradition of reliable, punctual service and high-quality craftsmanship backed by a work ethic based on honesty, integrity, and respect for others. Chances are, when you enter their store, you’ll speak to the owners themselves. They uphold the special attention to detail that Jose built his reputation around, that same care and attention that gained him a strong following among clients from all walks of life.