Paul McCobb (1917–1969) was one of the leading figures of post-war American design. Trained in drawing and applied arts, he came to prominence in the late 1940s with modern, functional and accessible furniture conceived for the evolving American home.

His name is closely associated with the Planner Group, launched in 1949 with Winchendon Furniture Company, a modular collection defined by simple, elegant lines that became highly successful during the 1950s. He also collaborated with important manufacturers such as Calvin Furniture and Directional.

McCobb’s work is characterized by restrained forms, balanced proportions and a clear structural logic. Through his furniture, lighting and domestic objects, he developed a refined yet pragmatic language that remains emblematic of American mid-century modern design.