HIGH POINT TREND SPOTTERS

And the best place to see the latest trends in home decor is at High Point Market!

What is High Point Market? It’s a large furniture trade show that introduces the latest trends in furniture, lighting and accessories. The market takes place twice a year in April and October, bringing together 75,000 interior designers, architects and buyers with 2,000 exhibitors spread throughout downtown High Point, NC.

With an optimistic arrival, we invited four people to share their favorite trend alerts that left them inspired. Hashtag HPMKT was trending all week on social media, adding to the excitement and anticipation of what’s to come. Here are some highlights from our visit this spring.

« When you’re looking for a fresh look that will make your home feel like a part of the latest trends, Thibaut’s pattern-matched drapery and wallpaper is the answer. In particular, we love the brand’s large-scale pattern called Dahlia in the colorway Sky on White from their Anna French Collection. Dahlia’s bold colors and graphic lines are sure to make any room pop.

Jill Ballew @highcountrydraperydesigns

“The workroom is always looking for new ways to improve the way we work with fabrics. That’s why we attend High Point, where we can see new trends in furniture and fabrics.”

“Not only do we get to see what’s trending, we also have the opportunity to touch and sit in the new furniture, which helps us understand exactly what fabrics are being used.”

« For the last two High Points, “bouclé” was all over the place—which gave us a heads-up on requests for “nubby” or organic-looking fabric. We took this information back to our fabric houses and made sure they had similar resources available so we could be prepared for similar requests in the future.

» I know this isn’t the trendiest piece you’ve ever seen. And I know it’s not new. But I have to say, it’s one of my favorite pieces from Harp & Finial. The distressed leather mixed with the tufted details is just WOW for me.

“If you’re looking for a chandelier that’s both eye-catching and gorgeous, look no further. This chandelier blends art deco and contemporary together in an elegant way, and each glass tube is packaged separately on-site, so you know it’s going to be fabulous.”

» This new rug is a great addition to any space, from a modern loft to an art gallery. It has geometric patterns, dimensions and neutral tones that can blend with any decor.

Whitney Jones @whitneyjdecor

» I have a love affair with this ottoman from Arteriors. The Winnetka is literally a work of art that you can sit on. It’s a great size for an ottoman, so I can sit it at a dining table (makes for flexible seating), but the mix of materials in the checkered pattern is genius! I love how the matte leather and suede shines against the antique brass base.

You’ve seen them on Pinterest and Instagram, but do you know where to get them? At High Point Market! These wall-mounted sculptures are made out of metal coins and are a superunique accent for any wall needing art. I love a 3D wall piece and these are absolutely beautiful. They come in three different colorways: gold, brown and silver.

» I’m a big fan of the Bradley Kai Console. It’s a beautiful, customizable casegood with an elegant mix of materials and finishes. I love the combination of wood and cane on this piece, but what I love most is how customizable it is. You can choose your own wood finish and cane finish, and even adjust the size to suit your space. Plus, it’s available in just 8 to 10 weeks!

Jaclyn Isaac @donidouglas_design

» This bed is so luxurious, it’s hard to believe it’s real. There’s something about the way that the light plays off of its soft curves that makes you feel like you’ve been transported to a faraway land where everything is just a little bit … softer. It’s the perfect addition to any bedroom that wants to take things up a notch.

“This lamp, by Bruno Felippe – Studio ACCORD, is a work of art. The walnut veneer that covers the shade, base and all of the hardware is immaculate. You can tell that the designers who put this together knew exactly what they were doing. It’s a perfect example of how luxury design should be done.”

JP Kilkenny has always been a favorite of mine, but when I stumbled upon this collection at Chelsea on Green, I was blown away. The colors are rich and luxurious, the fabrics are exquisite and richly textured, and the designs are timeless and classic. I’m so excited to see what new creations JP comes up with next!