High Point Market, Here I Come!

Well, it's that time of year again where the world descends upon a small, quiet place so aptly named; High Point, NC!  So aptly named because it is the 'high point' of the furniture and interior design industries year.  Two weeks out of the year (October and April), thousands upon thousands of people go to High Point to experience what's new in furnishings and interiors.  It really is like fashion week!  The hustle and bustle of it all creates so much energy and excitement; not to mention all of the parties thrown by the showrooms!  Anyone who's ever been will tell you for all the fun that it is it is also exhausting!  This is my sixth market, so I do consider myself a veteran at this point; I would pack the nice heels and my most fashionable frocks.  Now, not so much!  Heels will be reserved for special parties and dinners and flats will be the footwear of choice while hiking the IHFC, Suites at Market Square, Commerce & Design, 220 Elm, and the countless other buildings and showrooms that are outside of the market area!

 

 

 

 

I'm so excited to see Kelly Kole as one of the Style Spotters for this Market!  I just recently had the pleasure of meeting Kelly, along with her design partner Joann.  They are two of the nicest people and I am excited to be working alongside them on the 2013 Room Service Atlanta project benefiting the United Methodist Children's Home.  To follow Kelly as she pins her favorite pieces at High Point Spring Market click here!

 

This is the first year for the High Point ShowHouse and I'm sure it is going to be something to see!  The house opens April 20th-May 5th; during which time Market will be in full swing.  Such designers as Suzanne Kasler, Miles Redd, and Eric Kohler are featured in the historic Adamsleigh Estate in Greensboro, NC.  I can't wait to tour it and be inspired!

 

There are so many other events going on at this Market that they've not had before as well.  There will be Suite Tours given by Bloggers and Designers showing you their favorite finds of whats hot in design right now.  Ashlina Kaposta of the Decorista, Toby Fairley of Tobi Fairley Interior Design, and  Crystal Gentiello of Rue Magazine are just a few that will be hosting tours.  I will be attending many of the educational events while there, as they are always eye opening and helpful in staying the course to become better and better for my clients.  I think the Temptations are performing this year in front of Show Place Market!  That will be a treat for many!

 

Be sure to follow me on Instagram and Twitter (RhondaEPeterson) to see all of my incredible finds!  Have the most wonderful weekend, and I'll see you back here next week!

 

Make it AMAZING!

Rhonda 



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Elements For Outdoor Living At Emissary Home & Garden

Today was another successful day here at High Point Market! This is our last day, which is always a more fun day because we're not really doing any specific sourcing for clients; just more or less on the look out for great new resources for art, accessories, and various other elements.

I had never visited the Emissary Home & Garden showroom before, but was drawn in by a beautiful display of celadon painted porcelain vases, garden seats, planters, and lamps! I tell ya, it was like the Pied Piper! I couldn't walk away! Mark Johnson, the Creative Director, was so gracious to give us a tour of the showroom and allow me to take photos to share with you! A terrific staff they have working this market! And the place was bustling with buyers!

I love outdoor living and being able to bring elements that are used inside the home outside to make it a more beautiful, comfortable, and functional extension of the home! Emissary has elements that are well suited for indoors and out!

Until next time!
Rhonda

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Three Cheers For Four Hands!

We visited the new Four Hands showroom today and were "wowed" upon entry! It was as if we had stepped into a museum with the way select beautiful and unique pieces were displayed on risers and under lights! The showroom is enormous with a dark finish on its walls that evokes a somewhat smoky and sexy feel. This really highlighted the amazing lighting fixtures, as well as the creative and imaginative vignettes and displays. There were so many elements that would be fantastic additions in my clients homes! Ahhh, I love coming to Market! Wish you were here!

Have a terrific day!
Rhonda

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Add A Little Oomph To Your Home

Okay, so we're at Spring Market in High Point, NC and we're being a lot more efficient for the next couple of days by visiting specific showrooms that have what we know my clients will love and want. Our first stop after leaving the airport is Caracole, where Myra did a fantastic job of showing us all of the new and exciting furnishings they have to offer! The lunch there was fantastic! But of course, you would be hard pressed to find a showroom that didn't serve the most amazing lunches, snacks, and cocktails! Anyhoo, I'd not had the pleasure of being formally introduced to this new line that has the most colorful and fun pieces! It is a Connecticut based company that is now in it's third year of production. I truly believe they will see enormous interest that will lead to tremendous growth!

Have a terrific weekend,
Rhonda

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