Thursday, October 22, 2009

Bold Design at Market

The atmosphere at this year's High Point Furniture Market was uplifting and positive. The market was filled with buzz and excitement over the interesting use of colors and patterns. Browns and neutrals were happily replaced with bold blues and metallic grays along with playful textures. Designers reacted to the uncertain economy by emphasizing selective, simple, detailed, and quality built pieces. Retailers also turned up their creative juices and re-vamped showrooms to promote their unique style and get consumers interested.

One such designer and showroom that stood out to me was Julian Chichester. Dramatic pieces paired with pops of color created a refreshing look. This market definitely captured my glam side and I look forward to exploring more with you this week!

12 comments:

Blair Friedeman said...

Oh wow! Love love love that first chair.

Raru said...

Huh ... for me the best one is the fifth chair. Love it. Thanks for sharing.

Raru
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Cindy said...

oh wow, that looks like so much fun to attend. there were a lot of prints & patterns during fashion week. seems to be the same in this show. i love the white cabinet with the circle doors.

bikim said...

Great ideas from different styles!
Take care,
Rosa

The Goods Design said...

Love it! So bummed I had to miss it!

simplesong said...

oh my i love all the floral prints!

Designers' Brew said...

I. WANT. THAT. LAMP. In the first picture. Is that part of their collection too, or just staging? Also love the chairs in the next-to-last pic. Gorgeous.

avant garde design said...

wow, i really love that lone chair and that fabulous wallpaper or wall painting behind it, just earthy gorgeous, warm and inviting. love. looks like a fun even to have attended!

please sir said...

That lamp is part of their collection - it can be found in their online catalog.

Victoria said...

Beautiful bold fabrics featured here. Love the chair and lamp in the top pic!

nelya said...

I've wanted that lamp for what seems like forever and ever and ever...

carolina bleu said...

love them mirrored vanity.

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