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CONTENTS CELEBRATING THE HIGH POINT FURNITURE MARKET In this issue we take a look at the world’s largest furniture fair held twice a year in High Point, North Carolina in this special issue. We highlight those showrooms that you simply must see plus we have got Design Trend insights from leading

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Opposites Attract

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It’s a Question of Balance

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Our Must-See Showrooms

The Magic of High Point

Each year Dr Rosa Otero, director of the design programme at Salem College in Winston Salem takes groups of her students to nearby High Point to visit the furniture market. In her article, she shares the excitement and enthusiasm that her students experience.

Style With Staying Power

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The Legacy of Coco Chanel

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The Artisan Movement

Thomas O’Brien, has been thinking a lot about the value of balance, he says there is a lot to be regained to bringing things back in line

We highlight the showrooms that you should not miss when you visit High Point Furniture Market

“Great Bones are inherent in some projects - and it’s always a boon, it’s best if foundations are firmly rooted in the classics, and no time stamped with the detail du jour. Follow the classics architecturally,” says Larry Laslo.

This is just one of the tips that he shares with us.

Christopher Guy Harrison heralds Coco Chanel as the main influence for his designs.

He became fascinated by the legendary fashion designer from an early age, captivated by the elegance, sophistication and simplicity of her ageless designs.

According to Mark Moussa, founder of Arteriors, to own something that’s been handcrafted by true artisans is the ultimate luxury.

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“Today it’s all about the fusion of mixed materials when it comes to home design,” says Lynne McArdle of furniture makers Alen Parkes. “The artful juxtaposition of opposites brings a welcome element of surprise to even the most functional of spaces.”

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A Natural Connection

Award-winning designer Tina Nicole, of Nathan Anthony furniture, takes a look at how emotions and unfiltered reactions to the natural environment may lead to the biggest trends in residential interiors this year.

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Background: Santa Barbara. Bottom to top: Stablewood, Regatta RaďŹƒa, Eastgate, Gulf Shore, Santa Fe, Adriatic, Maze Grasscloth, Pearl Bay.

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16. Our Must See Showrooms

32. Kannoa 24. Jonathan Charles

42. Ambella Home 34. Universal to the Trade 22. Braxton Culler

34. Pride Family Brands

42. John Richard

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36. Hancock & Moore

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48. Style With Staying Power

54. Thibaut Design

44. Fine Furniture Design

50. Added Oomph!

46. French Furniture Market

58. Legacy of Coco Chanel 50. Treasure Garden

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CONTRIBUTORS

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Dr. Rosa Otero, Assistant Professor of Design, Salem College Every year, Rosa takes her Salem College design students to visit the High Point Market to connect and network with designers and industry professionals through the Market’s remarkable numer of showrooms. www.salem.edu

Mark Moussa, Founder of Arteriors Home A veteran of the home furnishings business, Mark Moussa, has an entrepreneurial spirit and intuitive sense of design. Moussa is the force behind the evolving company, always anticipating what the design community will look for next. www.arteriorshome.com

Lynne McArdle, owner of Alden Parkes Based in Jacksonville, Florida, Alden Parkes, owned by Lynne and Khrys McArdle, offers an extensive line of home furnishings, upholstery, occassional tables, dining, cabinetry, mirrors, accessories and lighting. www.aldenparkes.com

Tina Nicole, Lead Designer and co-founder of Nathan Anthony Tina has been recognised for design excellence by The American Society of Furniture Designers and The Design Society in the UK. Her award winning furniture products have been featured in top design projects and media outlets. www.nafurniture.com

Thomas O’Brien, Designer for Century Furniture Thomas O’Brien is an interior and home furnishings designer based in New York City. His work is best known for its blend of vintage modern elegance and easy domesticity along with new interpretations of American classical forms. www.centuryfurniture.com

Christopher Guy Harrison, Founder of Christopher Guy Christopher is a British luxury furniture designer of the international furnishings brand Christopher Guy. Originally known for a wide range of decorative mirrors, the collection has expanded to upholstery, chairs, sofas, and more. www.christopherguy.com

Larry Laslo, Chaddock Design Partner The internationally acclaimed designer, artist and arbiter of luxury taste - has been designing key pieces of furniture for Chaddock for almost 10 years. www.chaddockhome.com

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SPRING HIGH POINT MARKET

Don’t miss our must see showrooms AIDAN GRAY www.aidangrayhome.com Aidan Gray represents a love for interiors, design and authentic products that exude “European Grandeur”.

Showroom: 201 N. Main St. ALDEN PARKES www.aldenparkes.com Alden Parkes, LLC offers an extensive line of products including upholstery, occasional tables, dining, mirrors and bedrooms.

Showroom: H/W 200 N. Hamilton, Suite 110

AVIVA STANOFF DESIGN INC. www.avivastanoff.com Aviva Stanoff Design Inc. is a design studio specialising in exotic décor items - handmade textiles, gorgeous architectural mineral specimens, and artisanal home décor.

Showroom: IH606 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

ALLISON PALADINO COLLECTIONS www.apinteriors.com Allison Paladino is known for creating exquisite residential interiors that exude a soft, transitional elegance.

Showroom: 116 S. Lindsay St.

E. LAWRENCE www.elawrenceltd.com E. Lawrence, LTD transforms ordinary hardbound books into classic works of art.

Showroom: G-1010 - Suites At Market Square, Ground FINE ART LAMPS www.fineartlamps.com Fine Art Lamps is world-renowned for original, elegant lighting designs.

Showroom: C229 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2

AMBELLA HOME COLLECTION, INC. www.ambellahome.com Skilled carvers, craftsmen and artistic finishers use only the finest materials and best techniques to handcraft each design.

Showroom: Hamilton Court S-110 - 310 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1 BERNHARDT FURNITURE COMPANY www.bernhardt.com The heritage brand produces a wide range of quality upholstered seating, casegoods, and accent furniture at moderate price points.

Showroom: D601 - IHFC, Design Center, Floor 6

ARTERIORS www.arteriorshome.com Founded by Mark Moussa in 1987, Arteriors is a Dallas-based company specialising in lighting, furniture, and decorative accessories.

Showroom: H320 - IHFC, Hamilton, Floor 3 ARTMAX, INC. www.artmaxfurniture.com The company has endeavoured to bring one of America’s largest and most distinctive collections of accent furniture, lighting, wall art, and decorative accessories.

Showroom: D420 - IHFC, Design Center, Floor 4 20

CENTURY FURNITURE www.centuryfurniture.com Century Furniture has strived to be the best furniture company in the world, providing finely crafted luxury furniture with impeccable design and quality.

Showroom: 500, 417 - Market Square, Floor 5

FINE FURNITURE DESIGN www.ffdm.com Fine Furniture Design was founded with the same approach one takes to craft fine furniture.

Showroom: 305 S. Hamilton St. FOUR HANDS www.fourhands.com Four Hands provide exclusive access to more than 40 collections.

Showroom: 4101 - Showplace, Floor 4

CHRISTOPHER GUY www.christopherguy.com Contemporary mood with classic values.

Showroom:418S.WrennSt.-SwaimDesignCenter,Floor1 DORYA/TRUMP HOME www.doryainteriors.com As a luxury furniture and interiors brand, Dorya creates exquisitely handcrafted furniture and interior elements, whose luxurious design and attention to detail are paramount.

Showroom: 144 - 200 Steele, Floor 1

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FRENCH MARKET COLLECTION www.frenchmarketcollection.com French Market Collection offers a variety of handcrafted pillows, rugs and accent furniture inspired by 18th and 19th Century France. The bedrooms are graceful and timeless in style and dimensions.

Showroom: IHFC - Interhall 300

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HANCOCK & MOORE www.hancockandmoore.com For the past 30 years, they have made it their mission to create high quality, custom-made furniture that is truly personalised.

Showroom: 200 Steele, Floor 3 HICKORY WHITE www.hickorywhite.com The importance of history, the value of authenticity, and the belief of integrity are the tenets that define Hickory White.

Showroom: 309 North Hamilton HURTADO www.hurtadofurniture.com Classical but modern in conception and contemporary but still deeply rooted in its artisan tradition, HURTADO is one of Spain’s leading manufacturers of upscale, European-style furniture.

Showroom: 208 English Road, Hurtado Building JESSICA CHARLES www.jessicacharles.com Seating from the always-fashion conscious Jessica Charles will inspire and enhance your individuality.

Showroom: 200 Steele, Floor 3 JOHN-RICHARD www.johnrichard.com The John-Richard culture has become an icon in this home fashion industry, a staple, if you will, in tasteful, classic home design.

Showroom: 1-200 Steele, Floor 2 JONATHAN CHARLES www.jonathancharles.com Jonathan Charles Fine Furniture is the vision of Jonathan, an English furniture designer who excels at the art of antique furniture design with a contemporary twist.

Showroom: N Ct 125 - 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1 JULIAN CHICHESTER www.julianchichester.com Interpreted distinctively and in a contemporary way, Julian Chichester channels the great designs of the 19th and 20th centuries. The result is the very essence of English eclectic elegance.

Showroom: 118 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

KANNOA www.kannoa.com Design, functionality, durability and harmony guide the furniture Kannoa manufactures and also the company itself.

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KRAVET, LEE JOFA, BRUNSCHWIG & FILS AND KRAVET FURNITURE www.kravet.com This fifth generation family business distributes fabrics, furniture, wall coverings, trimmings, carpets and accessories.

Showroom: 217 - Market Square, Floor 2

NATHAN ANTHONY FURNITURE www.nafurniture.com Nathan Anthony Furniture is a Los Angeles-based, bench-made upholstery resource, specialising in furnishings for the residential and hospitality markets throughout North America.

Showroom: IH411 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

LEE INDUSTRIES INC www.leeindustries.com Complete custom capabilities, with over 900 fabrics and 600 styles.

Showroom: 100 S. Lindsay Street

NDI - NATURAL DECORATIONS INC. www.ndi.com Enjoy the effortless beauty of exquisite florals with NDI - designers of the finest faux floral and botanical reproductions for more than 50 years.

Showroom: 131-200 Steele, Floor 1

LILLIAN AUGUST FOR HICKORY WHITE www.lillianaugustfinefurniture.com With drama and a mastery of story telling, Lillian’s lifestyle designs are coveted for their range of expression - from glamour to clean, edited forms.

Showroom: 309 North Hamilton, 3rd Floor

NOIR TRADING INC www.noirfurniturela.com Noir still builds their furniture the old fashioned way using high quality and properly dried solid wood.

Showroom: IH002-IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

MOTTAHEDEH & CO INC www.mottahedeh.com The American-owned company designs and manufactures fine hard porcelain dinnerware, milestone casual stoneware and Rookwood monumental decorative stoneware - bringing timeless styles to tables across the globe.

Showroom: N Ct 131 - 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1 MR. BROWN www.mrbrownhome.com Mr. Brown London designs and manufactures a wonderful assortment of furniture, lighting and accessories for discerning individuals.

Showroom: 114-116 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.

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NORWALK FURNITURE www.norwalkfurniture.com Norwalk Furniture offers great design, customisable options, high quality, competitive pricing and quick delivery.

Showroom: M108 - IHFC, Main, Floor 1

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High Point Preview | April 16th to 20th 2016 OOMPH www.oomphonline.com An amazing collection of furniture all made in America. Specialising in custom, lacquer, furniture, and upholstery.

Showroom: 200 - Market Square, Floor 2 PHEROMONE BY CHRISTOPHER MARLEY www.pheromonedesign.com This is high-end, designer friendly artwork incorporating real natural artifacts of all kinds.

Showroom: G-6020 SALON - Suites At Market Square, Ground PHILLIPS COLLECTION www.phillipscollection.com Phillips Collection has been defining global style for years with their award-winning, organic contemporary furnishings.

Showroom: C202- IHFC, Commerce, Floor 2

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PRIDE FAMILY BRANDS, INC www.pridefamilybrands.com All of Pride Family Brands’ cast and tubular furniture designs are handcrafted one piece at a time by skilled craftsmen embracing their culture of passion for three decades.

Showroom: M101, M105 - IHFC, Main, Floor 1

SKYLINE DESIGN www.skylinedesign.com Designers and manufacturers of the highest quality of natural Rattan including all year round weather wicker garden furniture.

Showroom: IH603 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

SAFAVIEH www.safavieh.com Safavieh has gone from an artisan family business located on Madison Avenue to an industry leading manufacturer and distributor of exquisite rugs and home furnishings.

Showroom: 117, 120, 121 - Market Square, Floor 1

SOLARIA LIGHTING www.solarialighting.com Solaria offers a diverse line of speciality lighting products, all beautifully designed and carefully crafted in a distinctive, weathered European style.

Showroom: 1G - Commerce & Design, Floor 1

SARREID LTD. www.sarreid.com Sarried offers its customers an extensive product line, distinctive for its unique blend of old world tradition and excellence in design for today’s interiors.

Showroom: 3D - Commerce & Design, Floor 3

STANFORD FURNITURE www.stanfordfurniture.com Stanford tailors pieces to reflect your style and preferences perfectly. Choose from hundreds of exquisite fabrics and leathers from the best mills around the world, from dozens of stains and lacquers.

Showroom: 333 N. Hamilton St.

TROWBRIDGE GALLERY www.trowbridgegallery.com TROWBRIDGE offers the very finest examples of fine art prints, antique prints, black and white photography, textiles and original works of art all in exquisite handmade frames.

Showroom: 2A - Commerce & Design, Floor 2

TAYLOR KING FURNITURE www.taylorking.com Passion, Finesse and Community are the pillars that started Taylor King more than 40 years ago with the idea that a great piece of furniture is like a beautiful painting.

Showroom: 200 Steele, Floor 3

UNIVERSAL FURNITURE INTERNATIONAL www.universalfurniture.com Universal Furniture International, Inc. is a whole home resource offering good, affordable, smart design.

Showroom:101S.HamiltonSt(FormerlyHamiltonSquare)

SELVA www.selva.com/www.philippselva.com Skilled, expert hands lovingly shape their furniture, bringing classic elegance and timeless beauty to every creation and combining tradition with the finest expertise.

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THIBAUT FINE FURNITURE www.thibautdesigns.com Thibaut Fine Furniture is known for their fresh inspiring colour palette with classic style.

Showroom: 260 - Market Square, Floor 2 TOMLINSON/ERWIN-LAMBETH www.tomlinson/erwinlambeth.com With a fresh contemporary style, Tomlinson/Erwin-Lambeth showcase some of the most respected designers in the home furnishings industry.

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TREASURE GARDEN www.treasuregarden.com Treasure Garden offers more than 25,000 choices of shade umbrellas and accessories for the perfect shade solution.

Showroom: 2600 - Showplace, Floor 2

VISPRING LUXURY BEDS www.vispring.com Vispring believes that your bed is a catalyst for a wealth of enticing possibilities; a day that follows a night in a Vispring bed is full of potential and positive energy.

Showroom: 272 - Market Square, Floor 2 WOODLAND FURNITURE www.woodlandfurniture.com Woodland is a high-end manufacturer that sells cabinetry, furniture, lighting, upholstery and custom rugs.

Showroom: IH110 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

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FROM LEFT: Grayson house, home to the Bernice Beinenstock Furniture Library. Rosa’s students stand in front of the IHFC, High Point, on one of their visits

THE MAGIC OF HIGH POINT Twice a year the quiet city turns into the furniture capital of the world, says Dr. Rosa Otero

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we, excitement, enthusiasm - like you’d find in a small child taking in the magic of Walt Disney World for the first time - these are the emotions that I see on the faces of my Salem College design students every time we visit High Point Market. Every year, these students eagerly await the opportunity to connect and network with designers and industry professionals through the Market’s remarkable number of showrooms and the abundance of firstclass, groundbreaking products from all over the world.

Twice a year, the intimate and quiet city of High Point, North Carolina, turns into the furniture capital of the world and screams the latest in home furnishings and fashions. During Market time, serious faces, exotic accents, and creative minds gather together and transform High Point into a cosmos of unimaginable energy. Born as the Southern Furniture Market in March 1909, the biannual High Point Market is the largest and most important home furnishings trade show in the entire world. With more than 2,000 exhibitors spread out over 11.5 million square feet of showroom space, the Market attracts exhibitors and visitors from all over the world.

In the words of Market veteran Gary Inman, High Point Style Spotter and Vice President of Hospitality with Baskervill, “There is a unique synergy that occurs during Market between product designers and interior designers, members of the press, manufacturers, and sales teams.

The atmosphere is frantic and energizing, inspiring, and educational. It is absolutely the best event in the U.S. for assessing new trends, and I love the fact that I can connect with my colleagues.

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During a typical visit, we go first to the International Home Furnishings Center, the main building, and then to Showplace. These are two of the largest buildings housing some of the Market’s 2000 exhibitors. Time is very limited, but the students want to see everything. “We never know what to expect,” I’ve heard them say.

Over the years, Salem design students have developed a list of their favorite showrooms. This list includes the showrooms of companies such as the Phillips Collection, Thayer Coggin, Bassett, and Baker.

At the Market, there are a great number of educational events scheduled for members of the industry. Additionally, anybody can benefit from a stop at the Bernice Bienenstock Furniture Library. Located in the historic Grayson House, this library houses more than 5,000 books and publications.

As current Salem College student Kaleigh Workman puts it, “the High Point Market shows us a potential avenue to pursue in our future careers and field. We get the chance to communicate with seasoned designers and their associates, including recent college graduates, in a range of showplaces from all over the world.”

High Point Market and the city of High Point, with their magical genius loci, have given rise to an original vision.

They have created a vibrant place in the design community, where people can develop new relationships and cultivate existing ones as they keep up with trends in the industry. their career development.

Dr. Rosa Otero, Assistant Professor of Design, Salem College www.salem.edu

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UPHOLSTERED IN Caswell Fog fabric resembling suede, Jessica Charles’ Cagney Settee’s petite footprint makes it versatile in any space, as a loveseat in small environments or entryway seating. Shallow button tufting and “Slate” wood finish legs break up the monochromatic palette.

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BRAXTON CULLER, known for its meticulous attention to detail and quality construction, offers an extensive product line for the entire home including patio and outdoors. The stylish Grand Haven sofa group (pictured) is indicative of the company’s designs for the elegant and casual lifestyle. With legs available in a variety of finishes, the sofa is standard with four Blendown seat cushions and four Blendown pillows as well as a wide fabric selection. T: 001 336 861 5800 | www.braxtonculler.com | 310 S. Elm St.

AWESOME BLOSSOM by Caracole is spring chic! This rich mahogany storage piece boasts a brilliant gold leaf chinoiserie facade hand-painted with delicate cherry blossom branches. Swarovski crystals are placed on the center of a few key blossoms so that the piece almost winks at you as you walk by.

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THIS SLEEK and space-efficient rectangular pedestal table by Fine Furniture Design, shown in Patina white, is perfect for an eat-in kitchen or open floor plan. Coordinating upholstered banquette seating includes a double-seat, single-seat and right-and-left corner pieces, creating ultimate versatility. T: 001 336 883 9918 | www.ffdm.com 305 S. Hamilton St.

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MOTTAHEDEH’S LATEST addition to their Heirluminare collection is the Duke of Gloucester, an iconic pattern that is treasured around the world. The Fu Dog and Shang - the two most popular shapes will house these beautiful candles.

T: 001 800 242 3050 | www.mottahedeh.com 200 N. Hamilton St, N. Court 131

EXPLORE A NEW kind of energy and elegance with Modern Glamour from Bernhardt.

These classical pieces, enlivened by modern embellishment, feature details such as sculptured brass, quilted leather wraps, bracelet hardware, gold leaf finishes and dramatic woods, a virtual fashion wardrobe for expressing modern glamour. www.bernhardt.com | IHFC D601

A STATEMENT PIECE for any room, this elegant and functional etagere features a classic patina brass finish on metal with complementary glass shelves. The distinctive eggshell finished 2 door cabinet shows off Alden Parkes signature custom hardware. T: 001 904 279 1617 www.aldenparkes.com H/W 200 N. Hamilton, Suite 110 30

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A DECORATIVE collection of furniture by Jonathan Charles inspired by the intricate chinoiserie furniture designs of the 18th century. This versatile charming chest of drawers is decorated with exotic imaginary places, reminiscent of the regency period. The piece is hand finished using traditional chinoiserie techniques. www.jonathancharlesfurniture.com N Ct 125 - 200 N. Hamilton St., Floor 1

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THIS NEW VALENTINO bench - designed by Tina Nicole for Nathan Anthony - features a great new shape upholstered in a white Tibetan lamb cover. Fun and modern, this bench can be used as an accent seat in a living area or to dress up the end of a bed.

T: 001 323 584 1315 | www.nafurniture.com IHFC Interhall 411

THE STYLISH and versatile Pelham server by Hickory White is a perfect example of the artisan craftsmanship provided by this company since 1902. With over 50 finish options and striping alternatives, as well as colour matching to your paint manufacturer’s specifications, the design opportunities are endless.

T: 001 828 322 8624 | www.hickorywhite.com | H/W 309 N. Hamilton St

THE SELFOSS SCONCE by Aerin for Circa Lighting is shown in a stylish bronze and gild interior, one of many great looks in Circa’s refreshing approach to designer lighting.

Other fine lighting lines include Alexa Hampton, Barbara Barry, Ralph Lauren Home, Suzanne Kasler, Thomas O’Brien, E F Chapman and Studio to name just a few.

T: 001 877 762 2323 | www.circalighting.com C&D 2nd Floor 32

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SHERRILL FURNITURE blends skill and care, combining traditional American craftsmanship such as 8-way hand tied springs with modern manufacturing methods, to create looks designers love. The end result is always unparalleled custom-made upholstery. T: 001 828 322 2640 | www.sherrillfurniture.com | H/W 201 Fred Alexander Place

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OPPOSITES ARE ATTRACTING The new luxury has a sense of style and a sense of humour says Lynne McArdle

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oday it’s all about the fusion of mixed materials when it comes to home design. Whether it’s traditional with modern, rough with smooth, high with low, the artful juxtaposition of opposites brings a welcome element of surprise to even the most functional of spaces. Contrast keeps things interesting and gives a room visual appeal - where individual elements stand out within a cohesive whole.

Legendary interior designer Billy Baldwin once said, “The first rule of decoration is that you can break almost all the other rules.” When it comes to what goes with what, the rules have all been re-written - and are just waiting to be broken.

There was a time, for instance, when it was taboo to mix warm-toned and cool-toned metals. For the last few seasons, mixed metals have dominated design trend reports, and they look as though they’ll be around for the foreseeable future.

The same goes for other materials as well. Throw out labels and forget obvious match-ups in favour of a creative tension between odd-couple materials. Think of fine wood veneers paired with brass accents that have an almost industrial simplicity, or a plain glass top set on an ornately hand-carved base. When in doubt, remember the 80/20 rule: 80 percent of your interior can be cohesive in colour palette, texture, materials and style, but don’t forget the all-important 20 percent of unexpected choices that will take your space from predictable to surprising and unique.

Keep in mind, however, that just like any good recipe, they work best when you use high quality ingredients. For a mix to succeed, each piece must have its own design integrity and its own solid construction. Set the mood with a few stand-out statement pieces that combine materials and finishes and let the rest of the room take its cues from them.

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addition to their intrinsic good looks, fine finishes multiply the options for mixing and matching, so look for finishes that will play well with others. Metallic leaf has made a big comeback in the last few years - gold and silver are perennial favourites, but platinum and a warmed-up alternative to traditional silver looks particularly fresh this year.

Second skin: Beautifully finished wood veneers will never go out of style, but designers have re-discovered another new-old material. Vellum, a leather treatment originally used in bookbinding, was much loved by Art Deco designers, who applied it to everything from coffee tables to cocktail cabinets.

Tactile and sophisticated, vellum mixes well with hard-edged materials such as brass and glass and reflects the re-discovery of contemporary elegance.

Art and industry: The artistry involved in creating a hand-painted finish or an intricate carving takes centre stage when the design of a piece of furniture is simple and clean.

Traditional looks fresh all over again when it is paired with contemporary design - sleek lines plus classic materials and please-touch textures add up to a sophistication that never gets old. Think of a match-up of luxury materials and industrial components: an étagère with hand-applied eglomise glass shelves set into a clean stainless steel frame, for instance, or a console made up of a highly detailed rococo carved base paired with a simple clear glass top.

The new luxury: The old luxury was a dinner party for eight in a formal dining room; the new luxury is a couple of friends sitting barefoot on a vintage Turkish silk rug around a glass-topped cocktail table while they drink champagne and eat sushi. Today’s luxury means fine materials and beautiful finishes applied with livability and versatility in mind. The new luxury has a sense of style and a sense of humour, but most of all a sense of confidence.

Lynne McArdle www.aldenparkes.com See the Alden Parkes collections this High Point at H/W 200 N. Hamilton, Suite 110

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IT’S A QUESTION OF BALANCE We learn from the traditional in order to create the modern says Thomas O’Brien

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ver the past few years, in my own life and in the client homes and furnishings I’ve designed, I’ve been thinking a lot about the value of balance. There’s the balance of living in the city and longing for time in the countryside, and certainly the imbalance of work versus any leftover downtime to unplug. I think there is a balance to be regained in bringing essential domestic pleasures like cooking and householding into the equation with truly sophisticated living.

In design terms, this balance might apply to how we learn from the traditional in order to create the modern.

I’ve always been interested in how modernism is an echo of previous periods and places. I see Georgian classicism and ancient Greek proportions, and the simplicity of traditional Japanese design, all occurring and recombining in many of my favourite eras of Scandinavian, French and Viennese, American and English art and design. And I’m still fascinated by what is to be learned from the fantastic craft and time that go into a perfect 18th century spoon, or a fine moulding profile, or a carved marble antiquity.

I study all of these sources to do my own reinventing when I design furniture, or lighting, or a room. I’ve always loved learning from collectors and gallerists, and from the in-depth, generous information that wonderful specialists and small shops preserve, like the dealer who focuses on the most special and rare Georgian ceramics and silver, or the merchant who has the eclectic, unexpected grouping of treasures in his decades-old antique store. The ingredients may be from the past, but the sum total of how they get put together is always for the time of now.

So it’s time that most interests me in this equation, and it’s time that feels so neglected in the way we live and work today.

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we’re drawn to because it’s attractive is first a function and a literal record of the time and tastes it was made for. What I love is the story that each of these things can tell - who made it, and why, and how maybe it pushed the boundaries of what had been made before it.

Recently I’ve designed a library and studio next to my home on Long Island. This project was in part a response to wanting a new way to work, out of the city, using a whole house and garden as a creative laboratory. And it’s been a process of incorporating history so that both house and garden look as though they’ve evolved over a long period of time, even though almost everything is new. The trick and the fun is to use historical techniques and forms to actually make something completely original. And that’s equally the case with my new home collection for Century Furniture: the old is right there in the new.

Design, for me, is always about a respect for the world of ideas instead of flash and immediacy. It’s a quiet insistence on the details that make things work better, for longer; and it’s a stand for the disappearing arts of kindness and decency that make every creative transaction important to the end product, from the studio to the workshop to the front door.

In my work, and I think in the dreams of a lot of clients, this level of character is the new priority, more than spectacle and status. People want to feel at home and not on stage. I’ve always wanted to make beautiful, restful, inspiring homes and furniture, which are authentic in this exact way. And I want to help people prioritize real refinement and elegance without sparing a livable, comfortable, kind, welcoming environment. To balance design with meaning: that’s the practical beautiful life.

Thomas O’Brien, Century Furniture Designer See the Century Furniture collections this High Point in their Showroom at 500, 417 - Market Square, Floor 5 www.centuryfurniture.com

Century Furniture Woods have grain and colour variations due to growth patterns of each tree. The result is a beautiful and unique piece as displayed in the Ben Chair (left) and the Shane Wing Chair (right)

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DESIGNERS LOVE these new store front renderings by Eddie Lawrence for E. Lawrence, Ltd. Printed on handmade papers and bound by hand, these are certain to enhance any decor.

T: 001 404 355 9226 | www.elawrenceltd.com Market Square G-1010

THE OUTSTANDING Italian craftsmanship of the Royale bed from The Night Collection

by Selva brings an exclusive allure to the sleeping area. Features include a distinctive art deco wooden frame, lightened up by a number of decorative buttons. The gentle curves of the bed bring a timeless dimension to this design. US T: 001 336 885 2239

UK T: +44 (0) 127 338 5255 | www.philippselva.com | 200 Steele, Suite 132

MOTTAHEDEH HAS partnered with Rookwood to create a collection that celebrates the American Pottery Movement which shocked the European market from 1870-1920. These monumental vases are taken from moulds found in Rookwood’s archives and finished with the original glaze formulas that highlight their beautiful simplistic shapes, wonderful craftsmanship and renowned vellum glazes.

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KANNOA’S TANGIER is regarded as its most versatile collection. The deep-seating sectional pieces, along with coffee tables and ottomans allow for a myriad of configurations to make any outdoor space completely custom. T: 001 305 651 9655 www.kannoa.com | IH511 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

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UNCLUTTERED AND FUNCTIONAL, the sophisticated Thornton entertainment center by Woodland Furniture also functions, by design, as a dividing wall. The television mount area swivels 180째 to allow viewing from either side. T: 001 208 523 9006 www.woodlandfurniture.com | IHFC Interhall 210

THIS STRIKING contemporary desk and chair are from the new winter collections by Artmax. The stylish duo combines modern energy with simple yet elegant touches such as polished silverleaf details, hardwood veneer and vanilla faux leather - creating an exciting look that can can be used throughout the home. T: 001 773 376 6266 www.artmaxfurniture.com | IHFC D420 40

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THE STYLISH Brooklyn bed, by Universal to the Trade, shows off polished silver finials atop posts of cherry and cappuccino. Shown here floating over a headboard of Belgian linens and fastened tight with a hundred decorative nickel nails, this handsome contemporary design blends a myriad of materials and finishes to guarantee timelessness.

T: 001 877 804 5535 | www.universaltothetrade.com | 101 S. Hamilton St.

THE VILLA BIANCA Collection from Pride Family Brands is handcrafted with classic features, precision artistry and intricate cast aluminum details. The deep seating has conversational curves with comfort and lasting durability. These designs have full cast and extruded aluminum construction and a four-stage finishing process with artisan-applied antiquing. T: 001 855 612 8800 | www.pridefamilybrands.com IHFC M-101

DESIGNED TO BE BOTH MODERN IN SPIRIT AND ROOTED IN TRADITION, the Brentwood Collection exemplifies livable elegance. Creative and layered, it is an artful mix of styles, textures, materials and details.

Contact your representative for more information or call 336 883-9918 | FFDM.com

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ART EXPRESSES feeling and thought, without a word spoken. As does artful furniture. Designers love to explore the modern energy and glamour of Bernhardt’s many looks. Shown here are the nickel-clad Odessa drawer cabinet and Roscoe ottoman in brindled hair-on-hide. Bernhardt wants every design to make a great first, and last, impression. www.bernhardt.com | IHFC D601 IT’S EASY to love the new Sebring swivel tilt chair designed by Alan Price for Hancock & Moore. With its great sense of retro design, this chair is luxurious enough to go into a home office and easily represents the best in eclectic styling with its channel quilting in the seat and back in burnished leather, distinctive metal base and popular exposed wood arms.

T: 001 828 495 8235 | www.hancockandmoore.com | 200 Steele 3rd Floor

THE PROXIE/U CHAIR, a new modern wingback design with fully upholstered legs, is a good example of Nathan Anthony’s belief that good tailoring and well-suited silhouettes are always in style. “It’s a clever twist that gives each piece a completely different personality,” said Tina Nicole, lead designer of Nathan Anthony.

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THESE SKILLFULLY crafted contemporary designs are from the Even collection by Hurtado, a strong, world-renowned brand inspired by different cultures and time periods which allows designers and consumers to customise their environment with fashion trends evoking timeless beauty. US T: 001 336 885 6660 | www.hurtadofurniture.com

SPAIN T: (+34) 96 011 0000 | www.hurtadomuebles.com | 208 English Rd

From decorative casegoods to tailored upholstery, Alden Parkes reinterprets and remasters the icons that define gracious living.

Visit our showroom to discover the best of High Point.

High Point Showroom: 200 North Hamilton Street, Suite 110 Ground Level, South Court High Point, NC 27263 www.aldenparkes.com Tiffany Buffet finished in warm walnut.

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A NATURAL CONNECTION There is a crossover between art and commerce says Tina Nicole

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he Emmy Award-nominated score by composer Duncan Thum includes a sweeping track he labelled Call of the Wild. It certainly sets the right tone for Chef’s Table, one of last year’s most inspirational documentary series.

And, one can imagine the tune playing in the background of our present day obsessions - lofty notions of simple living and a romantic sense of beauty - influenced, perhaps, by the singular subjects which the series sets out to profile.

In two episodes, we are transported to remote settings near Buenos Aires, Argentina, where Chef Francis Mallman prepares simple meals from locally sourced foods for his friends - requiring only an open fire in the Patagonia wilds of his native land - and to Järpen, Sweden, where Chef Magnus Nillson artfully composes dishes that appear to reflect the natural beauty surrounding him.

Both conjure for us a world of romance and solace.

There’s a sense of minimalism, yes; but of warmth and connection, too. Isn’t that the way we feel when surrounded by natural materials.

Today, savvy brands capitalize on similar emotional and natural connections for engaging with their audiences.

Italian fashion house Gucci cast another Swedish sensation, indie pop singer Lykke Li, in their promotional video for Spring/Summer 2015, directed by Diana Kunst. Inspired by Li’s hit song Just Like A Dream, the brand describes the project as a dreamscape of music, fashion and creative inspiration.

Streaming sunlight, sun dappled interiors and a Pantoneworthy, pastel pink and blue sunset play prominent roles in the video’s attractions - also serving as a pleasant predictor for the delicate pink and copper tones trending now in interior spaces.

Although white walls remain an important foundation for many living spaces, the warmer elements of soft light, wood and brass, grey accents and asymmetrical shapes, or occasional pops of bright colour, work together to keep starkness at bay and serve as an artful backdrop for special pieces.

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by acclaimed architect Renzo Piano and recently opened in New York City’s meatpacking district, at one end of the pedestrian-friendly High Line park, represents an ideal expression for many of these themes.

Architecture critic for the New York Times, Michael Kimmelman, said in his review of the new museum: “There’s a generosity to the architecture, a sense of art connecting with the city and vice versa.”

A natural backdrop for showcasing art, the museum’s interior white walls are balanced by weathered pine floors, repurposed from old factories. The building’s exterior form is a study in geometry; its metal frame resembles an irregularly shaped, multi-faceted gem - although a beloved patchwork quilt also comes to mind. It’s high tech, and high touch, too.

Some art is more ubiquitous. The crossover between art and commerce is omnipresent today, with companies like Nike soon to introduce its AirMax 2016 model, a limited edition athletic shoe design with a unique pixelated pattern positioned at each heel. It’s not quite like owning a Roy Lichtenstein original, but suspense around the launch date is at a fever pitch, with “leaked” photos of the sneaker on the Internet.

White walls have long been the default hue in small spaces and it makes sense, of course, helping to expand size perception. If New York City’s new micro-apartments, set to open in the Kip’s Bay neighbourhood this Spring, are any indication of things to come, we’d all better get around to adding space-saving functionality to our designs.

As designers ponder projects on the near horizon, it’s worth noting that our emotions and unfiltered reactions to the natural environment may lead to the biggest trends in residential interiors this year.

Tina Nicole www.nafurniture.com See the Nathan Anthony collections this High Point in their Showroom at IHFC Interhall 411, Shuttle Stop 1

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USING THOUSANDS of handmade “rough cut” crystal gems made in Fine Art Lamps glassworks, Arctic Halo celebrates the refracted light of ice crystals carried by cirrus clouds and forming a lunar halo in the night sky.

T: 001 305 821 3850 www.fineartlamps.com IHFC C-229

THE STRIKING ATLANTIC sofa with its rich tape detailing nicely pairs with the sleek design of the Perry chair for a touch of dressed-up elegance. Shown with Palm Beach ottomans, unusual and eye-catching Pick Up Sticks cocktail and mini accent tables, and the stylish and functional tapered chest - one of many great looks by Ambella.

T: 001 214 631 8901 | www.ambellahome.com | 310 N. Hamilton, Suite 110

FORMED FROM 30 convex ‘pillows,’ this unusual sideboard design has three soft closing drawers over six doors. The handles are undercut beneath each ‘pillow,’ for a clean look of pure contemporary. Other John-Richard designs in this setting include a highly textural, large scale original oil painting by Teng Fei called Sunset Symphony. Other accessories include the stylish Ocean table lamp and Starburst of Quartz crystal points set on a led free crystal cube. US T: 001 662 453 5809

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THIS GREAT SETTING from Taylor King includes designer looks ranging from windowpane plaids to textured tweeds, embracing classic menswear style with suiting fabrics and masculine leathers on popular transitional frames.

T: 001 828 632 7731 | www.taylorking.com | 200 Steele - 3rd Floor

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THE PAULA CHAIR by Hancock & Moore is swathed in pearlescent leather, suede and fabric upholstery. It exudes understated elegance with its fine detailing which includes diamond quilting, nickel nailheads and black “Java” wood finish legs. To Hancock & Moore, custom-made furniture in the purest form of self expression. T: 001 828 495 8235

www.hancockandmoore.com 200 Steele 3rd Floor

WITH A HEAVILY scorched application on Wildwood’s Tootsie Lamp’s bronze finish, the end result creates a dramatic marbling of spots that appears brassy.

The brown marble slab on the mounting and a grey brushed linen rectangular drum shade add handsome qualities. www.wildwoodlamps.com H/W, N Ct 125 - 200 N, Hamilton St., Floor 1 48

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ONE OF THE many exquisite looks in the new Brentwood collection by Fine Furniture Design. Created to be modern in spirit while rooted in fine elegant tradition, this collection exemplifies livable elegance at its best with an artful mix of styling, textures, materials and details. T: 001 336 883 9918 | www.ffdm.com | 305 S. Hamilton St.

NORWALK FURNITURE’s Margie sofa features a classic roll arm made modern by a deep forward scoop. More than 1000 nail heads create a smart, tailored look. This 89 inch sofa appeals to those with a refined, traditional aesthetic. T: 001 419 744 3285 www.norwalkfurniture.com | IHFC M-108

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THE KATE CHAIR by Stanford Furniture shows off its graceful, updated arm, a perfect choice for designers looking for elegance and simplicity in a transitional look. Whether this stylish chair is used singly or in pairs, its comfort and eye-catching appeal make it a great addition to any setting. T: 001 828 459 1992

www.stanfordfurniture.com | 333 N. Hamilton

THIS ICONIC BEDROOM by French Market Collection is hand-carved and hand-finished with a king or queen size bed. Also shown are the stylish Laura bench, distinctive handspun down-filled Aubusson pillows and a special handmade 100% wool Marsha Oushak rug.

T: 001 888 840 3589| www.frenchmarketcollection.com | IHFC Interhall 300

SPRING IS A time to stop, look around, smell the fresh air and let the light in.

This multi-functional Cookies & Crème mirrored piece by Caracole lets you bring a fresh, contemporary, floral motif indoors and is suitable for a multitude of different situations. T: 001 800 468 8730 www.caracole.com | IHFC C-500 50

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THE STYLISH Christophe bench is surrounded by a myriad of designs by Arteriors, a company that specializes in lighting, furniture, upholstery and decorative accessories that appeal to the design trade. Arteriors collaborates with experienced artisans and select manufacturers around the world, producing a full spectrum of styles in luxury materials and finishes. T: 001 800 338 2150 | www.arteriorshome.com | IHFC H-320

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STYLE WITH STAYING POWER Great interior design projects always begin with architecture says Larry Laslo

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hether I’m designing a furniture collection, a line of flatware, a retail boutique or even a private residence, clients invariably come to me for what’s new, what’s next. Honestly, trend spotting – and trend starting – is just a mere sliver of the creative journey. While clients from Bergdorf’s to Wall Street powerbrokers crave innovation, they also expect the work to have staying power. Here, I never disappoint. I’m delighted to share some tips.

First, great interior design projects always begin with architecture. “Great bones” are inherent in some projects – and it’s always a boon. It’s best if foundations are firmly rooted in the classics, and not time stamped with the detail du jour. Follow the classics architecturally.

Over the years, I’ve somehow become many a magazine editor’s go-to for stories about fearless use of colour. After all, I once painted a client’s ceiling pink – everyone looked great in that room. With this, my reputation as a colour adventurer was apparently forever sealed. Yet, what’s important to remember is that there are colours of the moment and colours that return. The former should be used sparingly; the latter returned to like old friends over and over.

When artwork is an important design factor, white walls are preferred. Art always rules. And next, an oxymoron.

Dark rooms, challenged with the absence of abundant natural light, come alive with dark walls. Dark on dark – with light trim, I might add – is illuminating. Try it!

After establishing architectural underpinnings and a colour plan, furniture and floor planning are generally my next consideration. Things needn’t match or necessarily be of the same period. Items should feel assembled over time, or collected. Harmony is the objective.

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dresses a room. For signature upholstered pieces – sectionals or large sofas – a relatively plain ground cloth is a good start.

The amateur decorator may be smitten with a fabulous floral in a swatch, but put that cutting on a sofa, and suddenly there are ten thousand disruptive blooms. It’s pretty horrific.

The focus is scale and proportion – so important in the artful selection of textiles, furniture and accessories.

Bigger pieces look better in small rooms, and smaller pieces look better in big rooms. There’s seems to be some logic – failed logic – that small rooms deserve diminutive pieces, and larger rooms bulk up. It’s a mistake! The entire room is a palette. Items should be specified with an eye for balance and proportion. This approach can take a room – even a small one – to unexpected heights.

The subject is roses – or daffodils and delphiniums, as you please! Flowers are best in water. Let me explain – and this also takes me to my final piece of sage advice on the practice of timeless design.

Nature never dates. Artificial flowers – silks, plastics and perhaps even the harvest of a 3-D printer – can look amazingly real. Even I sometimes give a leaf a pinch to test its provenance. But nothing lasts forever. Flowers should gradually wither, making room for the next lush bouquet.

This is a glorious thing. Change is good.

And so it goes in the world of design too. I know that style with staying power can be achieved through artful consideration of architecture, colour, scale and proportion.

But I always follow nature: Great timeless design is always, always evolving.

Larry Laslo, Chaddock Design Partner www.chaddockhome.com See the Chaddock collections this High Point at their showroom; 300 E Green Drive

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THE NOIR DANTE Chair is a classic with a contemporary touch. The Noir Dante Chair is handcrafted and accentuates the design of the room. This chair has off white canvas fabric with beautiful studs lining the wood.

The Dante Chair is made of mahogany and has a hand rubbed black finish.

T: 001 310 527 5501 | www.noirfurniturela.com IH002 - IHFC, Commerce, Floor 1

PERFECT FOR any interior, the Lucia chair

by Arteriors is a simple design that makes a clear statement. Modern style meets functional comfort with the chair’s deep seat, feather/down back pillow and gently scooped back creating a truly timeless silhouette. T: 001 800 338 2150 www.arteriorshome.com | IHFC H320 54

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DESIGNERS LOVE the ability to be eclectic and Added Oomph! opens the door to endless possibilities. The myriad of designs by Added Oomph! includes unusual European antiques, many chosen for a quirky and often bold twist. Architectural elements and authentic English pub signs round out the broad collection of eclectic eccentricities.

T: 001 336 886 4410 | www.addedoomph.com | 500 N. Wrenn Street

TREASURE GARDEN’s elegantly designed AG28 Cantilever in Sunbrella Jockey Red creates a bold statement for any garden environment. Whether relaxing or entertaining, this style tilts front to back and can rotate 360° manually for 100 square feet of beautiful shade comfort. T: 001 626 814 016 | www.treasuregarden.com Showplace 2600 & 200 Steele 140

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ENJOY THE EFFORTLESS beauty of exquisite floral designs such as this white and green rose hydrangea shown in a stylish cast iron urn. By NDI, designers and makers of fine faux permanent botanical reproductions, all designs are made to order at NDI’s workshop in Brewton, Alabama.

T: 001 800 522 2624 | www.ndi.com 200 Steele, Suite 131

INGENIOUS SIMPLICITY - combined with elegant proportions, quality materials and rich finishes - defines the brilliant Marcel chandelier by Solaria Lighting, an immediate favourite among the world’s top architects, builders and designers.

T: 001 404 508 1989 | www.solarialighting.com C&D Building 1-G 56

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RELAXED GLAMOUR with timeless style and sophistication make up this exclusive benchmark assortment from the Trump Home collection by Dorya. The sumptuous bed is shown in espresso mahogany with satin pleated neutral upholstery, while nightstands in mahogany use platinum finish on drawer fronts detailed in stainless steel. US T: 001 305 373 4446 | www.doryainteriors.com UK T: +44 (0) 120 271 7017 | www.interio.co.uk | H/W 200 Steele, Suite 144

THIS LIVING ROOM setting of timeless classic furnishings by Woodland Furniture shows the wide variety of designs available from the company including upholstery, rugs, lighting and cabinetry. Woodland’s reputation for quality furniture is well known by those who seek exacting standards and great finishes. T: 001 208 523 9006 www.woodlandfurniture.com | IHFC Interhall 210

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THIBAUT’S FURNITURE line combines pleasing proportions and comfortable scale with heirloom quality. Visitors at Thibaut’s showroom had the opportunity to experience over 100 pieces of Thibaut Fine Furniture, including upholstered sofas, settees, bed and headboard combinations, counter stools, and decorative chairs, and stunning creations of grasscloth wrapped tables and cabinets that are all made in America.

www.thibautdesign.com | Historic Market Square, Suite 260

TROWBRIDGE’s awe inspiring collection of domes showcases the exquisite and fine detail to be seen above us. The beautiful finishes range from the hand carved wood or stone to the delicately gilded features, each ceiling a sight to behold. In each photograph the ornate qualities give a glimpse to the grandeur and personality of each architectural achievement.

The trio of images bring nothing but impact to a space and are a bold statement that ooze sophisticated design.

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THE AWARD-WINNING Connexion collection from Brown Jordan in collaboration with internationally-acclaimed designer Richard Frinier brings effortless comfort and versatility to indoor/outdoor living. The unique ways in which this collection’s modular pieces may be stylised for spaces is limitless, making it the ideal design solution to accommodate daily changing needs. www.richardfrinier.com | M111 - IHFC

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LEGACY OF COCO CHANEL Her impact goes far beyond the fashion world says Christopher Guy Harrison

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hristopher Guy Harrison, the CEO, Designer and Founder behind the luxury, furnishings brand Christopher Guy, heralds Coco Chanel as the main influence for his designs.

Celebrated as one of the most influential designers of all time, Coco Chanel’s impact goes far beyond the fashion world and her designs continue to be echoed throughout the fashion, interiors and decorative art worlds alike. Last Autumn, an eponymous exhibition at the Saatchi gallery, Mademoiselle Privé, highlighted the breadths of Chanel’s achievements.

Christopher became fascinated with Coco Chanel from an early age, captivated by the elegance, sophistication and simplicity of her ageless designs. He launched a collection entitled Mademoiselle based on his own interpretation of how Coco Chanel may have commissioned her home if she was here today. The range, which includes cabinets, beds, lighting, mirrors and upholstered furniture, is a contemporary interpretation of her classic designs.

Simplicity is key when trying to achieve Chanel’s celebrated Parisian chic. For upholstery, opt for lavish materials such as rich velvets and sumptuous silks – layering decadent fabrics was typical of Chanel’s designs and resonates strongly with the art deco movement. To achieve an opulent look, pair rich fabrics with polished, lacquered hardwoods and plush buttoned details.

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Christopher’s furniture and room sets. Accent monochrome with neutral tones of taupe and oyster as well as sophisticated pale pinks and smoky greys. This perfectly encapsulates the elegance and simplicity of Chanel’s pared-back look. Pale upholstery can be contrasted with dark piping, emphasising the clean lines of the furniture.

Precision and symmetry were key design components of Jazz Age style so when buying mirrors, lighting and occasional tables always buy a pair to keep your room scheme well balanced. The sunburst mirror was an iconic motif of art deco style and makes a striking focal point of any living area or bedroom. For a dramatic look, choose an oversized mirror to hang over a mantelpiece or in the hallway.

Cocktail hour was a well-established part of the day during the belle époque. Install a decorative cocktail bar or drinks trolley in your living room for entertaining guests.

With travel becoming increasingly accessible during Chanel’s lifetime, exotic sculptures and accessories became highly covetable. Chanel herself travelled extensively and was inspired by Chinoiserie, which is evident from her apartment in the Rue de Cambon, Paris. To achieve an eclectic look, accessorise your living space with exotic accents such as pearl trinkets and animal sculptures. For an added exuberance, a large Chinese screen makes a perfect room divider.

Christopher Guy Harrison www.christopherguy.com See Christopher Guy’s collections his High Point at Showroom 418 S. Wrenn St. - Swaim Design Center, Floor 1

Christopher Guy’s Dior Mirror Exceptional design, underlining what makes Christopher Guy the world’s most sought after mirror frame collection Christopher Guy’s Fontaine Table Create a sophisticated ambience in a dining room with this round veneer dining table, set on a four-pronged mahogany base with finest detailing

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THE ARTISAN MOVEMENT It’s the ultimate luxury to own something handcrafted by true artisans says Mark Moussa

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believe the resurgence of a particular design or cultural movement is most interesting when it’s being reinterpreted in a new and relevant way. It’s easy to rehash trends, but the most thought-provoking pieces, whether in fashion or design, are created when the essence of the product has actually been reimagined to reflect today’s world with an eye to the future.

Two places I am seeing this is a renaissance of 1970s design and a reinvention of the Artisan movement.

Once dismissed as a decade defined by excess, I’ve seen the 1970s have a major resurgence in contemporary fashion and design in the past few years. As with most things, fashion insiders were the first group to bring back the look and feel of the ‘70s. Iconic design houses like Saint Laurent and Prada sent ‘70s-inspired looks down the runway, signaling a revival. Former 70s staples like fringe, wide-leg trousers and denim were reimagined, creating a domino effect of interest, demand and acceptance.

The mid-century references we have seen dominate modern design for the last several years are now giving way to 1970s influences. Suddenly, we’re seeing graphic patterns on floors, curved furniture and a shift from gold to brass.

It’s no secret that the design community and the public has had an obsession with neutrals. While I appreciate a clean slate, I’m loving the infusion of texture and colour we’re experiencing as well. There’s always a pendulum, and the realignment with 1970s design marks a distinct shift. The ‘70s was a time of boldness and that’s what I’m most excited about - bold interiors, products and architecture, inspired by the ‘70s, but made new and fresh.

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handcrafted, artisanal designs. It’s no longer about cost and convenience. People are willing to pay more for goods and services that are truly one-of-a-kind. From culinary delicacies to handmade accessories, consumers crave authentically sourced products and experiences.

The artisan movement is an influence that I fully embrace and feel very connected to. I have always felt that a luxury brand, no matter the sector, has a role and responsibility in linking their designs back to the craftsmen whose skills they employ and rely on. When I look at our collection, it takes me back to my travels and the people I’ve met along the way. I remember the time and care that each piece has been given sourcing the precise materials and delicately moulding each piece to secure the desired effect. To own something that’s been handcrafted by true artisans - that’s the ultimate luxury.

As a designer who works closely with the craftsmen, I value how these items speak to personal and cultural narratives.

India, my favorite country to travel to, is one of the most ‘hand-skilled’ countries in the world, employing millions of artisans across the nation. Despite its entrepreneurial spirit, this region is predominantly rural and remains largely un-corporatized, maintaining the essence of what true artisan culture is all about–focusing on handcrafted skills and ingenuity and the wider narratives of the cultures that inspire them. I encourage all of you to seek out products that celebrate craft traditions. It will give your rooms and life a layer of art and humanity.

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