The Greek Key Motif…Both Trendy and Timeless
In recent posts, I have written about design trends we observed while visiting the High Point Furniture Market. The Greek key pattern has always been associated with the world of fine art and ancient sculpture and is quickly becoming one of the most sought after...
Spring Furniture Market Blooms with Color and Ideas
This spring market had an air of excitement and optimism that was indeed contagious. As a matter of fact, my associates and I are in the process of planning ways to redesign the showroom and design center to reflect some of the exciting trends we observed. ...
Spring Forward with Market Trends 2013
I am delighted to report that the Spring Furniture Market in High Point is blooming with a new crop of colors. As always, when my staff plans our annual market visit, we include the local, quality brands we know and love. Pearson, Miles Talbott/Michael Thomas,...
Purchase Locally: Quality and Service are closer than You Think
As I make preparations to attend the Spring High Point Furniture Market to purchase new inventory, I can’t help but reflect on our economy. I try to be loyal to my vendors just as my customers and clients have been loyal to me. Although things have been tough,...
Don’t Be Afraid To “Go With the Faux”
This month I would like to dispel a myth. Someone was recently visiting my retail shoppe and interior design center and commented that they loved all the different faux finishes on the walls and would love to put some faux finishing in their home, but they had heard...
Renew Your Romance, Louis Armstrong Style!
Every year we start thinking of Valentine’s Day the day after all the Christmas ornaments are removed from the store. Love and romance are the first words that come to mind when we begin decorating the store. Like many of the lyrics from Louie Armstrong’s It’s a...
New Year, New Home
Thankfully, building and home values are at long last on the rise. Perhaps 2013 is the time to reinvest in your nest. While your family may not be ready to sell, it’s never too late to begin to update your home. Not only will a remodel increase the value of your...
Restful, Blissful Retreat
Hopefully, this special season finds you and your family nestled all snug in your beds. As you take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, take a look around your bedroom. Is it a place you can settle in for a really relaxing long winter’s nap? ...
Setting a Table Full of Family Traditions
As the holidays approach, we often find ourselves in a mad scramble working to create the perfect family celebration. These days there are fewer times that families can actually sit down together for a meal making it important to treat these occasions as celebrations....