High Point Furniture Show

Its that time again for the 2011 Spring High Point Furniture Show. The High Point market is to home furnishings what New York fashion week is to the world of fashion. After the hard long winter my soul is needing some southern sunshine and design inspiration so I am especially excited to attend this year. High Point is a host to thousands of national and international guests. From emerging companies showing their brand new products to buyers scouting the latest and greatest design and furniture. This show is thee place to be for all lovers of interior design.

This one building is just one of the many that cater to 1000's of furniture makers, art, accessories, rugs, and the list goes on. I will be posting my favorite new trends and new pieces that will soon be hitting our 'Crimson' boutique in downtown Columbus.

Reclaimed, Recycled, Refurbished

Mixing the old with the new was definitely still the trend at the furniture show at High Point. At times I felt like I was transported back to an oh so "tres chic" European farmhouse. I was like a kid in a candy shop imagining all the possibilities for these delicious objects and where they would be laid to rest.

I can just see the kitchens that these cutting boards were used in and what a great display they now make. Do you have a collection you have had for years and don't know what to do with it? Start getting creative. Hang them on a wall, arrange symmetrically on a bookcase, or re-purpose in a fresh new way.

I fell in love with this serpentine console. It's absolutely great for small spaces, and by adding the ottomans you can create additional seating.

Layering these mirrors in front of one another adds interest. I love how recycled wood is used to make new mirrors.

The beauty of this table is that the more use and distressing it gets the better it looks. It's great for those family rooms that get a lot of use and will give you no worries with your children beating on it.

Mixing the metal with this reclaimed wood top gives it a fresh new look. I dig the wheels!

All these pieces arranged on this charcoal wall really make a lasting impression. Start by shopping at those deserted antique shops or flea markets. Even at your local thrift store you can find an interesting object that needs a new home. I would love to see what you are collecting or re-purposing. Send your photos to cheryl@crimsondesigngroup.com

Day 4 brings so much more

I have never seen this company before, but it's so whimsical and fun. The showroom was a feast for the eyes! The wall art, pillows, and lighted signs pictured here are great for a kids room, a bright porch, guest bedroom, lake house or just for fun. They have a wide range of canvases from botanicals to vintage circus motifs. The pillows were just as fun and came in euro, bolsters, and 18" squares.

Design Legacy

The lovey banquette would look great in a restaurant. I love the wide brown and white stripe. Many colors can be used as an accent with this very neutral stripe.

Day 2 in High Point

Turquoise

Blue-greens were definitely the theme of my day today at the High Point Furniture Show.

Global Views

http://wesleyhall.com/

I also love the large white carved frame leaning against the wall

Art and accessories really pop off of this ocean blue wall

I love the beautifully painted tables used as nightstands

http://centuryfurniture.com/

The fabric on the headboard is one of my favorite patterns

The pillows really work well with the orange and gilded gold

Check out the latest Elle Decor. Look at their highlight on this trend

http://www.elledecor.com/decorating/articles/trend-alert-turquoise

Day 1 at High Point

Splashes of Color

Yellow leather....Love it!

These stripes are lovely!!

The most memorable showrooms I viewed today were the rooms with lots of color. Turquoise is still hot! It's seen paired with a fresh pear green, chocolate brown and tangerine. The combination has given us inspiration for the new design of a comfortable family room.

Other colors we loved were orange and coral.

Pink! Fresh!

Tangerine....and charcoal? It actually works.

I love the large over-scale ottomans shown in the above pictures. The detail in the upholstery has really stood out; everything from a multi-pleated skirt to an upholstered nail head trim. Special favorites are all of the contrast-lined box pleats on skirted chairs. Can't wait to see what tomorrow brings. I have many rooms designed off of the inspirations found today.