Sizzle Sale 2026
It's hard to believe this is our 3rd Summer Sizzle Sale. And each year, while the goods change and we attract new furniture adventurers, what remains is that our Sale is the place to find quality furniture at a very good discount. Participating brands are respected, many of them are top in their category - like upholstery, lighting, textiles, furniture,
The Educators Exchange
The HPxD Foundation is partnering with High Point Schools Partnership on Educator Exchange: Pathways to the Design & Home Furnishings Industry, a new immersive initiative that introduces educators to industry professionals, inviting then into factories, studios and showrooms, and expanding their awareness around the multitude of career opportunities in and around High Point. “We often talk about the importance of attracting
Spring 2026 Market Trends
Spring Market felt fresh and joyful—smiling faces, genuine hugs, bright spring fashion, and showrooms alive with color, pattern, and a spirit of newness. With inspiring moments still fresh in my mind and a few coveted pieces, here are a few trends and highlights that emerged during Spring High Point Market 2026. COLOR HIGHLIGHTS Blue was unquestionably leading the color story of Market,
Design at the Gate
The moment you step off the plane at Piedmont Triad International Airport—before you reach baggage claim, before you grab a rental car—you meet design. If you’re one of the two million travelers who passed through PTI, you’ve seen it: monumental wood consoles carved from tree roots, cavernous onyx bowls, life-size wire figures, and the sculptural seatbelt chair. The eye wanders over
Hibernation Chic
As temperatures dip, design takes a deep breath. Light softens, hearths glow, texture reigns, and rooms start whispering, “stay awhile.” Call it Hibernation Chic—an elevated approach to coziness that makes slowing down and staying in look (and feel) incredibly good. Above image: Romy Sofa, Sunpan That timeless adage, bring the outdoors in, still applies—but the palette shifts as the landscape does. Brighter
Designing Wellbeing: A beginner’s guide to biophilic design
We're currently planning a conference called Designing Wellbeing which is about how beauty, nature, and thoughtful design can improve human health. This topic has been sparking lively conversations within the architecture and design community—and what’s really exciting is that medical professionals are leaning into it too. Through research, case studies, and real-world trials, science is proving what many of us instinctively
Winter (Sale) is Coming!
February 5 - 8, 2025, HPxD and our wonderful brand partner brands are hosting High Point's 2nd Winter Blast Warehouse and Showroom Sample Sale. Over 30 brands are participating this February. The way it works is that some sales are only open to the trade which means working design professionals, hospitality professionals, decorators, stagers, etc. Other sales are open to all,
The Hunt for Antiques is Serious at High Point Market
At the upcoming High Point Market, antique dealers will unveil new troves of old things sparkling with past-life karma. These one of a kind pieces are often the thing that energizes a room and gives it story, quirk and soul. Get to know these six antique dealing HPxD members who unload containers throughou the year. CHELSEA ON GREEN | 515 W. Green
For the Love of Vintage
The High Point Market Authority (HPMA) announces “Vintage Vibes,” its first-ever event to showcase the vast offering of antiques, vintage and one-of-kind furnishings available at High Point Market, taking place on Friday, Oct. 13, from 3 to 6 pm. “This season’s special event spotlights a number of resources for discovering the unique furnishings and decor items that designers source to create