High Point Market takes place October 26 to 30. Get a head start with these market tours. For more, check out BOH’s Designer’s Guide to High Point Market.
Future of Design Expo: Designing for Neurodiversity
9 a.m.–4:30 p.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
Science in Design Academy hosts its inaugural immersive workshop, with sessions on how design concepts can transform interior spaces to better support diverse needs and how human biology influences behavior, emotions and well-being. (5 CEU) RSVP here.
Designer Brew: High Point Welcome Party
12 p.m.–5 p.m. | Hudson Valley Lighting Group, Market Square, M-70, M-90, M-97 & M-99
Toast to the start of an exciting Fall Market season with a festive afternoon of craft beer flights, gourmet bites and exciting giveaways, as well as guided showroom tours (at 12 p.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.) led by the HVLG product design and strategy teams, who showcase the latest trends and innovations in lighting. RSVP here.
Eye on Antiques
1 p.m.–3 p.m. | Chelsea on Green, 515 W. Green Drive, 1st Floor
Thom Filicia shares his views on how to integrate antiques into projects at all levels, in a conversation moderated by art and antiques dealer Heather Karlie Vieira.
Market 101 Live!
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | The Point
Discover how to make the most of your time at High Point with insider tips from Market veterans—including Pearl Collective co-founder Erin Weir and designers Gina Hicks, Asha Maxey and DuVäl Reynolds—who share their secrets to navigating the show efficiently and effectively, in a panel moderated by A New Day Creative Communications & Marketing CEO Dawn Brinson.
The Psychology of Selling Luxury
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
Designer Tracee Murphy shares the blueprint to attracting the high-end client and the psychology of selling in the luxury space, outlining the key ingredients to building lasting relationships with wealthy clients. (1 CEU) RSVP here.
Wellness at Home: Materials Matter
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | 313 Space, 313 S. Centennial St.
Uncover five key materials that foster healthier homes with Jonsara Ruth, co-founder and design director of Healthy Materials Lab at Parsons School of Design, as she leads a discussion on their critical role in creating optimal living environments.
The Odette Antique Insider Tour
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Odette, 100 N. Centennial St.
Grab a cocktail and learn how to seamlessly incorporate beautiful treasures into modern interiors: Toma Clark Haines of The Antiques Diva, Margaret Schwartz of Modern Antiquarian and Julia Reinert of MB Public Relations give a tour of Odette’s antique collection, sharing the origins, history and unique stories behind pieces sourced from design capitals around the world.
Growing Together: A Dialogue with Designers on Forming Strong Manufacturer Relationships
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, 3rd Floor
Hooker Furnishings creative director Caroline Hipple and Savour Partnership principal Leslie Carothers discuss how designers and manufacturers can forge stronger partnerships. Learn how to vet a manufacturer and ensure you get the best pricing, and contribute to a conversation about the tools, products, technology and support designers are looking for from furniture brands.
Bonsai with Brownlee Currey
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Currey & Company, IHFC, M-110
Captivated by the bonsai collection that punctuates the Currey & Company showroom? Company CEO Brownlee Currey leads a walkthrough to showcase the design and care of the beguiling miniature trees.
Designing for Different Generations
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Universal Furniture, 101 S. Hamilton St.
Designers Jennifer Ward-Woods, Barbara Elliott, Lynne Marvin Lawson and Laura Outland share marketing ideas that resonate with clients of all ages, and offer a fresh perspective on lifestyle trends that impact clients across generations. RSVP here.
Abner Henry x Sasha Bikoff Champagne Toast
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Abner Henry, 214 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive
Abner Henry unveils the second iteration of its partnership with designer Sasha Bikoff—an unexpected blend of Amish tradition and New York chic. RSVP here.
Branding like a Boss
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Caracole, 122-C N. Hamilton St.
What does a successful brand look like in today’s world? The Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully explores the challenges of building a signature brand, with the help of Caracole president Alessandro Fabrini (who previously held leadership roles at iconic luxury operations Bulgari, Gucci and Aerin), as well as designers Vanessa DeLeon, Kate O’Hara and Ryan Saghian. Cocktails to follow on the Caracole rooftop.
Meet & Greet with Hickory Chair Design Partners
5 p.m.–6:30 p.m. | Hickory Chair, 200 N. Hamilton St., Suite 300
Enjoy lively conversation and cocktails with Hickory Chair design partners Suzanne Kasler, Ray Booth, David Phoenix, Kim Scodro, and Susan and Katharine Hable.