Wondering how to make the most of your Market experience? Our editors compiled a curated selection of can’t-miss designer events. 

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15

Opening Day at Antique & Design Center
9 a.m.–6 p.m. | Antique & Design Center
Discover the freshest finds when doors open. A complimentary Southern barbecue lunch will keep you fueled for a full day of treasure hunting—then stay into the evening for culinary delights and live music with EMSM Jazz Trio.

Amadi Collective Preview and Cocktail Reception
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Amadi Collective
Get an exclusive first look at the new Amadi Collective showroom and its curated lineup of independent textile and home brands. RSVP here

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16

Threads Soft Goods Pillow Pop-Up
9 a.m.–6 p.m. | Currey & Company, IHFC Main, M-110
The TSG pillow pop-up returns to the Currey showroom this fall with a comprehensive offering that embraces the richness of collecting, layering and discovering.

The New Rules of Color
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Unique Kitchens & Baths, 313.Space, A-03
Color is back, but the rules have changed. Designers Dawn Heuer, Amy Zolin and Kristin Harrison join Chasing Paper founder Elizabeth Rees to discuss what feels fresh, the shifting definition of “neutral,” and how clients are getting bolder (or not) in a panel moderated by House Beautiful’s Carisha Swanson. Light brunch to follow.

Bridget Beari Color Rules Book Signing
11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Amadi Collective
Author and designer Susan Jamieson shares the award-winning “rules” for using color with confidence, creativity and purpose from Bridget Beari Color Rules: A Guide to Choosing and Using Color at Home.

Mothers, Daughters and the Business of Legacy
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Feizy Rugs, 309 N. Hamilton St.
Two remarkable mother-daughter duos—Adriana Hoyos and Andrea Peréz Hoyos, and Alejandra Ochoa de Thompson and Alejandra Thompson de Jordan—share what it truly means to build a brand across generations.

The Psychology of Luxury
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Universal Furniture
Designer and coach Tracee Murphy breaks down why clients buy, what creates resistance, and how to build trust. Discover how emotional intelligence, empathy and behavioral psychology can help you communicate value more effectively, navigate money conversations with confidence, and create stronger client relationships.

“Get Your Story Straight” Messaging Workshop
2:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. | Feizy Rugs, 309 N. Hamilton St.
Learn how to clarify what you do—and why it matters—in this workshop with brand strategist Ericka Saurit. Leave with sharper language for your website, proposals and social content, plus the ability to communicate your value with greater authority. RSVP: here. 

Beyond Color Book Signing
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Visual Comfort, Commerce & Design Bldg., Suite 2A
Celebrate the versatility of white with Frederic’s Isabel Molster at a signing of her new book, Beyond Color: White Interiors from Simple to Sublime. First 100 guests receive a signed copy.

Beyond the Next Project: How Do You Grow?
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Kathy Kuo Home, IHFC, IH-301
Designer and Kathy Kuo Home founder Kathy Kuo talks shop with former Nike and Estée Lauder marketing executive Swan Sit. The question: If you can only take on a certain number of clients, what’s next? They’ll cover using AI, building scale, branding and more. RSVP here. 

The Stories Behind the Designs
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Hickory Chair, 200 N. Hamilton St., 3rd Floor
Dear Alice podcast hosts Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall sit down with Ray Booth, Susan Hable and David Phoenix, who share insights on the creative process behind developing timeless furnishings that invite customization for Hickory Chair. RSVP here. 

HPMKT Documentary Preview
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | High Point Theatre
Get a sneak peek at the documentary about High Point Market, created in partnership with the University of North Carolina School of the Arts—it’s currently in production and set to debut in 2027.

Bonsai with Brownlee Currey
4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. | Currey & Company, IHFC Main, M-110
It’s a Market tradition: Currey & Company CEO Brownlee Currey hosts the ninth edition of his workshop, demonstrating how to cultivate a bonsai—from selecting a seedling to preparing and potting it—and teaching care and maintenance basics.

How to Break into TV and Streaming Content
4 p.m.–5:30 p.m. | Bernhardt
On-camera experts Brian Patrick Flynn, Jason Harris, Taniya Nayak and Mikel Welch talk with industry consultant Cheminne Taylor-Smith about on-point tips for becoming a star on any screen—whether your goal is using video for marketing or breaking into TV.

Camp Norwalk Welcome Party
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Norwalk, IHFC Main, M-108
Trade the Market hustle for a seat by the “fire” at Camp Norwalk, where you’ll find a fresh take on a classic style that mixes preppy pattern, rich color and collected character with a modern point of view. Enjoy cocktails, s’mores and a playful dose of old-school nostalgia while discovering the brand’s latest introductions—no bug spray required.

High Vibe Design Book Signing
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Abner Henry
Celebrate the launch of designer Sasha Bikoff’s first book, High Vibe Design: Redefining Maximalism, which features her vibrant, layered and deeply personal interiors.

Lancaster 40th Anniversary Celebration
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Lancaster
Raise a glass as Lancaster founder and president Bill Lancaster toasts to the company’s 40-year legacy of handcrafted designer upholstery made in High Point, North Carolina. RSV here. 

Martinis & Mahjong with Nellie Howard
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Sherrill Furniture Brands, 2nd Floor
Discover a fresh take on gracious entertaining with Nellie Howard as you sip martinis and get a first look at the new Mr. & Mrs. Howard game table. Enter for a chance to take home a selection of mahjong-inspired prizes.

How Color Shapes the Customer Experience
4 p.m.–7 p.m. | Trica, 220 Elm, Suite 406
Trica and BDI host an engaging evening centered on the business of color, including a presentation from color strategist Marie-Chantal Milette that explores how hues impact perception and influence purchasing decisions. RSVP here. 

Kincaid’s New Showroom Celebration
5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Kincaid Custom Upholstery, 311 N. Hamilton St.
Join Kincaid Custom Upholstery as the company cuts the ribbon on its new showroom in the heart of the Hamilton Wrenn design district.

Schoolhouse Launch Party
5 p.m.–8 p.m. | Pandora’s Manor, 407 W. High Ave.
Welcome the Schoolhouse brand to High Point Market as it joins the Hudson Valley Lighting Group family.

Theodore Alexander’s 30th Anniversary Party
5 p.m.–8 p.m.| Theodore Alexander
Dance the night away and celebrate three decades of Theodore Alexander with AD Pro senior editor Mel Studach and designers Alexa Hampton, Rasheeda Gray and Lisa Shaffer. RSVP here. 

The Ticking Tent Shopping Preview
5 p.m.–8 p.m. | 313.Space, Moroccan Courtyard
Be the first to peruse the booths of antiques dealers, independent artisans and design-led brands as The Ticking Tent makes its Market debut Tickets: $50 in advance or $60 at the door. RSVP here. 

Rowe’s 80th Anniversary Welcome Party
6 p.m.–9 p.m. | Rowe, Showplace, Suite 1100
Good company has always been at the heart of Rowe’s philosophy. Celebrate the brand’s 80th with an evening of friendship, cocktails, heavy hors d’oeuvres by Southern Roots, live music, a vintage photo booth, and limited-edition keepsakes.

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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17

No Filter: Where Is the Design Industry Actually Going?
9 a.m.–10 a.m. | Kathy Kuo Home, IHFC, IH-301
The Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully sits down with Kathy Kuo and Elle Decor head of editorial content Elisa Lipsky-Karasz to answer designers’ pressing questions about media today: Where does visibility come from? Does getting published still matter? And where’s the industry going next? RSVP here. 

The New Classic Home Book Signing
9:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Suite 301
Celebrate the debut of the Paloma Contreras collection for L&M Custom Carpets with brunch and a signing of the designer’s monograph The New Classic Home.

3 Profit Shifts for Highly Profitable Businesses
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Universal Furniture
Busy does not always mean profitable. Many firm principals reach a point where their calendars are full, yet their profits fail to reflect the value they create. Design business strategist Melissa Galt reveals where revenue is quietly being constrained; why ideal clients are often lost before a proposal is ever presented; and the business model shift that allows firms to increase profitability.

Behind the Beautiful Feed
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
To get a better look at how leading firms manage client expectations while leveraging social media as a marketing tool, The Peak of Chic blogger Jennifer Boles talks with designers Lori Paranjape, Megan Molten, Monet Masters and Tavia Forbes about balancing a strong online presence with transparent discussions about budgets, timelines, and the realities of executing great design.

Designed to Endure: Rethinking Longevity in the Modern Bath
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
The best baths are built around finishes clients will want to live with for decades, not decorated for a trend cycle. Business of Home editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen hosts a lively conversation with Beth Dotolo of Pulp Design Studios, Laetitia Laurent of Laure Nell Interiors, Newport Brass vice president of luxury Barb Fuller, and James Martin Vanities president Pam Durkin to discuss the true meaning of luxury and longevity. Discover how designers are specifying investment pieces for the bathroom, and how to guide clients through the buying process.

The Luxury Client Standard
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Natuzzi Americas Inc., Casa Italia, 1st Floor
Beautiful work may get the luxury client’s attention, but the experience you deliver is what truly prompts them to trust you. Designers Mel Bean and Missy Walters join Pearl Collective co-founder Erin Weir for a conversation about how successful designers elevate their processes, communications, expertise and services.

Revenue Is Vanity, Profit Is the Point
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Uttermost, IHFC, C-448
For real talk about pricing, margins and making money in design, catch designers Michelle Lynne, Katie Decker-Erickson, Megan Dahle and Sara Carroll as they break down the numbers behind a healthy business—from fees and product margins to overhead, cash flow, and what you actually get to keep. RSVP here. 

What Your Brand Partners Wish You Would Ask For
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | The Point
Designers Jessica Duce and Libby Langdon sit down with Anderson Gibbons of Revolution Fabrics, business coach Claire Jefford, and Ultraviolet Agency’s Jennifer Smiga to talk about how to grow your visibility, strengthen your portfolio and build long-term relationships that align with your aesthetic and values.

AI-Powered Presentations: Faster Workflows, Ethical Foundations
10 a.m.–11:30 a.m. | Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, 3rd Floor
AI for Interior Designers founder Jenna Gaidusek spotlights how designers can use AI to build polished, client-ready visuals in a fraction of the time. She walks through the tools that turn mood boards, product selections and design concepts into beautiful presentations in minutes—while keeping your integrity at the center.

My Rowe Design Mixer
10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Rowe, Showplace, Suite 1100
Celebrate this season’s My Rowe designers—Kathy Kuo of Kathy Kuo Home, Sarah Brady of Salt Design Co., and Tess Twiehaus of Tess Interiors—as you explore their curated spaces in the Rowe showroom while connecting with fellow designers over drinks and a savory biscuit bar.

Where Couture Meets Curated Interiors
11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Adriana Hoyos, Hamilton Place, 2nd Floor
Adriana Hoyos and Andrea Peréz Hoyos join designers Stephanie Larsen, Isabel Ladd and Don Ricardo Massenburg to discuss the intimate relationship between haute couture and high-end home interiors. In a panel moderated by Alena Capra, they explain how to decode a client’s style to inform selections, then translate the meticulous detailing of luxury goods into bespoke furnishings. RSVP here. 

Hardware and Hue, Live with Buster + Punch
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Showplace Walkway
Tonester founder Tony Piloseno leads a paint-mixing activation, creating bespoke colors to complement Buster + Punch’s signature solid-metal finishes.

The Reality of Editorial Photography and Styling
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
Sharpen your eye and see interiors through a new lens with Traditional Home style and design editor Krissa Rossbund as she moderates a conversation with designers Benjamin Johnston, Lisa Mende, Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller on the art and strategy of photo-shoot styling.

The Evolving Language of American Design
12 p.m.–1 p.m. | Antique & Design Center
The Cottage Journal editor in chief Ben Ashby leads designers Michel Smith Boyd and Max Humphrey in a thoughtful discussion exploring how history, craftsmanship and collecting continue to shape the evolving language of American design.

The Business Value of Confidential Projects
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Feizy Rugs, 309 N. Hamilton St.
As more high-profile and high-net-worth clients require nondisclosure agreements or request complete privacy, designers must learn how to balance confidentiality with business growth. High Point x Design managing director Jane Dagmi talks to designers Claudine Roberts, Shannon McGough and Melissa Oholendt about building a reputation through trust and referrals, leveraging discretion as a competitive advantage, and marketing your expertise without revealing client work.

The Evolution of Luxury & Craftsmanship
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Unique Kitchens & Baths, 313.Space, A-03
How should designers and brands communicate value to today’s clients? Rue editorial director Kelli Lamb explores how the definition of luxury has shifted, in a conversation with designer Molly Kidd, Everhem co-founder Haley Weidenbaum, District Loom founder and CEO Heather Cade, and luxury builder Ethan Kennon. Light lunch to follow. RSVP here. 

Made at Market: Live Chair Build and Chainstitch with Crypton at Huntington House
1 p.m.–3 p.m. | Huntington House
Watch a skilled craftsman build a Huntington House chair and upholster it in Crypton Home fabric, then make your own chainstitch embroidery on a Crypton tote bag. Sip cocktails, catch Crypton performance demos, and enter for a chance to take home the finished chair.

The Human Edge in Design’s New Era
1:30 p.m.–2:30 p.m. | Regina Andrew, IHFC, IH-006
AI has made generation abundant—renderings, layouts, sourcing lists, and options without end. But a great room was never about how much you could create. Instead, it’s about the taste, trust and connection that technology can’t replicate. Learn what will continue to set great designers apart, with insights from Next Generation Growth CEO Nora Gomez and designers Stacy Garcia, Kyle Hayes and Caroline Stevenson. RSVP here. 

Designing the Personality-Driven Kitchen
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
Bold color is one of the key movements in NKBA’s 2027 “Kitchen Trends” report. What does that mean in practice? Designers Sarah Robertson and Richard Anuszkiewicz join True Caliber sales and marketing manager Andrew Shead and Sherwin-Williams director of color marketing Sue Wadden for a talk with Traditional Home editor in chief Jill Waage about specifying vibrant hues.

Nobody Told Me This Was Part of the Job
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | The Point
One of the often unspoken realities of building a successful design career: Getting clients requires the ability to clearly talk about your work. Designers Nicole Culler, Reed Humphrey, Jennifer Hutton and Jessica Duce share hard-earned wisdom about articulating a firm’s value.

The Opportunity Gap
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Fairfield Chair Co., 200 N. Hamilton St., Suite 100
Not every great design business is built on million-dollar projects. Pearl Collective co-founder Gail Doby challenges common misconceptions about what drives profitability. She joins designers Christopher Todd, Heather Peterson and Sara Malek Barney to explore how to build a firm that supports long-term success.

The New Rules of Outdoor Design
2 p.m.–3:30 p.m. | 313.Space, Suite 201
What’s next for outdoor design? Design journalist Jami Supsic discusses the emerging shifts reshaping how we design, furnish and live outside, with Dedon’s Nicole Ciminera, Gloster’s Katie Stamaris, Loll Designs’s Brian King and Sunbrella’s Sarah Dooley.

The Final Layer: Styling for the Perfect Shot
2 p.m.–4 p.m. | Accent Decor, IHFC, D-201, D-202 & D-246
A space isn’t finished just because the furniture is placed. Giulietta Pinna of Limonata, Keyanna Bowen of East + Lane, and Alyssa Cassatto of Accent Decor talk about the art of the final layer—and how thoughtful touches transform a completed design into an editorial-worthy space—with moderator Fiona Sanipelli of DesignSpec.

Fearless by Design
2:30 p.m.–4 p.m. | Feizy Rugs, 309 N. Hamilton St.
Beth Dotolo and Carolina Gentry of Pulp Design Studios sit down with designer, author, product designer and television personality Thom Filicia for a conversation about designing fearlessly. From trusting your instincts and pushing creative boundaries to embracing bold choices and developing a point of view, they share their approach to creating interiors with confidence, personality, and a little unexpected edge. Book signing of Fearless Design: Interiors from Pulp Design Studios to follow.

The Art of a Joyful Home with Amber Guyton
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Regina Andrew, IHFC, IH-006
In a dynamic fireside chat with Rue editorial director Kelli Lamb, Blessed Little Bungalow founder Amber Guyton shares her journey from corporate professional to designer and content creator. They discuss what it took to build a powerful personal brand, cultivate an engaged audience, and transform her platform into a thriving, multidimensional business. Book signing of Guyton’s recently released Soulful Maximalism to follow. RSVP here. 

Evolution of the Home: The Consumer Shifts Reshaping Design, and What It Means for Your Business
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | High Point Theatre
Get a first look at industry data that could transform your business in this exclusive discussion of groundbreaking research that explores the evolving relationship between kitchen and bath professionals, interior designers and the home furnishings industry. Business of Home editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen leads a conversation with Bill Darcy, global president and CEO of the National Kitchen & Bath Association, and Tammy Covington, president and CEO of High Point Market Authority, as they reveal key findings from the NKBA and HPMA’s new “Whole-Home Design Study.” They examine how design professionals are collaborating across disciplines, where opportunities for growth exist, and how changing consumer expectations are reshaping residential design. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

Full Spectrum Book Signing
3 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | Theodore Alexander
Photographer Douglas Friedman joins stylist and editor Parker Bowie Larson to discuss his newly released Full Spectrum: Interiors & Portraits, and how to capture interiors that bring spaces to life. Book signing to follow. RSVP here. 

Sip Champagne and Celebrate Couture at Kravet
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Kravet, 200 Steele, Suite 117
Come celebrate the launch of Kravet Couture’s new Modern Luxe IV collection. Stop by the champagne cart, then toast to a new lineup of fabrics, wallpaper and furniture designed to dress every room to the nines.

Create Content that Elevates Your Brand
3:30 p.m.–4:30 p.m. | Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, 3rd Floor
Designers know beautiful spaces tell a story—learn how to tell yours through video. Smart-phone photographer Linda Holt leads a session on mastering Instagram Edits. Discover time-saving tools, and gain the confidence to create engaging content that resonates with clients.

Building a Financial Foundation for Your Business
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Universal Furniture
Strong financial systems are key to a successful design firm. Furniture Today executive editor Cindy Hodnett joins Blair Ryan of The Dove Agency and designers Michelle Lynne and Birgit Klein for a practical look at bookkeeping, job costs, profitability, sales tax and more.

Designing with History
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Sanderson Design Group at Woodbridge Furniture, 200 Steele, Suite 301
How does the past shape the way we design for the present? Join The Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully and designers Marie Flanigan, Anne-Marie Barton and Barry Dixon as they explore the enduring impact of history on contemporary interiors. They share the influences that have shaped their work, how they translate those references for today’s clients, and where they find inspiration for interiors that feel both rooted and fresh.

Mapping the Nervous System of a Project
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Edge34, 1700 W. Green Drive
Designer and neuroaesthetics expert Nicole Baxter leads an interactive workshop exploring how designers, clients and professional partners respond to stress on the job. She explains how to identify specific triggers and recognize when anxiety or reactivity is building, then shares strategies to interrupt those patterns before tension escalates.

Artist Reception: Asheville Meets High Point
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Lancaster
Lancaster toasts to two Asheville, North Carolina–based artists who are spotlighted in the showroom. Discover pieces by Amy Reader, a fiber artist who works with wool, yarn, felt and thread; and abstract impressionist Sally Lordeon, whose paintings feature expressive brushstrokes and subtle veiled forms. RSVP here. 

Design Without Borders and Sip & See
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Chaddock, 200 Steele, Suite 106
Traditional Home style and design editor Krissa Rossbund explores the many ways that American design draws from the world, in a panel with Sourcing Africa founder Bruce MacDonald and designers Ellie Christopher, Brooke Kelly and Allison Paladino. Cocktails, live music and a tour of Paladino’s new collection with Chaddock to follow.

Pop, Pour, Welcome!
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | The MT Company, 311 N. Hamilton St., 1st Floor
Celebrate the grand opening of The MT Company’s new showroom with an afternoon of live music, champagne and hors d’oeuvres.

Golden Hour Grand Opening
4:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m. | Kichler
Celebrate the grand opening of the Kichler Boutique at High Point Market. As the golden hour sets in, enjoy cocktails, light bites, and a special aura energy reading in a beautiful setting designed to inspire.

Windsor Smith: From Inspiration to Collection
5 p.m.–6 p.m. | Century Furniture, 200 Steele, Suite 213
Windsor Smith speaks with Luxe Interiors + Design editor in chief Jill Cohen about the inspiration, ideas and creative process behind her new Anthelion collection for Century. Launch party to follow.

Bold & Iconic Cocktail Party
5 p.m.–7 p.m. | Eichholtz
Raise a glass to Bold & Iconic, the latest collection from Eichholtz. Enjoy cocktails and conversation while discovering the dynamic new designs.

NKBA Cocktail Reception
5:30 p.m.–7 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
Join the National Kitchen & Bath Association and leading kitchen and bath brands as they toast to Fall Market on the design hub’s stunning outdoor terrace.

Bernhardt’s Iconic Market Celebration
6 p.m.–10 p.m. | Bernhardt
Bernhardt hosts the party of the season—an unforgettable evening of cocktails, cuisine, music and dancing in a high-energy atmosphere designed to inspire.

Live Music at Center Stage: Rhythm Arcade
7 p.m.–9 p.m. | Center Stage
HPMA welcomes Rhythm Arcade and opening act Circus EVO. A Fall Market pass is required for entry; doors open at 6:30 p.m., with early entry for buyers at 6:15 p.m. Complimentary food and beverages available.

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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18

Beautiful Work, Clear Boundaries
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Antique & Design Center
Great client relationships begin with clear expectations. In this presentation from Interior Design Business Academy founder Terri Taylor, discover how designers can use their contract to establish professional boundaries, minimize risk, and create a smoother project experience, as well as protect their time, profitability and creative vision.

The Human Advantage: What AI Can’t Replace
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | The Point
As AI continues to reshape the industry, one thing remains irreplaceable: human connection. Designer and coach Tracee Murphy shares insights on how firms can leverage AI to improve efficiency and support creativity without losing the people skills that differentiate exceptional firms.

Procurement as Profit
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Armen Living
ASID CEO Khoi Vo leads a conversation with designers Cat French and Antonio DeLoatch, along with Armen Living director of product development Holly Lightfoot, about using procurement as a strategic revenue stream that creates sustainable value for a firm and its clients.

You Can’t Google Good Design
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Cohab.Space, 1547 W. English Road
As client access to online inspiration continues to grow, designers must compete with their expertise rather than aesthetics. High Point x Design managing director Jane Dagmi, Michael Manes of Cohab.Space, Veronika Miller and Colleen Daugherty of Designhounds, and Sabai co-founder Phantila Phataraprasit explore the powerful differentiators for projects that cannot be replicated by online search.

The Designers’ Table
10 a.m.–1 p.m. | Rowe, Showplace, Suite 1100
Start your Sunday with a meal centered on creativity and connection. Gather with fellow designers over tea-infused mimosas, a curated brunch spread, and a book signing with My Rowe Design alumna Anissa Zajac.

In the Studio with Patrick St Germain
10 a.m.–4 p.m. | Renwil, IHFC, H-203
Meet Renwil’s in-house artist, Patrick St Germain, as he creates live paintings in the showroom, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his creative process and a chance to take home an original piece in the brand’s daily giveaway.

The Perfect Room Book Signing
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Codarus, Broad Hall
Marie Flanigan shares the inspiration behind her new bedding and rug collections, followed by a Q&A. The first 50 attendees will receive a signed copy of her book The Perfect Room: Timeless Designs for Intentional Living.

Beyond the Black Box
11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Eichholtz
The evolving relationship between art, interiors and technology takes center stage in a panel featuring designer Corey Damen Jenkins; Leanne Graeff, general manager of product design for The Met Store and Met Licensing; and Daria Brit Greene, global head of content and curation at Samsung. Furniture Today executive editor Cindy Hodnett moderates as they explore the screen’s evolution from design obstacle to design element; the role art plays in creating a layered room; and how technology can enhance a thoughtfully designed interior.

Why It’s Time to Fall in Love with Color Again
11 a.m.–12 p.m. | Amadi Collective
Designers Isabel Ladd, Susan Jamieson and Bridget Tiek team up to explore the role color plays in their work and how it can shape emotion and spatial perception.

When to Invest in PR and When to Wait
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
Every designer wants more visibility, but not all are ready for a PR firm. Traditional Home style and design editor Krissa Rossbund talks with publicists Melissa Mittag, Christine Phillips and Brendan Von Enck about when PR can accelerate a design business—and when marketing dollars may be better spent elsewhere. They demystify public relations, from securing editorial coverage and building media relationships to maximizing High Point Market connections and measuring ROI.

Colormix Trend Forecast 2027
12 p.m.–1 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
Enjoy lunch on the NKBA terrace as Sherwin-Williams director of color marketing Sue Wadden breaks down the color trends shaping home design for the coming year.

Pink Out Lunch with Alexa Hampton
12 p.m.–2 p.m. | Theodore Alexander
Alexa Hampton brings the design community together for the annual “Pink Out” fundraiser lunch in support of City of Hope and its mission to advance breast cancer research.

The Business Decisions that Drive Growth
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Regina Andrew, IHFC, IH-006
How can you build a more profitable business without compromising creativity or the client experience? Designers Cathy Cherry, Kate O’Hara and Rasheeda Gray share their perspectives on navigating growth, pricing and profitability, in a conversation with Design News Now editor in chief Rachel Fasciani.

Inside the Art of High-End Kitchen Design
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Monogram Appliances, 313.Space, A-10
The kitchen is the heart of the home, but how do you balance editorial style with everyday utility? Designers Jean Stoffer and Richard Anuszkiewicz spill their secrets to high-performance kitchen design—from hidden prep zones to smart spatial flow—and share how to create bespoke spaces that live as beautifully as they look.

Making Your Mark: Minority Designers on Building a Career
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
Nikki Chu sits down with fellow minority designers Swati Goorha, Eve Jean, Cheryl Luckett and Mikel Welch as they share the stories behind their success. They explore industry barriers when it comes to access to capital, client trust, media representation, and navigating homogenous professional networks. They discuss the turning points that helped them advance, and what it takes to build a more accessible design industry.

Gracious Interiors Book Signing
1 p.m.–3 p.m. | Made Goods
Designer Meg Braff signs copies of her new book, Gracious Interiors: Thoughtful Decorating for Beautiful Living, which features pattern-rich spaces that showcase her exuberant approach to classic American design.

A Toast to 10 Years of Ngala Trading
1:30 p.m.–3:30 p.m. | Suites at Market Square, G-6032 & G-6033
Celebrate a decade of Ngala Trading with its founders as they unveil their latest collection of African-made luxury lighting, furnishings and home accessories that reflect the artistry, craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage at the heart of the brand.

Building Your Dream Design Business
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
Designers Christi Barbour of Barbour Spangle Design and Vicky Serany of Southern Studio Interior Design get candid about the grit, growth and guiding values that built their thriving design firms.

How Smart Designers Are Using AI to Attract, Convert & Nurture Their Best Clients
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Universal Furniture
Luxury is built on trust, relationships and exceptional experiences, not automation. Where does AI fit? Pearl Collective co-founder Gail Doby leads a talk on using AI to fill a firm’s pipeline, create sophisticated marketing systems, and nurture premium leads while ensuring the designer’s voice, intuition and personal touch remain irreplaceable for high-net-worth clients.

Lessons Learned and Profits Earned
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Hooker Furnishings, Showplace, 3rd Floor
Three industry pros—Lisa McDennon, Jen Davidson and Shaun Crha—join coach and Design Biz Survival Guide host Rick Campos to discuss personal growth, the path to profitability and their vision for their firms.

The Price Is Right
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | Crystorama, IHFC, H-241
Learn how to set fees that reflect your value, understand your firm’s true costs, establish clear project boundaries, use strategic markups, and stop discounting your expertise, with New Age Consulting founder Julia Nikishina; Tom Stringer Design Partners COO Daniel Paul; The Designers Agency founder Dalia Soles; strategist Brooke Stoll; and Muse Noire founder Ashley Hughes.

Selecting Textiles with Purpose
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | American Leather, Showplace, Suite 5000
Get a crash course in the key factors that influence textile performance—including fiber content, fabric construction and end-use requirements—with Pollack design director Rachel Doriss. Learn how to evaluate different material options, identify critical performance characteristics, and make informed decisions based on the needs of your application.

Petit Fours & Profits
2 p.m.–4 p.m. | Guild Cabinetry, Suites at Market Square, G-6058
Meet Guild Cabinetry, a new American-made, designer-exclusive offering that allows designers to reclaim profit margins when specifying custom cabinetry. Join the company’s founder, Mary Caroline Mumpower of MCM Interior Design, for an inside look at how specifying cabinetry can add meaningful profitability to a design project—with plenty of inspiration, sweet bites and bubbles along the way.

Best in Design Competition: Live at High Point Market
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | High Point Theatre
In a new keynote experience created by Loloi, designers Jeremiah Brent, Amber Lewis and Jean Stoffer join The Business of Home Podcast host Dennis Scully as judges of the inaugural Best in Design contest. Four finalists will present their projects live to vie for the $10,000 grand prize. The judges will evaluate each project for design excellence, creative problem solving, transformation and storytelling before crowning the Best in Design winner live on stage. Doors open at 2:30 p.m.

The Future of Design with Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Margaret Russell
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Bernhardt
What global trends will impact interior design in five, 10, or even 20 years? Industry icons Martyn Lawrence Bullard and Margaret Russell share how designers can find success and inspiration in an era of disruption and challenges to the home business.

Rigor and Rebellion in a Great Design Business
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Monogram Appliances, 313.Space, A-10
Designers Benjamin Johnston, Beth Dotolo and Carolina Gentry explain how their rugged creativity and keen business instincts have fostered thriving practices, in a lively chat about designing a business as boldly as you design a room. Book signing of Johnston’s Refined Interiors and the Pulp Design Studios duo’s Fearless Design to follow.

Thom Filicia x Azzurro Living Launch
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Codarus, Broad Hall
Carisha Swanson, House Beautiful director of editorial special projects, talks with designer Thom Filicia and Azzurro Living vice president of design Brandon Kershner as they unveil their first outdoor collaboration. Hear the story behind the partnership and the inspiration behind the collection, then get a first look at the new pieces.

You Have a Business—Now Build the Brand
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Kathy Kuo Home, IHFC, IH-301
Kathy Kuo goes one-on-one with luxury brand strategist Rachael Johanson for an in-depth conversation about positioning, visibility, where you’re wasting time, and how to turn great work into a brand people actually remember. RSVP here. 

The Art of the Layered Room with Tamara Day
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Huntington House
Designer and TV personality Tamara Day hosts an afternoon of design inspiration, conversation and elevated Southern style at Huntington House.

Practically Magical Party with IDC
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Currey & Company, IHFC Main, M-110
It’s the most spellbinding event at High Point Market: Join Interior Design Community for an afternoon of cocktails, conversation, and a little practical magic. Choose your witch’s hat, find the crystal meant for you, and mingle with industry friends. RSVP here. 

Cocktails & Conversation with the NKBA Design Council
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
Designers and NKBA Design Council members Bobby Berk, Mandy Cheng and Nathan Orsman gather for a conversation about the latest kitchen and bath trends with NKBA chief revenue officer, Geraldine Morrison.

Future-Proof Your Design Firm for AI Search
4 p.m.–5 p.m. | Universal Furniture
AI is changing how homeowners find interior designers. Digital marketing strategist and Ultraviolet Agency CEO Jennifer Smiga leads an interactive workshop on building online authority and increasing visibility in AI search.

Kravet Patio Cocktail Party
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Kravet, 200 Steele, Suite 117
Raise a glass to new furniture introductions across every level of luxury at Kravet’s annual cocktail party.

Pooky Launch Party with Samuel & Sons
5 p.m.–6 p.m. | 313.Space, M-16 & M-17
Toast Pooky’s new partnership with Samuel & Sons with cocktails, conversation, and a celebration of the brand’s playful approach to color and pattern.

DAA Mixer and Awards Presentation
5 p.m.–7 p.m. | The Spinning Room, 410 W. English Road
In its annual awards ceremony, the Diversity Advocacy Alliance presents awards to industry stakeholders who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. This event is open to all Fall Market pass holders; awards presentation starts at 5:45 p.m.

Sunday Garden Party
5 p.m.–7 p.m. | Eichholtz
Wind down the weekend with an intimate gathering in Eichholtz’s backyard garden. Signature European refreshments will be served in a setting designed to inspire.

Live Music at Center Stage: Andy Grammer
7 p.m.–9 p.m. | Center Stage
HPMA welcomes multiplatinum singer-songwriter Andy Grammer. A Fall Market pass is required for entry; doors open at 6:30 p.m., with early entry for buyers at 6:15 p.m.

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MONDAY, OCTOBER 19

3 Secrets to Pricing Furniture for Success
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Universal Furniture
For designers looking to redefine their fee structure for greater profitability, The Designers Collaborative founder Heather McManus shares innovative pricing strategies that keep clients happy while ensuring your profit margins thrive, and explains how to price with confidence to create a more sustainable, successful design business.

The Emotional Kitchen
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
According to NKBA’s 2027 “Kitchen Trends” report, lighting is quickly becoming the most powerful design tool in the kitchen, shaping mood, comfort, and how a space actually feels to live in. Designers Taniya Nayak and Marie Cloud join Maxim Lighting COO Naomi Sperling and Luxe Interiors + Design senior market editor Sarah Shelton to talk about layering ambient, task and statement fixtures to create kitchens that engage the senses.

The Inside Stories Franchise: A New Revenue Stream for Design Firms
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | The Point
As demand grows for attainable, flexible interior design services, many firms are asking the same question: How do you grow without adding significant overhead or overwhelming your team? Inside Stories founder and CEO Miranda Cullen shares the vision behind the firm’s innovative franchise model, which is designed to complement established design firms and independent designers. Discover how this model expands revenue, increases client capacity and creates new growth opportunities—all while preserving the creativity, quality and personalized service that define great design. Complimentary lunch to follow.

Legal Decisions Inside Live Projects
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Regina Andrew, IHFC, IH-006
Design work runs on constant decisions about scope, responsibility and client expectations. Lisa Shaffer and Alex Kearney of design firm Lisa & Leroy sit down with attorney Wendy Estela, who works closely with creative businesses, to explore the challenging situations designers face. They discuss managing scope creep, how deposits and retainers function once work is underway, how payment timing shapes project pace, what happens when clients make purchases outside approved selections, when to document a change before moving forward, and more. RSVP here. 

Strong Operations to Unlock Creativity
10 a.m.–11 a.m. | Suites at Market Square, T-1022
The designers doing the most creative work aren’t the ones with the most freedom; they’re the ones with the strongest systems. Materio co-founder and CEO Mary Beth Chau moderates a conversation with designers Ali Faulkner of AEF Interiors and Jamie Gasparovic of Studio Gaspo—two principals who have built the operational infrastructure that gives their creativity room to breathe—to unpack how streamlining your project delivery, client communication and back-end workflows protects your design vision.

“A Taste of Home” Pie Social
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Villa & House, IHFC, IH-510, IH-607, IH-609 & IH-610
Everything’s better with pie. Villa & House celebrates its 25th anniversary with the delicious creations of Dot & Pearl’s Bakery, a local favorite known for its traditional methods and time-honored recipes.

Star Style Book Signing
11 a.m.–1 p.m. | Amadi Collective
Designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard hosts brunch and a signing of his book Star Style. Known for his glamorous interiors and iconic celebrity clientele, Bullard brings his signature point of view to Amadi Collective for a lively Market morning of design, conversation and inspiration. RSVP here. 

Function Is the New Luxury
12 p.m.–1 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
A step drawer that appears exactly when you need it, an oven that won’t let dinner burn—the NKBA 2027 “Kitchen Trends” report calls this “the purpose-built kitchen,” where small but impactful features add up to meaningful everyday function. In a panel moderated by House Beautiful director of editorial special projects Carisha Swanson, designers Benjamin Johnston and Lisa Hynes join Fabuwood creative director Kerrie Kelly and Miele director of A&D development Briana Ryan to get specific about the details that make a kitchen work harder, all without asking more of the person using it.

Good Company with Design Influencers Conference
12 p.m.–2 p.m. | Currey & Company, IHFC Main, M-110
Kate O’Hara and Nicole Heymer of the Design Influencers Conference invite designers and design media to a get-together with valuable industry conversations and connections amid the latest product introductions from Currey & Company—consider it a first look at what’s in store for the 2027 conference in Atlanta. RSVP here. 

Creating Showhouse-Worthy Spaces
1 p.m.–2 p.m. | Monogram Appliances, 313.Space, A-10
Seasoned showhouse designers Arianne Bellizaire, Lisa Mende and Allison Paladino share advice on maximizing secondary spaces, with design journalist Sophie Donelson. Discover how to turn a foyer, powder room or bedroom into the main character of a home—and turn a design challenge into a career opportunity.

Elevating the Kitchen’s Power Zones
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | NKBA/KBIS, Broad Hall, 1st Floor
In the kitchen, the range and the sink are focal points as well as central workhorses. Designer Jaque Bethke speaks with BlueStar national trade marketing manager Shae Wilder and Blanco North America senior vice president of sales and customer experience Jeanne Dahlen to highlight key findings about the “purpose-built kitchen” from the NKBA 2027 “Kitchen Trends” report—exploring how materials, configuration and smart workstation design turn the room’s hardest-working zones into some of its most expressive moments.

Style Spotters Trend Panel
2 p.m.–3 p.m. | The Point
Recap the trends, materials and colors shaping the home furnishings debuting this fall with High Point Market’s 2026 Style Spotters—Rhobin DelaCruz, Juliana Ewer, Amber Guyton, Kathy Kuo and Isabel Ladd—in a conversation moderated by Style Spotters alum Stacy Garcia.

Sean Lavin Meet & Greet
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Visual Comfort, Commerce & Design Building, Suite 2A
Experience a new chapter in Visual Comfort chief design officer Sean Lavin’s work as he shares his latest designs for the Signature Collection in an illuminating meet and greet. The first 100 guests receive a custom sketch set.

Pricing Without Pushback
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Regina Andrew, IHFC, IH-006
Pricing is one of the hardest conversations in interior design—and one of the most misunderstood. In this panel, designers Claire Jefford, Jessica Duce, Nicole Heymer and Sarah Daniele reveal how to avoid client pushback by building trust, no matter which pricing model you use. Leave with three concrete strategies you can use in your very next client conversation. RSVP here. 

Women at Home in Tech Meetup and Happy Hour
3 p.m.–4 p.m. | Amadi Collective
Join Women at Home in Tech—a community of founders, strategists and creatives advancing tech in the home sector—for a casual meetup with cocktails and conversations about what’s next for the industry. All are welcome, tech-savvy or not!

Boots & Bourbon
3 p.m.–5 p.m. | Huntington House
The vibe: Great whiskey, hearty bites, foot-stomping music, and all the usual revelry you would expect from Huntington House. Swing by for a good time and a closer look at the brand’s latest leather collections.

Meridian Furniture 20th Anniversary Celebration
4 p.m.–6 p.m. | Meridian Furniture, IHFC, C-403
The brand brings together retailers, designers and industry partners for an evening of food, music and networking to celebrate two decades of Meridian Furniture.

80th Anniversary Happy Hour
4 p.m.–7 p.m. | Rowe, Showplace, Suite 1100
Rowe hosts a happy hour mixer in honor of its 80th. Unwind with friends over cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live music, and a welcoming space to recharge.