Saturday, October 16, 2010

High Point Day 0

High Point actually opens before the published date.  Permanent show rooms have already been buzzing for a couple of days, so we sallied forth to see new vendors and venues. The Hamilton district is completely rearranged with the new Hickory Chair relocation, which is a good thing since we got slightly lost, but bumped into...


Bunny Williams, new BeeLine Homes space.  We were welcomed with her Charlottesville, Virginia  charm, while she multi-tasked between clients, show room fluffs, and posing for a picture with Liz and Viive (pronounced Viva), for Dovecote Decor. I can only say, High Point is thrilled to welcome BeeLine Homes. I will say, nobody has more beautiful upholstery.  God is in the details. 



It is a treat for High Point to have Bunny and BeeLine Homes. The next grand addition, is the new Antique and Design Center at 229 Russell Avenue. There are 55, one of a kind exhibitors, with 37 shops completely new to High Point. 


A spectacular 17th century chandelier has migrated from a wonderful palazzo, finding its way to Karen Luisana's, brain child design center. Tonight was opening night, and we were dazzled. This chandelier is the exuberant, joie-de-vivre piece, dialed down to a single theme--crystals. It dances, yet stays on point. 


Marquetry and inlay are a huge trend, but this dresser to the left is unique. The design is hand cut lemon wood, inlaid in walnut, from Damascus, Syria. It is one of a kind. Think about the perfect repetitive hand cuts of the design motif on the drawers.  


High Point can be a disaster, it can be weird, but then again, it can take my breath away,  uplifting my soul with the hand of the artisan. More tomorrow!




6 comments:

  1. So wish we were down there with you to soak in some divine design and loveliness! Hope you will be posting more about your adventure. Happy weekend!

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  2. Looks great - and of course love Bee Line. The chandelier is dazzling. Have a great time! Look forward to you reports.

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  3. Lovely highlights... I especially love the marquetry and inlaid pieces. The remind me of my Lebanese heritage. I have fond memories of seeing of few of this pieces in my Grandmother's home :)
    Thanks for taking us along with you!
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  4. What a great way to start the adventure! Photo op with icon, not bad!!

    I'm staying tuned in :)

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  5. Bunny and the beeline...so great, can't wait to see more, thanks for keeping us all in the loop!

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  6. After a perfect day antiquing in Hudson NY, I thought I had seen enough to keep me happy for a while BUT that chandelier is beyond glorious! oh my heart....

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