Antique & Design Center of High Point

The Antique & Design Center of High Point is a prestigious tradeshow held at Market Square in High Point, United States, showcasing over 70 of the country's most talented and creative antiques dealers. This event, organized by Anthony California, Inc., has been a staple at the High Point Market for 15 years, offering a vibrant platform for interior designers, architects, and shop owners to connect with the best antique and modern dealers, original art dealers, vintage jewelry dealers, and artisans.Throughout the event, several insightful discussions and panels will take place, focusing on key topics relevant to high-end interior design. One notable panel, titled Timeless Materials: The Role of Innovation, Craft, and Vintage in High-End Interiors, features industry professionals such as Michael Mitchell, Ryan Kopet, Dennese Guadeloupe-Rojas, Hill Rondero, and Jillian Hayward Schaible. This discussion will delve into how designers can elevate luxury spaces through careful material choices that combine sustainability, cutting-edge innovations, and the timeless beauty of antiques.Another essential session, Crafting Collections: Strategies For Sourcing, Managing, and Selling Inventory, will be moderated by Ruth Ann Janson and feature expert panelists Meghan Basinger, Ashleigh Graber, and Elizabeth O'Neal. This panel will provide valuable insights into inventory management, discussing cash management tactics and effective systems for inventory tracking, which are crucial for enhancing client service and profitability for design firms.In addition, renowned designer business coach Melissa Galt will lead a session entitled Always Know the Right Words to Get Everything You Want in Design and Life! This engaging conversation will emphasize the significant impact of language in business and how strategic word choices can lead to better clients and increased profitability.Moreover, the discussion titled The New Luxury: Customization, Craftsmanship & the Evolving Client will feature prominent design professionals like Jennie Bishop and Kendall Wilkinson. They will explore the expectations of luxury clients and how personalization and artisanship play crucial roles in contemporary interiors. This session promises to equip designers with strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.The Antique & Design Center of High Point also offers social events with live music, featuring crowd favorites such as Bluegrass by Andy Eversole and Banjo Earth on Thursday and Friday, followed by jazz from The HR Project on the weekend. This lively atmosphere not only enriches the experience for attendees but also fosters connections that lead to exquisite design projects, creating spaces that serve as sanctuaries for those who inhabit them.