HIGH POINT, N.C. — Michelangelo might have been tempted to pick up a few things at this year’s Spring High Point Market. There was a clear sculptural influence on the home furnishings on display — some subtle, some obvious. From undulating lines to strong angles, both upholstery and case-goods showed off their artistic sides. Less a trend than a design direction, the look can have the swirly lines of art nouveau or the hard edges of Bauhaus.
Vanguard’s Spot table is modern contemporary with an ancient Japanese wood treatment called Sho Sugi Ban. Controlled scorching of the wood’s surface was done to prevent frame houses from catching fire and now makes a great finish.
Norwalk’s Celeste sofa and headboard put conventional to rest with an unexpected asymmetrical curve appealing to the nonconformist in all of us.
“We wanted a modern update to the parlor settee. The key to its popularity is that it is well-scaled and comfortable,” said Caroline Hipple, a member of the Norwalk design team and Hb2 CEO. “Can’t you imagine its wavelike profile in an elegant beach house?”