Photos top to bottom... Rebecca Reynolds, Lori Gilder, Katy Garrett, Terri Taylor, Mitzi Beach, Don & Judi Larkin, Bill Indursky, Lisa Mende, Traci Zeller, Denise McGaha, Nancy Price, Douglas Scott, Gary Inman, David Lindquist, and Toma Clark Haines
Saturday, April 5th
“Kitchen Renovation Reality – One Kitchen At A Time, with Kitchen Design Network”
Saturday, April 5th
9am-10:30am
What’s the “Real World of Kitchen Renovation” all about?
Join Kitchen Design Network Founders,
Lori Gilder and
Rebecca Reynolds
Saturday, April 5th at 9:00 am for “coffee talk” while they share
invaluable tips from their one-day Kitchen Renovation Workshop which
begins right here at Market on Friday April 4th. So strap on your boots
and come prepared to learn. The kitchen designers will pave the way for
decorators and designers at any stage of their career looking to develop
another revenue stream or to create a niche within kitchen design and
renovation. “Where To Begin, How To Prepare and What To Expect” is
adapted from their one-day workshop, which will be traveling to
exclusive Miele Centers around the country. Light breakfast will be
served. Sponsored by Kitchen Design Network.
www.kitchendesignnetwork.com RSVP recommended by March 28th, RSVP to:
kitchendesignnetwork@gmail.com
"Design Tech
Summit - Building a bridge between design & technology by
bringing the hottest tech tools for design professionals under one
roof."
Saturday, April 5th
1:30-2:45pm
Katy Garrett,
National Sales Director/CEO of Connexionsoft, Inc. an all-in-one
project management software tool for design professionals, will moderate
this fast paced, informative panel discussion of tech leaders and
innovators, where you will learn about the latest technology solutions
for managing projects and project work flow, facilitating client
communications, creating presentation/idea boards, creating online space
planning visualizations and developing architectural specifications and
renderings. Decide for yourself which technology options work best for
your design business. https://www.facebook.com/designtechsummit
Gelato & Coffee will be served, Sponsored by Connexionsoft, Inc www.connexionsoftware.com
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Sunday, April 6th
“Understanding Your Value as a Designer: Bigger Fees and Better Clients" .1 CEU, with
Terri Taylor, ASID, IDS
Sunday, April 6th
9:30-10:30am
It
is more important than ever for designers to charge higher fees for
their design services in order to be financially successful. This
presentation will help designers focus on bringing their creative genius
into their jobs, rather than simply selling and marking up product.
Learn 30 ways to bring your value into your jobs, along with what
clients need to hear to value your services. Discover how to develop
confidence, enthusiasm, connection and emotion when talking about money,
and get paid what you are worth. More at: www.designbizblueprint.com
A light breakfast will be served. Sponsored by IDS Interior Design Society. http://www.interiordesignsociety.org/
“Boomer Design is Big Business - How to help Boomers blend their past and future furniture needs.”
Sunday, April 6th
1:30-2:30pm
Mitzi Beach
(ASID, CAPS) is an award-winning Interior Designer, Author and Baby
Boomer Marketing & Lifestyle Specialist. Mitzi, armed with 30+
years' experience and a masters degree in interior design—along with key
industry certifications—is ready to do battle with the elephant in the
room: the "Silver Tsunami" ready to hit the United States of America, as
the enormous Baby Boomer generation has new needs due to aging.
www.mitzibeach.com Afterward Mitzi will be signing her book “Boomer
Smarts Boomer Power”. Gelato & Coffee will be served, Sponsored
by Wesley Hall, www.wesleyhall.com
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Monday, April 7th
"It’s Never Too Late… For Wallpaper
Historic Wallpaper Takes on a New Life with Don & Judi Larkin and Thibaut"
Monday, April 7th
9:30-10:30am
Explore
the colorful history of wallpaper from the early 1900s through the eyes
of Don Larkin, a professional wallpaper installer for over 25 years.
With information from the Thibaut and Pennypacker archives, Don explores
historic hanging and manufacturing techniques, some of which are still
used today. Judi Larkin, design decorating coach will show wallpaper
from Thibaut’s Historic book collection. What is old is new again as
many patterns are repurposed for new designs. Don’s interest in
wallpaper has led him to find new and creative uses for it. He is known
in the design industry for his problem solving ability and one-of-a-kind
wallpapered floor cloths and wallpapered furniture. There will be a
short demo of his techniques. Be inspired by Don’s creations… how will
you use wallpaper in your next project? It’s never too late for
wallpaper! “Never Too Late” book signing to follow.
www.judi-donlarkin.com Light breakfast will be served, Co-sponsored by
Thibaut wallpaper, fabric & fine furniture.
www.thibautdesign.com/
“Home Décor Trends – The Year Ahead with Bill Indursky of Design Life Network”
Monday, April 7th
1:30-2:30pm
Bill
Indursky is an architect, trend expert, and digital entrepreneur. He is
the former founder of V&M (Vintage & Modern
(2006-2013)) and the current founder of Design Life Network (DLN). DLN
is a MAGAZINE + DESIGN AGENCY + MARKETPLACE + TV CHANNEL promoting
inspiring design of all eras online and on TV. DLN is home of the
Design Obsessed (DO). Sponsored by Design Life Network
www.designlifenetwork.com
"The Secrets to Building Your Brand through Social Media with Lisa Mende & Traci Zeller"
Monday, April 7th
2:45-3:45pm
Lisa
and Traci, both renowned Interior Designers, Bloggers and two time High
Point Market StyleSpotters, share their secrets for leveraging social
media into better projects, better press coverage and a vibrant brand
presence both online and in real life. Sponsored by Lisa Mende Design
& Traci Zeller Designs www.lisamendedesign.blogspot.com
www.tracizeller.com
“Designing with a Deadline – Design Secrets for A Timeline Sensitive Project with Denise McGaha”
Monday, April 7th
4-5pm
Denise
McGaha, Interior Designer and Blogger and 2014 High Point Style Spotter
will share her secrets to Designing with a Deadline using Vintage and
Antique Finds. Denise McGaha delivers fashionable, diverse, and
adventurous designs for clients who live on the fast-track; specializing
in turn-key, concierge-level service delivered in 90 days or less. When
experiencing a Denise McGaha interior you may never know how exciting
the ride was that brought about that room. Sponsored by Denise McGaha
Interiors and followed by Happy Hour. www.denisemcgaha.com
WithIt Competitive Inteligence
Monday, April 7th
6-8pm WithIt (Women in the Home Industries Today) presents its Competitive Intelligence Panel, featuring industry strategist and author Caroline Hipple, chief energy officer of HB2 Resources, along with Dixon Bartlett, Anita Pugh and Chris Matthies co-authors of A Pathway to Profit, the new business book from Friesen Press. As part of this special event, the authors and long-time business partners will share their unique formula for both personal and organizational success, designed to help both individuals and organizations navigate difficult times. A book signing will follow.
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Tuesday, April 8th
"Designing with Antiques: Making Antiques Accessible for Any Client's Budget with Nancy Price & Douglas Scott"
Tuesday, April 8th
10:30-11:30am
Interior
Designer, International Antiques Dealer, and Blogger Nancy Price joins
forces with Douglas Scott, founder of The HighBoy, a new, curated
marketplace for antiques and fine art, to explore how the most beautiful
and personal interiors can be created by incorporating antiques
regardless of a client's budget. Sponsored by Nancy Price Home and The
Highboy http://www.nancypriceinteriors.com/ www.thehighboy.com
“Great
Design Begins with a Great Story - Gary Inman Principal, Director of
Hotel and Home Design, Glave and Holmes Architecture.”
Tuesday, April 8th
1:30-2:30pm
This
topic grows from the contextual approach that Gary Inman, and his team,
used in developing designs for fine homes and luxury hotels. Every home
owner has a personal journey that can be captured and shared in the
design of their home. Similarly, every great hotel, particularly
historic hotels, has a fascinating story that can be interpreted in the
art and design elements to create a memorable visit. Every life is worth
celebrating and design is one of the most powerful ways to achieve this
goal. Sponsored by Gary Inman, Glave and
Holmes http://www.glaveandholmes.com/
"An Introduction to Wood Identification with David Lindquist of Whitehall Antiques"
Tuesday, April 8th
2:45-3:45pm
David
Lindquist, owner of Whitehall Antiques & noted antiques
authenticator, appraiser, educator & author will share a short
insightful method for wood identification. No tools required--only your
eyes and your brain! Sponsored by Whitehall Antiques
www.whitehallantiques.com
"Antiques Diva(R) Style Guide with Toma Clark Haines"
Tuesday, April 8th
4-5pm
Toma
Clark Haines, owner of Europe's largest antiques touring and buying
service company, takes you on a virtual tour of the major antique
periods and styles to identify their key characteristics utilizing
modern day metaphors and featuring inventory found at the Antique and
Design Center in High Point. No passport required. Focusing on the
antique trends in Europe- The Antiques Diva(R) is taking antiques out of
the past and bringing them into the future of design.
Followed by a Happy Hour Tour of the Antique and Design Center of High Point highlighting Topics covered in the talk. Sponsored by The Antiques Diva & Co. www.antiquesdiva.com
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Social Events
“Happy
Hour at The Antique & Design Center, Boiler Room Bar, with Live
Musicby the Bad Raccoons and Whiskey Tastings by Troy & Sons”
Market Square Ground – Antique & Design Center
Daily Friday April 4th – Wednesday April 9th
4-7pm
“An Afternoon Pick-Me-Up with Gelato & Coffee at The Antique & Design Center”
Market Square Ground – Antique & Design Center Office Bar
Daily Friday, April 4th thru Wednesday, April 9th
Saturday Sponsored by Design Tech Summit
Sunday Sponsored by Wesley Hall
1-3pm
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