October Market in pictures

by Clint EngelOctober 21, 2021October 22, 2021

Check out some scenes from the just-concluded High Point Market, from product picks to “Signs of the Times” to some of the first social gatherings unhindered by the pandemic.

Jofran's Eloquence bedroom is one of its first two standalone bedroom groups (not connected to existing collections). Bed, dresser, mirror and nightstand with USB can retail $1,999 and ships from Vietnam in January. — Jofran’s Eloquence bedroom is one of its first two standalone bedroom groups (not connected to existing collections). Bed, dresser, mirror and nightstand with USB can retail $1,999 and ships from Vietnam in January.

Industry leaders, including some top donors, gather for the groundbreaking for the new home the American Home Furnishings Hall of Fame.

And while we wait on building construction, a crowd gathers in Furniture Plaza for the pinning ceremony of this year's Hall of Fame inductees. — And while we wait on building construction, a crowd gathers in Furniture Plaza for the pinning ceremony of this year’s Hall of Fame inductees.

The inductees (shown with their pinners) are Irv Blumkin of Nebraska Furniture Mart; former Culp CEO the late Robert G. Culp III, (represented by his wife Susan); the late Myrtle Hayworth Barthmaier, president and chairwoman, Hayworth Industries; Bob Maricich, chairman and CEO, International Market Centers; Allan H. Palecek, chairman and founder, PALECEK; and Todd Wanek, CEO and President, Ashley Furniture Inds.

"Signs of the Times" This one from Furniture Source International says it all for retailers looking for immediate delivery of in-stock goods. — “Signs of the Times” This one from Furniture Source International says it all for retailers looking for immediate delivery of in-stock goods.

Sister companies Powell and Linon also were touting their ability to ship goods immediately.

More "Signs of the Times" Equitable Trading promoted the fact that its bedroom and bedding line is available now from Kappesberg, a major furniture manufacturer in Brazil. For now, this may be viewed by some as a welcome alternative to Asia. — More “Signs of the Times” Equitable Trading promoted the fact that its bedroom and bedding line is available now from Kappesberg, a major furniture manufacturer in Brazil. For now, this may be viewed by some as a welcome alternative to Asia.

During a breakfast meeting, Furniture Marketing Group’s Dennis Hoy encouraged members to check out the innovative barstool display at vendor partner LumiSource. Christian Cousins showed us how the spinning display works: “In about 10 square feet of display, you’re able to show whatever variety of barstools is best for your clientele,” he said. Three choices of buckets in several colors, choice of base style, height and more. It’s all in stock and ships out within 48 hours.

Intiaro’s Karol Wrobel explains the finer points of Polish vodka to market goers during a tasting in Norwalk Furniture’s IHFC showroom. Intiaro, with Polish roots, is a provider of 3D visualization and augmented reality technology. Maybe this explains the inspiration for 360-degree spin!

nourison prismatic — Nourison’s showroom included this room vignette created in partnership with designer Francis Toumbakaris and featuring new additions to its Prismatic rug collection (Multicolor on the floor, Seafoam/Gold on the wall). Also, the gallery wall included 2×3 samples of existing Prismatic designs — a collection that continues to be one of its best-selling.

The International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn., concluded its first virtual Furniture Industry Awards Gala in September with a $5,000 contribution to the Malouf Foundation. During market, the IHFRA staff got to repeat the presentation in person with Malouf's Chance Pebley (second from left) and Derek Leishman. — The International Home Furnishings Representatives Assn., concluded its first virtual Furniture Industry Awards Gala in September with a $5,000 contribution to the Malouf Foundation. During market, the IHFRA staff got to repeat the presentation in person with Malouf’s Chance Pebley (second from left) and Derek Leishman.

And one more “Signs of the Times.” Some fun stats presented at the High Point Market Authority meeting Wednesday

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Clint Engel

Clint Engel is a veteran home furnishings industry journalist and executive editor of Home News Now. Please share your feedback with him at clint@homenewsnow.com

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