November 05, 2014

The Devil is in the Details – at High Point Furniture Market, that is.

If you can manage to focus on the design details in the midst of High Point Furniture Market’s sensory overload, you will see many a beautiful thing.

As experienced decorators we have a trained eye to spot the unique finishes, the beautiful hardware, the fine lines of a piece of furniture. This is probably one of the reasons High Point Market has opened up to decorators and designers over the past few years. Furniture, lighting and accessories have become more sophisticated and the consumer has too. Hence, the need of the designer to bring the two together.

This fall market was brim full of eye candy. And the devil was working overtime to draw you in to each showroom and show off its details.

The beautiful pulls and handles on casegoods was definitely a big story this fall.

Mother of Pearl pulls on this Caracole Furniture piece

Graphic gold leaf handles on this Worlds Away Piece

Sophisticated ‘love knot’ pulls on this Bernhardt night stand

The hardware on the piece below reminds me of some of the heavy duty hardware that you might find on a women’s bag.

Stunning hardware on a beautiful 2 tone piece from John Richard

Handcrafted wood pulls on this fine Jonathan Charles piece

The other detail that seemed prominent in many showrooms was the use of not only 2 tones of wood (we’ve seen that now for a couple of seasons) but a banded effect on furniture – a modern inlay if you will.

Stunning 2-tone wood piece from Moore Councill

2 tones also on the inside!

Gold banding on the bookcases from Lexington Furniture

Gold banding on this amazing desk

The outlined X and O detail in this Stanley piece

Combination of dark wood and linen front with stunning door pulls from Caracole

Beautiful 2 tone piece and gorgeous hardware by Worlds Away

Nailhead trim creating an outlined effect on this Bernhardt piece

It was great to see these details live and in person. Some of these suppliers we already dealt with; others are new to us at Lumar. Though we love to design classic spaces that stand the test of time, finding pieces that are beautiful and a little unique adds so much value to our clients. Definitely well worth 5 days of endlessly walking the market.

Looking for someone to help you design a beautiful and uniquely you space? Give Lumar Interiors a call or [email protected]

TESTIMONIALS

Working with Marisa & team was an absolute joy. Their brilliant design skills went above and beyond what we expected as they helped us navigate a total reno of our main floor. They took our vision and feedback and translated it into creating our dream home! They guided us through all decisions, big and small, with knowledge, professionalism and patience. I can confidently say I would not change one thing.

- HM, Thornhill -

Amazing team of interior designers, we were so fortunate to be referred to Lumar Interiors and worked with Marisa and team, they are professional and creative. We had just completed a home renovation project and needed help with furnishing and decorating our family and living room. The results of our project is way beyond anything we could have imagined. We are totally grateful to these two ladies and their team!!!!

- SC, Vaughan -

When we moved to Aurora, we didn’t hesitate to call Marisa again. She knows what the client wants and stops at nothing to get the job done….looking for that perfect piece of furniture, upholstery, drapery, lighting & accessories, she was able to pull it all together and successfully accomplish our dream. We could not have done this without her expertise, trade contacts and wonderful support staff at Lumar Interiors.

- PW, Aurora -

Working with Lumar for almost 20 years spanning two homes, one of which was a custom build, I have experienced first hand the knowledge, resources, and abundance of talent Luisa and Marisa offer their clients. Professional and never “pushy” ideas are brought to fruition with ease. I highly recommend Lumar for all decorating projects, small and large.

- OL, King City -

I met with Luisa and the team two days after we moved into our newly built home. In the following two years, they have transformed our house into an elegant and welcoming home. It was a pleasure working with them. I valued their creativity, dependability, attention to detail, work ethic & professionalism. I highly recommend them and appreciate all of their efforts in making our home a warm and special place.

- PG, Stouffville -

When we first began the renovating and decorating process, I had a vision of what I wanted our home to look like. My biggest concern was whether I would be able to get my ideas across to the people involved in the process. Thanks for being a crucial part in making “my vision” into a reality, and for all the decorating advice when I just wasn’t sure what to do. It looks great-you made it painless and fun!

- AL, Richmond Hill -

The compliments never stop. It was so nice working with Lumar Interiors. You made everything so easy and understood exactly what I wanted in style and in cost…I had used many decorators before that charged through like a steam roller giving little time to me and my wishes. Working with the team at Lumar was sheer pleasure. I felt I not only found a new decorator but a new friend as well.

- PK, Thornhill -

Marisa Lupo from Lumar Interiors recently helped me update my 1990’s kitchen and make it a beautiful room. I have known Marisa for many years now and together we have also redecorated my family room and dining room. Slowly we have successfully turned my house into a home. Marisa’s patience and knowledge have made working with her a pleasure. I look forward to our next decorating project together!

- MS, Woodbridge -