After two days filled with design-focused conversations and touring showrooms filled home furnishings and accessories, I learned a lot about what’s coming in 2025, from trending materials to a focus on functional pieces. Here are my biggest takeaways.
1. Rattan & Natural Materials Are In
I was thrilled to see rattan and other natural materials present across many of the showrooms that resonated with me. It’s definitely going to be popular next year, but to me, it’s timeless. These materials have the power to really ground a space, especially if you’re using high-gloss paints or fanciful wall coverings.
2. There's a Focus on Function
Today’s furniture designers and home goods manufacturers are tasked with balancing style and purpose. For instance, this cocktail table is on casters and is a little more petite, which makes it easy to move around a room. Walking around High Point, I got the sense people are designing for living—and, of course, looking.
It was hard to capture the intentional design of Stickley Furniture, but trust me it was there. For instance, this tall boy with dovetail drawers also had compartments on the top drawer for spare change, personal items or really, any small items. How clever!
3. Color...With Piping and TRIM!
Color has been making its way into home furnishings for the last couple of years, and I love it! This year I noticed color isn’t going anywhere, but contrast piping and trim are making it feel more fresh and interesting. I love how piping can tie in other colors from the room, making it feels like a cohesive palette.
Don’t worry—if you haven’t seen my complete overview of High Point Market, you can get a lay of the land here.
