The perfect lighting can elevate a space, set a mood, provide needed functionality and add layers and texture to any design. Lighting trends in 2022 continue to focus on the user experience in relevant ways, whether through sustainable materials, sculptural shapes or smart controls.
In response to growing industry demand, International Market Centers (IMC) has rapidly expanded its fixed-wire lighting resources, including doubling its fixed-wire lighting resources at High Point Market.
There are now more than 160 exhibitors featuring lighting resources at the October 22-26 market, including Visual Comfort, Arteriors, Hudson Valley Lighting Group, Robert Abbey, Crystorama, Currey & Co, Jamie Young Co. and ELK Lighting. At the Spring 2022 market, Kalco Lighting, Lite Source and Schonbek opened new showrooms.
This expansion provides designers and retailers with a robust, curated selection of lighting products readily available all year long. Many of these fixed-wire lighting products are interspersed with complementary home décor lines, creating a cross-category shopping experience for buyers. Whether a statement chandelier with an art deco flair, an oversized pendant or two above a kitchen island, or a mixed material sconce for the bedroom, there is a perfect fixture for every style and every budget.
Also at the fall High Point Market, IMC plans to support the growing fixed-wire lighting resources with events focused on designer education:
FLD: Lighting Industry Insights - Panel Discussion
Sunday, October 23, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge on the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square
Shining a light into the business and design world of lighting, panelists will discuss what is taking place in today’s marketplace. Learn from a diverse group of panelists how each facet of lighting is changing and what lies ahead. Panelists include John McClain, interior designer, business coach, speaker, author and CEO of John McClain Design; Robin Baron, award-winning interior designer, luxury home furnishings designer, speaker and President of Robin Baron Design Inc.; Charles Pavarini III, lighting expert and Founder-President of Pavarini Design Inc.; Megan Molten owner and lead designer of Megan Molten and Diane Falvey, Editor in Chief of Furniture, Lighting & Decor, as moderator. Book signings with John and Charles to follow. Following the discussion will be a tour through some of the best lighting resources at High Point. Presented by DesignOn HPMKT by IMC in partnership with Furniture, Lighting & Decor. (1 CEU) Register to attend here.
Lighting Highlights Tour with Chris Goddard, Goddard Design Group;
Sunday, October 23, 2:30pm-4:00pm
Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge on the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square
Join award-winning design expert Chris Goddard, founder of Goddard Design Group & star of HGTV's Design Star: Next Gen, for a tour of lighting resources in High Point Market that can take your project to the next level. Hear from Chris for his best practices for choosing and installing fixtures that will stand the test of time and trends. Follow along to see in person what is inspiring and learn more about LED color and temperature, how to connect to smart apps or simply how high to hang that pendant over the island, we've got your bases covered when it comes to getting your lighting projects right. Presented by DesignOn HPMKT by IMC in partnership with Furniture, Lighting & Decor. (1 CEU) RSVP required. Register to attend here.
Embrace the LED Lighting Revolution
Tuesday, October 25, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge on the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square
Join designers and LED lighting experts Charles Pavarini III and J. Randall Tarasuk of Pavarini Design as they present an informative lecture on embracing the LED revolution. Attendees will gain a basic understanding of LED functionality, learn about various types of available lighting products and techniques, and learn how to integrate them creatively in the various rooms of the home. The lecture will be an informative resource for interior designers and industry professionals. Presented by DesignOn HPMKT by IMC. (1 CEU) Register to attend here.
Lighting Beyond Edison Book Signing
Tuesday, October 25, 2:00pm-2:30pm
Sherwin-Williams Designer Lounge on the Top Floor of Suites at Market Square
Join us for a meet & greet book signing with Charles Pavarini III & Randall Tarasuk, following their presentation, featuring their new book Lighting Beyond Edison: Brilliant Residential Lighting Techniques in the Age of LEDs. Books will be available onsite.
