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InPERSPECTIVE | DESIGN TIME

DESIGN TIME KRICKEN YAKER

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The design-build firm Vanillawood was founded by Kricken and James Yaker in 2006. Over nineteen years in business, they’ve perfected the integration of clean, modern design with practical livability, ensuring that each space reflects the client’s personality and lifestyle. The firm’s contemporary creations are visually stunning and provide a calming oasis in an ever-shifting world. R UG INSIDER sat down with co-principal Kricken Yaker, for a refreshingly candid conversation about her design and business philosophies. RI: Family is of paramount importance to you and your husband, James, who’s also your partner in Vanillawood. As a family business, what helps you navigate your business life versus family life? “I think what really works for us is that we’re aligned in all of our goals, our work ethic, and our values across the board. At the end of the day, our number one priority is our marriage and our family and creating something with Vanillawood that we can be proud of. When one of us needs to cut out to pick up a kid, no one’s keeping score. We’re in it together in business and in life, asking how we can support each other, how can we grow and learn together?” “Our middle son worked for us this summer. He’s an architectural engineering major.” RI: How awesome was that? “It was really fun and interesting to see his perspective of how we work and for him to get behind the curtain of it beyond working

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construction which he’s done in the past. We’re an entrepreneurial family. We’ve really tried to share the highs and lows of what that means to our kids. That it’s not all glory, there’s a lot of blood, sweat, and tears.” “My husband and I do very different things within the company and our middle son is gravitating more toward architecture and construction and less on interior design. Whereas our youngest really wants to be a designer, loves furniture and lighting.”

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understand why their FF&E package costs what it does. It also informs us as to where we are specifying for each project. We try to empower our clients to be in the driver’s seat of how they want to spend their hard earned money.” RI: Speaking of budget, for large areas, bound broadloom has become en vogue. When the budget is tight, does that bridge the gap for you? “We have that conversation early on with the client. Are you a custom rug kind of family or client? We typically put a custom rug price in our budgets. After having done this a long time, we really understand the value of investing in a good quality rug.” RI: When it comes to rug materials, do you prefer wool and silk, or do you like performance fibers like acrylic? Does it matter to you? “Some of our clients are very specific that they want something that is high performance and very forgiving for accidents because they have kids and animals. There’s concern it won’t hold up.” RI: Sometimes people don’t realize how cleanable wool is. “We always want to introduce natural

materials wherever possible. But again, as designers, we are stewards of our clients’ wishes. We’re not here to just tell them what to do. We’re here to listen and intuit, and help their dream become a reality, push them out of their comfort zone, introduce them to things that they hadn’t thought of or even knew existed. But at the end of the day, it’s their space and we are here to tell their story through their home.” RI: Utilizing bold art to bring color into space is one of your signatures, which I love. Do you usually incorporate art that clients already own, or do you get to know them and then introduce them to artists? “Mostly, we are sourcing artwork for our clients. Art brings personality, texture and character to spaces and helps to make a room feel finished. Art can really help to define a space. And collaborating with artists on original pieces is very special.” RI: A lot of your spaces seem designed to showcase art as a focal point. “Artwork is always a great way to not only showcase your personality but also your sense of humor. Our spaces shouldn’t be taking themselves too seriously, you know? I mean life is serious. Can your home have a little fun?”

RI: That’s so cool. Could you envision a time when either of them are an active part of your practice? “Absolutely. It would be an amazing legacy to pass on, but only if they passionately want it for themselves. Like most parents, we just want our kids to be happy, whatever that means.” RI: What are the advantages of a design build firm? “What we really love about it is that our clients are dealing with one team from the very inception of a project to the very end. It’s one creative vision all working toward the same goal. And for our team, to be able to touch all points of a project is incredibly creatively fulfilling.” RI: You work on very high dollar projects. How do you suggest clients budget for the interior phase? “When we’re approaching an interior design furniture package, we put together a very comprehensive budget line item by room, by category, because a lot of times our job is to really educate clients on what things actually cost.” “That way they can really see and

“I’m self taught, so everything is very instinctual. Architecture is often very masculine with lots of hard corners. So it’s the soft goods that give the femininity and softness and the kind of inviting textual moments. We try to achieve that by introducing lots of texture through rugs, in our fabrics, our furniture, or with really beautiful, interesting sculptural lighting that feels like an art piece. We always want a space to feel visually calming. There’s definitely a sweet spot there.” RI: Tariffs are an evolving challenge, what messaging helps your clients understand their potential impact. “It’s been a really crazy year since last fall. A lot of clients were worried about the election, the stock market, mortgage rates were higher than they had been, and there was some definite panic. It was kind of this record screech of like, what just happened? And it is still happening. I feel like each of these moments is almost the new normal. Everyone needs to just take a breath, play the long game, and really take care of yourself. How do you take care of yourself? You create a sanctuary.” “We’re dealing in higher end homes, with higher net worth clients. They have more disposable income, which is really a great place for people to be in. And so just reminding them that

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RI: Another design technique you employ is mixing light and dark woods in the same space. What’s your process in creating balance between a really light wood and dark, because it looks amazing! “Ah thanks! I think texture, contrast, and color bring life to a space. We are always seeking organic elements to layer into our spaces and wood is such

an amazing way to do that by having variation where you aren’t just seeing the same element in every single space.” RI: You’re also not afraid to mix textures and materials from wood to a wool-silk rug, to brick, to a metal coffee table. Your work looks clean and modern, but never cold.

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“ A rug grounds the space and helps tell the story. It’s really important . “

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the volatility of what’s happening, it’s ebbing and flowing, but it’s only gotten more expensive since COVID, and I don’t really see that reversing. So if you are wanting to build or redesign a space, you’re not going to be making some massive savings by waiting. If you want to do it, do it.” RI: Do you utilize any online product sources? And if so, do you have a favorite? “The internet has really made sourcing accessible to everyone, but I still really value sourcing in person. Walking into a showroom, touching and feeling, seeing the quality and color, talking to people who are really knowledgeable about whatever it is that they’re selling, that’s the fun of it. It enables us to confidently specify for our clients. They are putting a tremendous amount of trust in our expertise and knowing the true quality of something is imperative. Just sitting behind a computer and designing, that’s not nearly as exciting.” “Living in Portland also means that we need to travel to source in order to bring cool things to the table. LA and New York are big resources for us. Obviously,

we go to High Point, and Vegas for the shows. Getting out of the studio, that’s where I get the most inspiration.” RI: Do you like it when vendors come to visit you? “Yes, we do. Relationships are what make business fun. If it’s just transactional, it’s boring. And again, tapping into the knowledge of all of the people around us only makes our projects better and more beautiful. I learn a lot from our vendor resources. And then I can in turn teach my clients why this is an important investment.” RI: Craft has value, not only to the person who is fortunate enough to possess the item, but also for the people making it and all the hands that touch it, especially in the rug industry. “Our clients are coming to us because they want one-of-a-kind. They don’t want to have their home look like everybody else’s or the catalog that arrives in their mailbox. So we’re really seeking to align ourselves with artisans and craftspeople that can make our projects unique and special.”

RI: How do you envision AI impacting the design industry? “If you don’t get on the AI train, you are going to be left in the dust, and we are diving in and incorporating it. The ability to render from a 2D drawing to a 3D in five minutes? That used to take hours. That is radical change. I’m very excited about it. For us, it’s always, how can we be better tomorrow than we are today?” RH: Any final thoughts on the rug biz? “Rugs are such an important part of the design process, not only do they help define and ground a space, they add color, dimension, texture and especially in an open-plan design, we need them for sound dampening. Making sure that you get the right size is really important. I personally do not like it when it looks like the furniture in a room is trying to fight for space on a postage stamp size rug. I don’t think I’ve ever said, oh, I made the rug too big.” RH: I’m sure rug people won’t mind hearing that you like a big rug! “A rug grounds the space and helps tell the story. It’s really important.” vanillawood.com IMAGES COURTESY OF VANILLAWOOD

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MIXED SIGNALS IN THE MARKETPLACE I nflation, tariffs, store closings and consolidations, and shifting consumer priori- ties continue to reshape the U.S. retail landscape, creating both challenges and opportunities for home furnishings retailers. Off-price and e-commerce channels are steadily gaining share in the promotional segment, while big-box home-improvement stores continue to see consistent demand for project-driven flooring. Department stores and specialty retailers are navigating mixed results, with some trimming home assortments to focus on efficiency, while others are doubling down on curated collections and higher- margin categories to appeal to changing consumer tastes. Costco, Amazon and Ashley Furniture continue to be major forces, reporting strong sales and expanding their area rug assortments. But in addition to publicly reporting retailers like these and many others, several key privately-held players remain influential in the rug and home décor market. Take JCPenney, Big Lots, Havertys, Nebraska Furniture Mart, and Bob’s Discount Furniture – although none disclose detailed quarterly results, they all maintain significant footprints across home furnishings and offer thoughtfully curated selections of rugs and soft flooring products. Together, these retailers illustrate the broader market’s resilience, as consumer demand for value, variety and home upgrade projects continues to support growth even amid macro challenges in the economy impacting consumers’ pocketbooks.

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Here is a snapshot of the most recent quarterly performance across major retailers selling home décor and area rugs.

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Outlook: Kohl’s raised FY2025 EPS guidance to $0.50–$0.80 from $0.10–$0.60, with continued emphasis on Sephora roll- out and home décor expansion. LOWE’S Mooresville, NC Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 total sales $24.0 billion, comps +1.1-percent; net earnings $2.4 billion. Category performance: Lowe’s did not disclose a separate area rug line item. Flooring performance typically tracks with housing and seasonal activity, with management noting balanced demand from Pro and DIY customers. “ In home decor, we delivered positive comps in paint, flooring, and appliances, where we continue to build on our momentum with both positive sales dollars and unit comps this quarter along with driving sales growth in all major appliance categories, “ said Bill Boltz, Executive Vice President, Merchandising.

“ Our second quarter results were in line with our expectations. The momentum that began in the back half of last year continued throughout the first half as customers engaged more broadly in smaller home improvement projects, “ said Ted Decker, Chairman, President and CEO. Category performance: Home Depot groups flooring products under hard and soft flooring in merchandising. Its earnings release highlighted strength in smaller home improvement projects but did not break out area rug sales. Quarter snapshot: Q2 fiscal 2025 sales $45.3 billion, comps +1.0-percent (U.S. comps +1.4-percent); net earnings $4.6 billion. Outlook: Home Depot reaffirmed FY2025 guidance, empha- sizing continued share gains as customers pursue smaller, incremental projects. KOHL’S Menomonee Falls, WI Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 net sales $3.35 billion, comps -4.2-percent; net income $153 million. Category performance: Kohl’s did not break out rugs, but management noted progress across categories including home décor, alongside Sephora and impulse buys. “ “We were able to expand our gross margins, reduce our inventory, and lower our expenses, leading to solid second-quarter earnings, “ said Michael Bender, interim CEO.

Outlook: Lowe’s reiterated full-year guidance, with growth expectations tied to Pro demand and the ADG acquisition.

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Quarter snapshot: Q2 fiscal 2025 total sales $5.5 billion (+5-percent year-over-year), comparable-store sales + 2-percent; net income $508 million (EPS $1.56), modestly above expectations despite a $0.11 per share tariff-related headwind. Category performance: As a destination for off-price home fashions, Ross offers a rotating assortment of home textile bargains—including accent rugs—but doesn’t break out specific category results. Manage- ment flagged broad-based improvement across nearly all merchandise categories entering back-to-school. “ We are encouraged by the sequential improve- ment in sales trends relative to the first quarter… sales in May were strong…rebounding sharply in July…earnings modestly exceeded the high end of our guidance range, mainly due to lower-than-expected tariff-related costs, “ said Jim Conroy, CEO

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Outlook: Ross reinstated its FY2025 guidance, projecting full-year EPS of $6.08–$6.21, guided by cautious optimism. Management expects 2-percent to 3-percent compara- ble-store sales growth in both Q3 and Q4, with Q4 profit likely to beat expectations despite continued tariff impacts. TARGET CORP. Minneapolis, MN Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 net sales $25.2 billion; comps -1.9-percent (store comps -3.2-percent); EPS $2.05. Category performance: Target includes rugs under its home category. Management reported improved trends across all categories versus Q1, though area rug-specific sales were not broken out.

Outlook: Target maintained FY guidance, projecting low- single digit sales declines while focusing on execution for back-to-school and holiday. TJX / HOMEGOODS Framingham, MA Quarter snapshot: Q2 FY2026 consolidated net sales $14.4 billion, comps +4-percent; net income $1.2 billion. Home- Goods net sales $2.29 billion; comps +5-percent. “ Our second quarter earnings…showed encouraging signs of recovery, including improved traffic and sales trends—particularly in our stores—and disciplined cost management in a challenging retail environment, “ said Brian Cornell, Chairman and CEO.

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Category performance: HomeGoods and Homesense are major off-price channels for accent rugs. The 5-percent comp gain indicates strong consumer demand for afford- able home décor. “ “I am extremely pleased with our second quarter performance. Sales, pretax profit margin, and earnings per share were all above our plan. As we have seen through so many different retail and economic environments, consumers were drawn Outlook: TJX raised FY guidance for pretax margin and EPS and expects continued comp growth into Q3, supporting off-price rug demand into fall. WALMART Bentonville, AR Quarter snapshot: Q2 FY2026 revenue $177.4 billion, comps +4.6-percent (U.S., ex-fuel); net income $7.03 billion. Category performance: Walmart’s home offerings, including value rugs, are embedded within broader merchandise. Management highlighted price rollbacks and e-commerce growth (~25-percent). to our excellent values and brands, “ said Ernie Herrman, CEO and President.

Outlook: Walmart raised FY sales guidance, highlighting e-commerce and store fulfillment investments, while noting tariff and cost pressures remain risks. WAYFAIR Boston,MA Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 net revenue $3.273 billion, up 5.0-percent year-over-year; net income $15 million. Category performance: Wayfair reports home categories collectively (furniture, décor, rugs) but does not break out area-rug sales. Higher average order value and net revenue per active customer suggest stronger basket spend that likely includes rugs. “ We’re keeping our prices as low as we can for as long as we can, “ said Doug McMillon, CEO.

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Outlook: Wayfair said Q2 marked its best growth and profitability since 2021, with confidence in continued profit- able share gains for 2025. WILLIAMS-SONOMA, INC. San Francisco, CA Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 revenues $1.84 billion, comps +3.7-percent; net earnings $247.6 million. Category performance: Growth was balanced across furniture and non-furniture categories, including rugs in Pottery Barn and West Elm assortments. Inventories rose 17.7-percent to $1.4 billion, partly to offset tariffs. “ The second quarter was a resounding success, defined by accelerating sales and share gain, in tandem with expanding profitability, “ said Niraj Shah, CEO. “ Our strong second-quarter results reflect both robust demand across our brands and disciplined execution that positions us to capture continued market share in a recovering home furnishings environment, “ said Laura Alber, president and CEO. Outlook: Williams-Sonoma raised its FY revenue outlook from +0.5-percent to +3.5-percent, with comps expected to grow 2-percent–5-percent and margins of 17.4-17.8-percent, while monitoring tariffs as a risk factor. MACY’S, INC. New York, NY Quarter snapshot: Q2 2025 net sales $4.81 billion (down 2-5-percent year-over-year), comparable-store sales up 0.8-percent on a company-owned basis (and +1.9-percent including licensed and marketplace); adjusted EPS $0.41, well above expectations; net income $87 million Category performance: Macy’s did not break out area rug or home décor sales specifically. However, comparable sales gains at its “Reimagine” 125 locations, Bloomingdale’s, and Bluemercury suggest continued strength in home-adjacent categories and lifestyle assortments. Outlook: Macy’s raised its full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $1.70–$2.05 (from previous $1.60–$2.00) and lifted its net sales outlook to $21.15–$21.45 billion, acknowledging ongoing tariff pressure but expressing growing confidence in its turnaround strategy.

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Insider MARKETS | HPMKT FALL ROUNDUP

FALL ROUND-UP RUG INSIDER takes a look at

fall happenings in High Point with a few of your market favorites! October 25-29, 2025.

 Scandi SCN-3 Brown from Momeni

forward to unveiling new additions to some of our most beloved collections, as well as completely new launches. We’ve leaned into texture, artisanal details, and lifestyle- driven design—and can’t wait to see how buyers respond. It’s always inspiring to connect with partners in person and share the creative vision behind each collection. What are some design and color trends you’re seeing? We’re seeing a continued embrace of warm, earthy tones— burnt orange, rust, and rich magentas are especially popular right now. Design-wise, there’s a strong movement toward boho chic and Southwestern influences, with motifs like butterflies, florals, and whimsical rustic patterns resonating across categories. Cottagecore remains a favorite, blending vintage aesthetics with soft charm, while bolder graphic elements like chevron patterns and abstract watercolor effects are gaining traction. Indigo and nautical-inspired palettes are also making a comeback, especially for transitional indoor/ outdoor spaces.” Do you have any market events planned? We are thrilled to be hosting a special book signing with interior designer and author Erin Gates, In order to celebrate the launch of her latest title, Elements of Timeless Style: Creating a Forever Home. The event is scheduled for Saturday, October 25th, and will aim to highlight Erin’s distinct design perspective and give guests the opportunity to connect with her in person during Market.

MOMENI ............................................................................ Showroom: IHFC H-345 momeni.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? Jango, Lily, Archer & Asher, Hampton, Maritime, Orchard 5, Fletcher Have you made any changes to your showroom recently? If so, what? Last year, we underwent a major transformation—completely refreshing our space with the addition of a full kitchen and bar, complemented by all-new lighting to enhance the updated layout. Do you have staff members who deserve extra recognition? Yes! Emily Zan and Katy Repetto Katy is our designer, she is the creative force behind everything we do. Emily has put her heart and soul into managing our showroom, and doing everything behind the scenes so that we can put our best foot forward while showing our products to our trusted partners. What are you most excited about for this upcoming markets? We’re incredibly excited to debut a range of fresh introductions that reflect the evolving needs of our customers—from versatile indoor/outdoor designs to playful, story-driven pieces. This market, we’re especially looking

Insider MARKETS | HPMKT FALL ROUNDUP

FRENCH ACCENTS ........................................................................... Showroom: 112, 200 Steele Building, Floor 1 farugs.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? For the upcoming HPMKT, we’re excited to introduce new lines from three key collections: Oushak, Mid-Century Modern, and Highland. Each new line—from our OU490 Oushak series to our snake-inspired, Mid-Century Modern design—explores depth, texture, and natural elements, blending traditional and modern styles to create pieces that feel classic yet accessible. What are you most excited about for this upcoming market? We offer one of the most compre-hensive selections of traditional and transitional rugs, and each year, we continue to expand our modern offerings. In this High Point Market, we’re excited to showcase a large selection of new modern designs that pair nicely with our existing traditional and transitional offerings. What are some trends you’re seeing in rug designs? Some trends we are seeing are variety in textures, bold colors, and a rise in interest in bold, geometric patterns. Luckily for us, these are qualities that align with our design ethos. We specialize in textures and continually create new designs that explore bold colors. In addition, we have two rug collections featuring bold, geometric patterns, which can be found in our Basical Revival and Mid-Century Modern collections.

 American Cover Design/PW RUGS Astoria 936 Mocha

AMERICAN COVER DESIGN/PW RUGS ........................................................................... Showroom: Center Point on Hamilton, 138 americancoverdesign.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? Astoria, Glitz, Malibu, Regal, Skyler and Sculpted Bunny Have you changed anything about your showroom recently? If so, what? Yes, our showroom has seen some exciting updates! We’ve updated our newest collections, regrouped the collection according to trend & color demands, and are now offering you even more choices and styles to explore. We have also relocated to a new building at Center Point On Hamilton - Space 138. This will offer our customers easier & faster visit access with a much better showroom layout flow and convenient access on the ground floor, near the entrance doors. What are you most excited about for the upcoming market? We’re thrilled to introduce our newest collection, featuring a blend of modern and traditional designs with a touch of elegance. What are some design and color trends you’re seeing? The latest trends lean toward a modern style, beautifully complemented by touches of tradition and elegance.

 French Accents CH81J, from the Highland Collection

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 Exquisite Rugs 6246 Gianna L13

EXQUISITE RUGS ............................................................................ Showroom: IHFC, Hamilton, Second Floor, H204 exquisiterugs.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? We’re introducing a number of new collections this market, ranging from soft, textured neutrals to bold, abstract patterns to a new twist on traditional rugs. The collections feature a mix of materials and techniques, providing a variety of options for every aesthetic. Have you changed anything about your showroom recently? If so, what? We’ve updated our displays to better highlight the scale and detail of our rugs, allowing visitors to get a more comprehensive sense of each piece. What are you most excited about for this upcoming market? We’re always excited to share our newest designs with our customers and see their reaction to the creative pieces we’ve developed. A major highlight is always connecting with our loyal clients and also meeting new people in the industry. What are some trends you’re seeing in rug designs? The market is showing a general trend towards designs that prioritize comfort and a natural feel. We’re seeing a rise in specific color palettes and material compositions that contribute to this overall natural aesthetic. Do you have any events planned for the market? We’ll have coffee and tea available every morning, and will be serving refreshments and other beverages throughout the day. We’re grateful for the staff who are with us in every market helping to make the showroom look outstanding.

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S&HRUGS ............................................................................ Showroom: Suites at Market Square, M1015 shrugs.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? We will be introducing a new flat weave with pile combination, a different texture and denser weave to our chunky minimalist collection. A few additions from our sari silk rug artists with some amazing color combinations breakthroughs will be on display. We will also be showing antique re-creation pieces, distressed with multiple amounts of washing cycles with zero pile. New colors and designs. Don’t miss out new color combinations to our birds of paradise collection as well as the sparrows. The new oxidized wool with exposed weft collection is a must see. What are some trends you’re seeing in rug designs? Greens, browns, golds and warmer tones are definitely more trending than the greys and cool blue tones. Despite the less than optimum economic and political news relating to our home decor sector which mainly suffers from lack of individuals moving or upgrading to a new home I expect a busy selling season and more interest in re-decorating. We have special colors and designs combined with great quality and pricings. It’s important to mention that we will not be increasing our prices this year due to the recent government tariffs.

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(HRI) HAROUNIAN RUGS INTERNATIONAL ............................... Showroom: IHFC, D-431 hrirugs.com

 (HRI) Harounian Rugs International ‘s Milo Collection

 The New Mira Collection by KAS

KAS ............................................................................ Showroom: IHFC G-270 kasrugs.com KAS is proud to partner and collaborate with the Design Besties and Interior Design Community for our designer panel talk this fall High Point Market 2025. The Design Besties are interior designers Whitney Atkinson, Nikki Watson, Rhobin Delacruz and Lori Johnson. What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? This market we have new handmade, power-loomed and washable rugs that we will be showcasing. Our new handmade collections include Sophia, Denali and Aspen. Our power-loomed collections are Mira and Portia with new additions to our washable London collection. What are you most excited about for this upcoming market? This market we are excited to be collaborating with the Design Besties and Interior Design Community to bring creative minds together for an empowering discussion

9:30 am with a social hour and talk at 10:30 am. We will be serving coffee and pastries to fuel up the morning so attendees can move about their day with extra energy. KALATY ............................................................................ Showroom: IHFC, G-369 kalaty.com Among the Kalaty fall High Point market hand-knotted highlights: The 100-percent wool contemporary hand-knotted designs of the Rove Collection; the updated-classic Oushak inspirations of the 100-percent wool Caldera Collection; the simple transitional elegance of the 100-percent premium wool Genesis Collection; the especially luxurious hand- knotted updated-traditional Piazza Collection made entirely of 100-percent silk yarns; the Prato Collection with its sophisticated modern abstract designs hand knotted entirely of luxurious 100-percent silk yarns; the Lima Collection, a timeless collection of hand-knotted 100-percent premium hand-spun wool borderless classic floral patterns in an array of desirable modern colorways.

centered around creating deeper friendships and connections in the industry that elevate careers. What are some trends you’re seeing in rug designs? There are re-imagined classical and organic spaces which are demanding more patterned styles and natural materials. We have new collections like Portia which have intricate yet subtle patterns in trending tones like moss green. There has also been greater demand for rugs that complement earth-toned interiors from natural materials to organic handmade styles. Do you have any events planned for market? We will be having a design panel with the Design Besties and moderated by Laurie Laizure, the founder of Interior Design Community. It takes places on Sunday, October 26th starting at

 Kalaty Piazza Collection PZ1441

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Among the Kalaty hand-finished Luxe-Weave™ highlights at High Point: The energetic contemporary artistic designs of the Paintwrks Collection, a new 100-percent wool hand- finished collection of modern designs derived from artwork by noted Brooklyn-based urban artist Katie Merz. For its High Point debut, there’s the launch of the new power-loomed WASH-ABLES by Kalaty series of collections – Merzglyphs and Sportsglyphs II, designed by urban artist Katie Merz and Cascade, a collection of eclectic designs. LAVINRUGS ........................................................................ Showroom: IHFC C212 lavinrugs.com What new introductions will you be showing in High Point at the fall market? We’re thrilled to introduce 15 new rug designs as part of Tamara Day’s latest collections with Lavin. Each piece is handmade from natural fibers, including jute and wool, alongside new introductions crafted from recycled PET. Inspired by select homes featured on Magnolia Network’s hit show Bargain Mansions, Tamara’s new designs continue to reflect her signature “laid-back luxe” aesthetic: an effortless blend of elegance, sophistication, and comfort. With rich textures and a calming color palette, these designs strike the perfect balance between refinement and ease. We can’t wait to welcome clients into our showroom to experience Tamara’s newest designs firsthand. Have you made any changes to your showroom recently? If so, what?

 Lavin Rug’s Mitra Black N5038

Do you have staff members who deserve extra recognition?

We’re proud to welcome Michael Castell as our new Director of Sales. With over 20 years in the flooring and home décor industry, Michael brings invaluable expertise to strengthen partnerships and drive growth nationwide. Michael will be attending his first market with us at Lavin Rugs. What are you most excited about for this upcoming market? We are excited to debut Tamara Day’s newest designs at this market and look forward to connecting with our customers inperson. What are some design and color trends you’re seeing?

TheLavin showroom continues to evolve with each market. This season, visitors will experience refreshed vignettes and softer design elements, thoughtfully curated to showcase our latest collections andnew introductions.

When it comes to design and color trends, we’re seeing a strong emphasis on natural elements and earth tones. Organic textures and nature- inspired palettes are resonating deeply with today’s customer. Soft neutrals, warm browns, muted greens, and calming sandy hues are being embraced for their timeless appeal and versatility.

JAIPUR LIVING ....................... Showroom: Commerce & Design, 4th Floor jaipurliving.com

TAMARIAN ......................... Showroom: Center Point on Russell 112 tamarian.com

 ABO02 from Jaipur Living’s Avis Collection

 Tamarian Decora Mink Green

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