And although he’s flexible with clients, he does follow a personal rule. “I avoid too many heavy or dark pieces in a design,” said Inman. “Simplicity is my idea of luxury; clean lines and refined finishes defy trends.”
“Antiques are used to humanize spaces and to tie the present with the past,” said Luisana. “Every physical space needs a connector to the past. It provides the thread that ties us all together and makes the experience real! And she believes you’ll know when you’ve found the right piece. “Go by your gut instinct when choosing an antique.”
That’s varying, yet constructive, advice from people who’ve spent decades selecting treasures that fulfill their clients’ needs and dreams. Whether your preference is antiques or reproductions, and your approach is guided by extensive research or immediate gut reaction, you can be sure to find authentic, unique, and exquisite gems from other eras in the halls at High Point Market.