The Hunt for the Extraordinary
In the world of interior design and retail curation, finding truly one-of-a-kind pieces is like striking gold. For many designers and store owners, like Patina Polished Living, the challenge lies not in spotting what’s beautiful—but in finding what no one else has. Sourcing unique pieces isn’t as easy as it once was. Markets are saturated with reproductions and look-alikes. What our clients and customers crave are those unexpected gems.
Patina's partners, Amanda Mertins and Kimberly Weiler at market.
Enter High Point
Twice a year, during the High Point Market, over 75,000 design professionals gather to comb through millions of square feet of showroom space. We do visit our established vendors, but among the sleek, modern lines of new collections, there’s another avenue to explore: the Antique and Design Center. With over 70 dealers showcasing collections of antiques, vintage finds, original artwork, and artisan-made goods, it's a haven for discovery.
As you read, we are buying!
Sourcing from High Point is more than shopping—it’s a pilgrimage—one which takes heart and lots of hustle. The photos are from our previous trip. We can’t wait to share our upcoming finds with you.
Come visit us at Patina at 111 S. Columbus Street and see what we have for both your interior and backyard and gardens.
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