15 Year Anniversary & 450+ New Product Introductions
October 05, 2022
LARGO, FL – This season is a can’t miss! With the recent purchase of 309 N. Hamilton, Wendover Art Group is thrilled to be in the heart of the luxury design district in High Point market and to partner with Feizy Rugs. Recognized as one of the largest manufacturers and innovators of area rugs in the world; Feizy will occupy the first two floors of the building with Wendover Art Group and Lowcountry Originals on the third floor.
“17 years ago we started as a poster company, we rebranded as Wendover Art Group in 2007 and have since expanded into the additional categories including: mirrors, lighting, sculpture, bed swings, wallcovering, and interior signage—and we are not stopping there! An exciting addition this market is the introduction of our sculpture line, which is something that our customers have been asking for years. High Point Market will provide an exciting opportunity for Wendover and Lowcountry Originals to further build new and existing relationships that are essential to continued growth and success,” says CEO Richard Forsyth.
The new Wendover Art Group showroom address is 309 N. Hamilton St – 3rd Floor, High Point, NC 27260. Located on the red line shuttle stop 18. Additional transportation for the upcoming Fall market will be provided to/from IHFC by Wendover, every 30 minutes.
FALL MARKET
WENDOVER TO DEBUT 450+ NEW PIECES OF ART. Wendover sources from hundreds of artists, including their own studio artisans and art consultants to craft luxury art for all lifestyles, such as: New Traditional, Industrial Loft, Modern Luxe, Lake Resort, American Ranch, Hamptons, Global, Low Country, and more. Plus, designer Thom Filicia produced a stunning collection that is both playful and bold, while Lillian August’s passion for textile, pattern, horses, and florals is in full swing.
“We are excited about this incredible and extensive assortment, Wendover Studio continues to impress at each product launch with their forward-thinking creative solutions and technologies for the luxury market.” says Sarah Guarnizo, Director of Marketing.
LOWCOUNTRY ORIGINALS TO DEBUT TWO NEW CATEGORY COLLECTIONS THIS MARKET: SCULPTURE AND MIRRORS. It was a natural progression for the brand to adventure into these categories. In addition, they will be introducing new lighting pieces ranging from sconces, pendants and chandeliers, plus a must-see bed swing. Keeping their vision of domestically made, handcrafted artisan pieces with a unique and organic twist; Lowcountry Originals will
continue to build their portfolio and create elegant pieces for designers across all industries.
Fall Market Event Schedule
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 - WE’RE OPEN!
Come to the Wendover Art Group and Lowcountry Originals showroom for early shopping all day.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2-5PM – LOWCOUNTRY ORIGINALS CELEBRATION
Stop by to see the debut of their new category collections: sculptures and mirrors. Plus, meet the makers, view new lighting and a vibrant to-be-seen bed swing.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2-5PM - 15 YEAR ANNIVERSARY PARTY
Wendover is celebrating 15 years! Join us while enjoying delicious food, music, and drink while watching artist Mary Elizabeth Peterson create an original painted masterpiece, live. Come see the gorgeous new collection of 450+ art pieces including new releases by Thom Filicia and Lillian August, plus exciting new introductions by Lowcountry Originals. You won’t want to miss this party.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 10AM-1PM - TOAST OF THE TOWN
Welcome to the neighborhood! Join Thom Filicia on a progressive brunch stopping off at his Home Collection partners Wendover Art Group (10:00-11:00 at 309 N. Hamilton); Feizy Rugs (11:00-12:00 at 309 N. Hamilton); and Vanguard Furniture (12:00-1:00 at 301 N. Hamilton).
MONDAY, OCTOBER 24 – ROSÉ ALL DAY!
Sip Sip Hooray, it’s Rosé all Day! Come to the Wendover Art Group and Lowcountry Originals showroom where they will pour Rosé all day long, and nosh on charcuterie from friends at The Blooming Board, starting at 2:00.
TUESDAY OCTOBER 25, 11AM-1PM – #HPMKT SOCIAL HOUR
Recharge and get happy with some light appetizers and refreshments while shopping the showroom.
About Wendover Art Group
Wendover Art Group is a domestic manufacturer of artwork, mirrors, wallcovering and interior signage which is concepted, created, and produced in a state-of-the-art facility in Largo, FL (Tampa/St. Petersburg), with showrooms in Atlanta, Dallas, High Point and Las Vegas. Wendover Art Group supports both residential and commercial spaces, including but not limited to interior designers, multi-family, retail, corporate, healthcare, hospitality and senior living. The Company produces high-quality art sourced directly from a diverse network of artists around the world, as well as originals created by its skilled Wendover Studio which is comprised of artists, graphic designers, visionaries and sculptors, whose mission is to explore innovative artisanal capabilities, create
industry leading product, and produce the finest exclusive artwork. Learn more at wendoverart.com and follow @wendoverart
Wendover’s
About Thom Filicia
Thom Filicia takes a modern yet classic approach where color, material and texture are used in thoughtful ways to create art with a sophisticated and authentic point of view.
Having launched collections of furniture, artwork, bedding, wallcoverings, textiles, drapery hardware and more, Thom continues to succeed in creating pieces that combine style and taste with today’s desire for comfort, clarity and innovation, resulting in collections that are both timely yet timeless. Learn more at thomfilicia.com and follow @thomfilicia.
NEW Product Intros Wendover & Thom Filicia’s NEW Product IntrosAbout Lillian August
With drama and a mastery of storytelling, Lillian August lifestyle designs are coveted for their range of expression—from historic archives to the clean designs found in her premiere furniture collection.
Lillian has specialized in the study of the decorative arts with her artistic talents as a painter, interior designer, furniture and textile designer. Lillian’s intrinsic relationship to the art world with her trademark look, blends periods and styles to reflect her signature point of view. Learn more at lillianaugust.com and follow @lillianagust.
Wendover & Lillian August’s NEW Product Intros
About Lowcountry Originals
In the Spring of 2022, Wendover Art Group announced the acquisition of Lowcountry Originals. Based in Bluffton, South Carolina, Lowcountry Originals offers custom lighting solutions committed to timeless craftsmanship inspired by the Lowcountry and made in the South.
In 2009 founder Becky Brackett noticed that designers were searching for custom lighting solutions, rather than mass-produced pieces. She began customizing handcrafted lighting with a unique and organic twist, providing custom, elegant pieces for designers across industries and styles. Lowcountry now has expanded their assortment over the years to bedswings, and now mirrors and sculpture. Today, she loves to see the excitement of designers and other creatives as they work with Lowcountry Originals to make projects come to life all over the nation. Learn more at lowcountryoriginals.com and follow @lowcountry_originals.
Lowcountry Originals NEW Product Intros
About Feizy
For more than 47 years, the Feizy family has built a legacy of fine craftsmanship that has set the industry standard for captivating design and superior construction. Nearly 13,000 men and women share the family’s passion for providing amazing products, making more than a million square feet of space in facilities in India, Turkey, Pakistan, Nepal and China run the looms that produce their rugs. Feizy is committed to providing the widest arrays of rugs in the U.S., ranging from the finest silks and wools to fashionable materials such as art silk and polypropylene. Learn more at feizy.com and follow at @feizyrugs
To contact Marketing, PR and Advertising contact: sarah.guarnizo@wendoverart.com For appointments during HPMKT contact: sarah.guarnizo@wendoverart.com