High Point, NC – The south’s premier destination for home furnishings just got brighter. The grand opening of the WAC GROUP’s combined showroom for luxury lighting powerhouses Schonbek and Modern Forms at the High Point Furniture Market marked a striking new chapter in contemporary lighting design. Melding centuries-old crystal craftsmanship with cutting-edge modern innovation, this dual-brand space is more than just a showroom—it’s an immersive design experience. The new showroom spans over 10,000 square feet in Suite H327 on the third floor of the International Home Furnishings Center (IHFC).
From the moment guests stepped into the space, they were enveloped in a glow of elegance. Gleaming chandeliers, dripping with hand-cut crystal, shimmered alongside sculptural LED pieces, suspended like functional works of art. In every direction, the light refracted off carefully layered surfaces, creating an atmosphere both warm and avant-garde.
One of the most striking aspects of the space is the interior design. Floor-to-ceiling ivory drapery, pristine white walls, textured wallpaper, and light European oak flooring serve as the perfect canvas to highlight the opulence of each fixture. The gallery-style arrangement of chandeliers, pendants, and sconces allows every piece to shine individually, yet together they form a cohesive celebration of craftsmanship and design. Plinths and pedestal displays—strategically spaced—elevate the presentation, quite literally, placing the lighting at eye level for maximum visual impact.
A show-stopping modern blue bar anchors the showroom, with curved barstools wrapped in ocean-colored velvet sitting under a polished creamy stone marble bartop. Accented with dramatic floral arrangements and framed by walls of blue porcelain and mirror, the bar is not only functional—it’s photogenic. It became an instant gathering point during the opening celebration, where design professionals mingled beneath cascading custom crystal installations that sparkled like constellations.
Modern Forms’ sleek, sculptural LED rings and geometrically driven pendant designs form a dynamic contrast to Schonbek’s heritage crystal chandeliers. From moody, blacked-out chandeliers to golden orbs and cascading prisms, the lighting on display is both dramatic and diverse, appealing to both traditionalists and modernists alike.
The opening celebration received rave reviews from interior designers, retailers, and the press alike. Guests were seen admiring the fixtures with cocktails in hand, seated on plush, contemporary lounge chairs, or strolling through the space, snapping photos against the stunning backdrops.
This new High Point showroom sets a new standard—not only for lighting presentation, but for how modern design can coexist with timeless elegance. With Schonbek and Modern Forms now illuminating the heart of the Market District, one thing is clear: the future of lighting is brilliantly bright.
About Schonbek
Founded in Bohemia in 1870, Schonbek offers a rich tradition of designing and manufacturing the most elegant and breathtaking crystal chandeliers, pendants, and sconces for over four generations. Schonbek crystal lighting is featured in Buckingham Palace, the White House, and many famous residences worldwide. From traditional to contemporary, our ancestral intimacy crafting heirloom-quality crystal chandeliers makes Schonbek a world leader in design. Featured in WAC Group, Schonbek includes the Schonbek Signature, Schonbek Beyond, and Forever by Schonbek collections. For more information, visit www.schonbek.com
About Modern Forms
Featured in WAC Group, Modern Forms offers LED Luminaires featuring high-tech, luxurious materials and upscale design trends, to defy convention and make evocative, bold statements that elevate hospitality spaces and luxury residences. Modern Forms Smart Fans feature silent DC motors and an exclusive App designed for smart integration and cloud-based, personalized controls, offering progressive and refined function and form. For more information, visit www.modernforms.com.
