FAIRFAX, Va., Oct. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Thomasville Furniture, one of the most established names in furniture, is bringing a fresh design-centric approach to its stores this week with the introduction of Darryl Carter for Thomasville ( http://www.thomasville.com/darrylcarter ), a new collection created in collaboration with Washington, D.C. designer, Darryl Carter.
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The collection reflects the new traditional style that Carter is influencing in the design community, while embodying Thomasville's history of exceptional quality craftsmanship. It is arriving in Thomasville stores around the world this month, with a debut event near Carter's hometown, followed by a series of how-to design events at select Thomasville stores.
"Darryl Carter for Thomasville is sophisticated yet comfortable, desirable yet attainable, classic yet contemporary, and is therefore defining the emerging style known as new traditional," said Ed Teplitz, president, Thomasville Furniture. "By combining the resources of Thomasville design centers with Darryl's no-fail tips, a designer look is now easily accessible."
Darryl Carter is hosting each event and will explain the design philosophy behind the collection's artful mixes of woods, modern finishes and fabrics that allow for easy, beautiful mixing-and-matching. He will demonstrate how classic design details and modern function come together for a chic yet timeless look that anyone can create at home.
Carter will also be signing copies of his recently released book, The New Traditional, at the events to be held in the following markets:
2008 2009 * Oct. 14 - Fairfax, Va. * Jan. 6 - Perimeter, Ga. * Oct. 27 - Bellevue, Wash. * Jan. 8 - West Boca, Fla. * Nov. 11 - Brookfield, Conn. * Jan. 20 - Manchester, Mo. * Nov. 13 - Paramus, N.J. * Jan 22 - Overland Park, Kan. * Nov. 25 - Mexico City, Mexico * Feb. 5 - Southlake, Texas * Dec. 2 - Naperville, Ill. * Feb. 17 - Alexandria, Va. * Dec. 4 - Edina, Minn. * Mar. 19 - San Jose, Calif. * Mar. 22-28 - Bangkok, China
"Your home should be a respite rooted in things you love, aesthetics and function -- a place that pairs practical with beautiful and perfection with imperfection," said Darryl Carter. "By providing a few key pieces of advice, I hope to empower you to trust your instincts enough to be your own best design resource."
Preparation for the launch of Darryl Carter for Thomasville began in late 2007, with an exclusive media preview held in New York for magazine editors in early 2008. The collection was introduced to industry media and Thomasville dealers during Spring Furniture Market in Thomasville, N.C. As a result, anticipation for this month's consumer launch and in-store availability has been sparked by coverage in publications such as Elle Décor, Traditional Home, Western Interiors, House Beautiful and O, The Oprah Magazine.
Darryl Carter for Thomasville includes furniture, lighting, accessories, rugs and textiles. For photos and more information about the collection: http://www.thomasville.com/DarrylCarter/.
About Darryl Carter
Design authorities have referred to Carter's style as "the new traditional" and have lauded his unusual sense of refinement and seamless blending of contemporary with antique. Working from his passion for aesthetics and inherent good taste rather than formal training, Carter has achieved something quite rare in the world of interior decorating - a signature look.
About Thomasville
Based on a strong history of superior craftsmanship, Thomasville is recognized as a trusted design resource around the world. With in-store designers in more than 150 retail stores in its growing network, Thomasville is dedicated to helping each customer create a look that makes her proud of her home. Thomasville is a subsidiary of Furniture Brands International . For more information about Thomasville, please call 1-800-225-0265 or visit http://www.thomasville.com/.
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