For Immediate Release

New Tenants, Major Expansions, Relocations at Showplace for April High Point Market
Palm Springs Rattan Joins, FishTales Quadruples Space, New Mother's Lounge, Social Events & More

High Point, NC – (March 31, 2016) – Showplace welcomes leading outdoor manufacturer Palm Springs Rattan along with newcomer Majestic Framing for Spring High Point Market, April 16-20. Also new –Forty West (SHOW 2300) moves from a temporary a temporary showroom to a permanent space on the second floor. Painted outdoor furniture and accessories purveyor FishTales has quadrupled their space on the third floor (SHOW 3413), joined by Eleanor Rigby (SHOW 3605), who moves to the third floor adjacent to Joybird.

They join an already impressive list of exhibitors including anchors American Leather, Elements, Four Hands, Furniture Classics, Home Trends & Design, Jaipur, Rowe, Steve Silver, Sunpan Modern Home and Surya. Covering more than 800,000 square feet, Showplace provides an incredibly diverse array of product offerings in one location.

“There’s only one Showplace,” says Scott Eckman, Executive Vice President, Marketing and Furniture Leasing for International Market Centers (IMC). “An ideal location along with a solid reputation for offering a variety of resources at all price points makes the property one of the most popular among buyers in High Point. Spring Market features an even greater presentation for outdoor furniture, with new tenants and expansions, plus a great showcase in the walkway so attendees can enjoy the furniture in a natural setting.”

Look for great events and amenities at Showplace, including: morning and afternoon music throughout the floors during Market, as well as complimentary coffee and pastries starting at 9:00 AM in the atrium; Afternoon Socials from 4:30-6 PM and “Sunset on 3” events from 5:30-7 PM with complimentary beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres; Bramble’s 25th Anniversary Luncheon Series (Saturday-Monday) and Cocktails (Saturday-Monday; 5:00-7:00PM); Surya’s 40th Anniversary Party, Sunday, April 17 starting at 7:00PM (SHOW 4100); and the NEW Mother’s Lounge on the second floor (2405B).

Showplace is a known destination for outdoor products – with companies such as Agio, Pelican Reef, Telescope, Treasure Garden, Panama Jack and The Hammock Source as established exhibitors.

Regarded as a shopping destination for Top 100 and big box retailers as well as small-to-medium retailers and designers, Showplace features a broad selection of rugs, wall art, decorative accessories, upholstery, leather, case goods, juvenile products and more.  Centrally located just steps away from the Transportation Terminal – the hub of High Point Market – the current mix of manufacturers augments Showplace’s designer-friendly offering, further enhancing the overall shopping experience for buyers and designers.

For complete information about events, exhibitors and more, please visit www.imchighpointmarket.com.

Spring High Point Market runs from Saturday, April 16 – Wednesday, April 20. Showroom hours are Saturday – Tuesday 8am – 7pm; and Wednesday 8am – 5pm.

To register: http://www.highpointmarket.org/register
Find accommodations: http://www.highpointmarket.org/plan-your-trip/accommodations
Take advantage of the free airport shuttle service: http://www.highpointmarket.org/plan-your-trip/airport-shuttles;
and more, visit: http://www.highpointmarket.org/

About International Market Centers, L.P.
International Market Centers, L.P. (IMC) is the world’s largest operator of premier showroom space for the furnishings, home décor and gift industries. IMC owns and operates 12.1 million square feet of world-class exhibition space in High Point, N.C. and Las Vegas, including the 14 primary buildings at the High Point Market. In addition, IMC operates the Las Vegas Design Center, a year-round resource open to both the design trade and consumers with more than 40 showrooms and hundreds of designer brands. IMC’s mission is to build and operate an innovative, sustainable, profitable and scalable platform for the furnishings, home décor and gift industries.

Media Contact:
Eden Bloss
PR Communications Manager
ebloss@imcenters.com | (336) 821-1548