Known as the “Furniture Capital of the World,” North Carolina is famous for its high-quality furniture. And for over a century, it’s been the heartbeat of the American furniture industry. But in recent decades, that business has changed dramatically, decimating the workforce and leaving average American consumers with two less-than-ideal options: high-end luxury products or cheap and mostly disposable mass-produced stuff.
This episode originally published on October 24, 2024 and features a trip to the High Point Furniture Market. The 2026 Spring Market is scheduled for April 25–29.
Featuring:
- Zaki Khalifa, former owner of Zaki Oriental Rugs in High Point, NC
- Tammy Nagum, President and CEO of the High Point Market Authority
- Federico Contigiani, President of Hickory Chair
- Matt Hartman, reporter at The Assembly
Thanks to the team at the High Point Market Authority for their help during Market week, especially Ben Muller…