Norwalk Furniture, the American-made upholstery manufacturer, has announced the launch of a new Crypton® Home Fabrics collection designed by interior and furniture designer Kim Salmela, alongside a Talk + Tour collaboration with award-winning luxury designer Wendy Glaister during the Fall High Point Market.
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Kim Salmela (left) and North Oaks Pattern (right).
"We can't wait for Fall High Point Market. Over the last year, we have worked diligently to establish new goals with fresh perspectives in design and in manufacturing. As well as working to remodel our home in North Carolina, which breathes new life into our High Point showroom," said Tim Newlin, President of Norwalk Furniture. He added, "Our team is excited to invite market attendees to experience the evolution of our brand, at a curated selection of events and talks, with exciting frames + fabric premieres."
Headquartered in Norwalk, Ohio, Norwalk Furniture comprises three distinct brands: Norwalk Furniture, Studio 1902, and Kim Salmela for Norwalk. Built on a legacy of over a century of craftsmanship, the company is renowned for hand-crafted, benchmade quality, fast production times of around 35 days, and the ability to manufacture custom furniture on demand. As an employee-owned company, Norwalk emphasises sustainably sourced materials and eco-friendly processes, creating furniture designed for healthier homes.
Kim Salmela's second Crypton® collection features seven new fabric patterns, including updated colours of her signature North Oaks tapestry pattern, blending timeless stripes and checkerboards in durable, high-performance textiles. "This market, I am especially excited to pre-launch my second collection for Crypton fabrics, featuring modern, durable patterns that are designed to last. Our updated showroom will give both retailers and designers an inspirational look at how these new trends and products can be integrated in a truly liveable way," Salmela shared. Four of the new patterns will be previewed at Norwalk's IHFC M108 showroom during High Point Market, with the full collection launching at the Interwoven Textile Fair in November 2025.
On Sunday, 26 October at 11 a.m., Norwalk will host a Talk + Tour with Wendy Glaister, exploring "How Pairing Custom Upholstery, Sustainability + Performance Leads to Award-Winning Projects." Glaister commented, "The value of the meaning behind Norwalk's employee ownership and the extra perk of an entirely USA based manufacturing facility makes it all the more sweet… I am so happy to be able to spend time in their newly updated showroom, sharing with other designers how their beautiful forms and fabrics elevate rooms."
High Point Market visitors are invited to preview the collection, attend exclusive events, and experience over 100 new fabrics across sofas, sectionals, and chairs, with curated experiences including live music, cocktails, lunch, and gift bags.
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Event Highlights:
- Preview Party with Kim Salmela – 25 October, 3:30–6:00 PM, IHFC M108
- Wendy Glaister Talk + Tour – 26 October, 11:00 AM, IHFC M108
- Daily lunch & social hours – 24–28 October
Norwalk continues to blend tradition and innovation, offering custom, sustainable, American-made upholstery for designers, retail buyers, and consumers worldwide.
More information:
Norwalk Furniture
Cathy Linard
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www.norwalkfurniture.com
Crypton LLC
Elise Gabrielson
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www.crypton.com
