HIGH POINT — Bobby Berk, interior designer, author and Emmy-nominated host of “Queer Eye,” will give the Sunday Keynote address during the fall High Point Market.
Moderated by Kelli Ellis, a celebrity interior designer and design psychology expert, the presentation will include discussion about Berk’s new book “Right at Home” and the intersection of design and mental health. Berk will share why he chose to write a book dedicated to how good design is good for the mind; the connection between living spaces and self care; and how to use design to better our lives — a mantra he has lived by and continues to focus on in his design work. In Berk’s conversation with Ellis, they will also open up about their own design careers, what obstacles they’ve overcome and why interior design is so essential.
To celebrate the publication of Berk’s first solo book, set to be officially released Sept. 12, 400 complimentary signed copies of Berk’s hardcover publication will be available for Sunday Keynote guests first-come, first-served.
“Bobby Berk has been a long-standing voice at High Point Market, and we’re delighted to welcome him back in October as Sunday’s speaker for our popular Keynote Series,” says Tammy Nagem, High Point Market Authority president and CEO. “Market attendees won’t want to miss out on this insightful conversation and unique educational opportunity.”
Taking place from 3 to 4 p.m. in the High Point Theatre on Oct. 15, the Sunday Keynote event will be open to all registered High Point Market attendees and is sponsored by Karastan Rugs. Doors will open at 2:30 p.m. Following the event, a cocktail hour with Bobby Berk will be hosted at the Karastan Rugs showroom for Keynote attendees. Additional keynote event details may be found online at www.highpointmarket.org/keynoteseries.
