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Jonathan Charles’ Launches Barcelona Collection, Interpreting Classic Forms through Modern Lens
August 5,
2020 by Jane Chero in Business Strategy, Designer Weekly, Industry 
Known for their skillfully handcrafted luxury home furnishings, Jonathan Charles is debuting the 28-pc. Barcelona Collection in their High Point Showroom located at 200 North Hamilton and, on their website, JonathanCharlesFurniture.com. The Collection is part of the company’s launch of multiple new lifestyle collections and stand-alone items premiering in time for the October High Point Market Oct. 13-21.
Interpreting classic forms through a modern lens, Barcelona celebrates the interplay of beautiful veneer work, stunning finish techniques and master metalwork in stainless steel with a warm champagne finish along with silver and gold leaf accents. The shaping of the case and seating pieces reflects an appreciation for a clean modern aesthetic while still referencing the historic motifs found in traditional styling.
“Barcelona’s outstanding craftsmanship makes this collection one of our best,” commented Eric Graham, president of Jonathan Charles. “The finely detailed veneer work with casual hand-rubbed low-luster lacquer finishes are very livable, not fussy. Highlighted by a blend of bleached walnut veneer patterns with champagne stainless steel details, the collection offers unique pieces that complement each other. Moreover, the design’s versatility makes it easy for designers and homeowners to use as a blended collection or to mix Barcelona with other collections to achieve a luxurious but approachable interior.”
The Barcelona Collection upholstery selections focus on the relaxing comfort found in traditional frames but reinterpreted in a more modern style for today’s affluent consumer. The Sofa and Lounge Chair are handsome from every angle. They are covered in richly textured Shamballa performance fabric and highlighted with walnut trim on the front arms that curves around to frame the back creating subtle motion. The Accent Chair’s classic form is vintage inspired but presented in a more modern structure for maximum comfort and outfitted in All Star Flax performance fabric to fit with current lifestyle needs.
A showstopper of the Collection is the shimmering two-door Accent Cabinet. The high-gloss black lacquered cabinet has an iridescent silver and gold leaf lacquered diamond pattern front that makes a stunning statement. The hand-cast stainless steel stretcher bar and legs along with the custom hardware gives it an elevated sophistication.