The UpScale ReSale & Design Challenge is Wilmington’s most creative interior design competition. This 2-day fundraising event brings together local design firms who are challenged to utilize items donated to ReStore to upcycle, recycle, and repurpose into beautiful vignettes. All items are then made available for sale to benefit Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity!
About the UpScale ReSale Design Challenge
History of the UpScale ReSale
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity ReStore established the UpScale ReSale Design Challenge in 2014 and has seen over
6,000 attendees, 40+ designer participants, and raised over $160,000 over 9 years!
Tickets Coming Soon!
VIP Preview Party
Friday, March 14th, 2025
6:00 to 9:00pm
Advance Tickets: $65
Friday night’s VIP Preview Party offers the first chance to shop these beautiful designs while enjoying complementary hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer. And don’t miss your chance to vote for the coveted People’s Choice Award winner!
General Admission
Saturday, March 15th, 2025
9:00am to 2:00pm
All Tickets: $5
Saturday’s General Admission is the last chance to shop the UpScale ReSale and learn some techniques yourself at the DIY Demonstrations, hosted by Flea Body’s Antique Mall. See the demonstration schedule HERE!
Meet the Designers of the 2024 UpScale ReSale
Congrats to the Winners of the 2024 UpScale ReSale!
People’s Choice
1st Place
People’s Choice
2nd Place
People’s Choice
3rd Place
Spirit of the
UpScale ReSale
Designer’s Choice
Are you an Interior Designer interested in participating?
Email us or call 910-762-4744 ext. 126 for more info
Or click here to check out the UpScale ReSale Designer Handbook
Thank You to the Sponsors of the UpScale ReSale Design Challenge!
Food & Beverage Sponsors
Silent Auction Sponsors
Want to get involved? Sign up to Volunteer!
Not a designer and want to participate in another way? There are dozens of opportunities! From setup and breakdown, to sales and food service, we could use your help!
To learn more, check the Volunteer Handbook or contact the ReStore Volunteer Coordinator!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the UpScale ReSale work?
During the UpScale ReSale Design Challenge, 16 interior designers create beautiful 10’x10′ vignettes from ReStore resources. They are encouraged to use any donated materials they can find from the 3 Cape Fear ReStores. This can include furniture, decor, building materials – Anything donated to ReStore is fair game! They can then upcycle and refurbish these items into their designs. The more creative, the better!
Their designs are then put on display for the 2 day event. All items are for sale.
During Friday night’s VIP Preview Party, guests have the first chance to check out the designs, enjoy beer, wine and hors d’ouvres, and vote for the coveted People’s Choice Award. The winner is announced that evening.
Saturday’s general admission is open to the public and the last chance to shop the designs. There will also be DIY Demonstrations throughout the day, hosted by Flea Body’s Antique Mall.
When and how can I take the items I purchase at the event?
In order to preserve the designs for the full event, sold items cannot be taken until Saturday after 1:00pm. All items must be picked up at the venue on Saturday afternoon, or delivery is available.
Is delivery available?
Yes, delivery is available courtesy of Two Men and a Truck and can be purchased at any booth during checkout. Purchasing delivery at one booth will apply to all items purchased at the event.
If you purchase delivery for your items, you will be contacted within 3 business days of the UpScale ReSale to arrange a delivery time.
What do the proceeds from the UpScale ReSale support?
All proceeds from the UpScale ReSale support Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity’s efforts to build homes, community and hope. To learn more about Cape Fear Habitat’s affordable housing program, CLICK HERE
