Christine Schwalm Design

Do not adjust your screens or question your eyes.  That really is some guy sitting in the lotus position, meditating.  In the middle of the AD Home Show.  And no, he didn't break his concentration at all.  Let's focus instead on the design aspects, which only result in moderate head scratching.

Here's what's working for me:
the lanterns hung above the tables at varying heights
the swagged fabric to create drama
the red glasses that repeat the color
the variety of textures (silk, metal, rough wood, glass) to add interest

Here's what I'm less sure of:
the carts loaded with dishes in between the two tables.  It just reminds me a little to much of the dim carts in Chinatown.  Oh, and the random guy meditating. 
I remember there was something very similar to this at last year's show that natural, shibui, look that was more effective.  Here's a shot of last year's table.