BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Design Weeks & Events Guide - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Design Weeks & Events Guide X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://designweekguide.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Design Weeks & Events Guide REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/Berlin BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0200 TZNAME:CEST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0200 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:CET DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20230101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240114T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240118T180000 DTSTAMP:20250103T162948Z CREATED:20231101T210513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T162948Z UID:567-1705222800-1705600800@designweekguide.com SUMMARY:imm cologne DESCRIPTION:The imm cologne trade show is one of the most important furnishing show in the world.\nIt comes back for the first complete edition after the pandemic on January\, 14-18\, 2024\, at Koelnmesse Halls in Cologne.\nRight at the start of every year\, imm cologne presents the new international furniture and interior trends\, and surprises visitors with many market-ready innovations. The huge depth and breadth of what’s on show is combined with high standards of product presentation. imm cologne also provides an effective platform for up-and-coming designers.  \nRead here to discover more about imm cologne 2024 \nimm cologne 2020\, photo courtesy imm cologne \nTrade visitors appreciate its distinct business atmosphere and high standards of service and organisation. For one week in January\, it is the epicentre of the international furnishing and design world. In addition to the trade shows\, the city of Cologne organizes an extensive programme of events in town. \nimm cologne is one of the world’s most important furniture fairs. More than 128\,000 visitors attended the 2020 edition\, the last one before the pandemic\, with 52 percent of operators coming from abroad\, from 145 different countries. Exhibitors are also very international at imm cologne\, with more than 70 percent of companies coming from abroad. \nFounded in 1949 in Cologne\, the imm cologne trade show\, since 2020\, has been focusing on a new challenge\, the imm cologne 2030 innovation program. This is a program that focuses on the reorganization of subject areas\, and a new relationship with buyers\, also taking into account changing consumer needs. \nIn 2024 edition\, there are three exhibit sections: Pure\, Home e Sleep. \nDiscover Design Post  \nimm cologne Pure\nIs the exclusive premium segment: inspirational platform for luxury brands\, high-end products and innovative design. Pure offers some different exhibition formats\, Pure Galleries\, to showcase furniture like in an art gallery. \nDiscover Design Post 2024 \n \nPure segment at imm cologne 2020\, Ligne Roset booth\, photo courtesy imm cologne \nimm cologne Home\nThis is the area dedicated to the lifestyle-oriented interiors. Here you can find stylish living spaces for sophisticated comfort\, and smart furniture for young lifestyles. Moreover\, flat-pack furniture\, smart solutions for smart home\, upholstered furniture for living room.  \nimm cologne Sleep\nThe whole universe of sleep: revolutionary concepts for the ultimate in comfort – from mattresses and sleep systems to high-quality accessories.  \nBathroom design at imm cologne 2020\, photo courtesy imm cologne \nimm Pure Talents Contest\nEvery edition\, imm cologne hosts the Pure Talents Contest\, the design competition for up-and-coming talent! Organised by imm cologne\, the Pure Talents Contest is the stage on which designers present their creative ideas and innovative concepts. As one of the world’s most prestigious competitions\, it offers design talent a unique springboard into the interior design industry. The Contest gives them the opportunity to establish valuable contacts and business relationships. The Pure Talents Contest celebrates its 20th edition at imm cologne 2024 with an exciting new concept. \nAmong the jurors of the 2024 edition\, we can mention Marco Dessí\, Studio Dessí\, Designer\, Vienna\, Esther Jongsma\, VANTOT\, Designer\, Eindhoven\, Jonas Wagell\, Studio JWDA\, Stockholm\, Tomás Alonso\, Tomás Alonso Design Studio\, London and Yael Mer\, Designstudio Raw-Edges\, London. \nDiscover Passagen\, the side events at imm cologne \nWhy visit \nimm cologne is one of the most important trade fairs in the world. Founded in 1949\, until the 1990s it was the most important furniture fair in the world.\nHere\, in the 1970s\, design-oriented companies offered impressive displays on the riverfront. An ante-litteram Milan Design Week. Among the projects that left their mark\, we can mention Visiona\, a Bayer-sponsored living research study involving Joe Colombo\, Verner Panton\, and Olivier Mourgue. \nToday\, imm cologne is the second largest and most important European furniture trade fair\, and one of the most important in the world.\nAll the best German companies exhibit there\, as well as many of the best international companies in high-end furniture design. \nWith the new concept\, imm cologne places even more emphasis on networking and hospitality. Therefore\, The fair is the perfect place to activate new contacts and inform about trends\, as well as business exchanges. \nimm cologne\, Koelnmesse\, Cologne\, January 14-18 2024\nimm cologne is for professional only\nSize: 1\,233 exhibitors\, 128\,000 visitors in 2020\nVisit website imm-cologne.com for more info \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/imm-cologne/ LOCATION:Koelnmesse\, Messeplatz 1\, Cologne\, 50679\, Germany CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://designweekguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/imm-cologne-ingresso-orizzontale-slider.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240114T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240118T170000 DTSTAMP:20241111T211956Z CREATED:20231228T145007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T211956Z UID:1286-1705222800-1705597200@designweekguide.com SUMMARY:Design Post x imm cologne DESCRIPTION:Design Post\, in Cologne\, is not quite an event. In fact\, it is a permanent showroom\, which comes alive at certain\, particularly representative trade fairs. Design Post Cologne is located at Deutz-Mülheimer-Strasse 22a in Cologne\, so exactly opposite the halls of Koelnmesse. This is a forward-looking location that allows companies to have a permanent showroom\, and attract trade fair visitors to the adjacent halls.\nIn addition\, Design Post\, carved out of a Post Office building\, is a particularly striking and attractive location with post-industrial architecture. \nDiscover imm cologne 2024 \nThe Design Post building in Cologne. Photo: Lucas Hardonk \nA post-industrial building in Cologne: Design Post\nCurrently\, 38 brands are exhibiting on Design Post’s more than 3\,500 square meters of floor space; these are high-end design brands\, all of which worldwide renowned. The daylit environment on two levels offers a 360-degree view of the various displays\, which range from 50 sqm to 300 sqm or more. The visit to Design Post happens in a particularly relaxed atmosphere even during trade shows; for companies\, it is like having a three-dimensional catalog\, where operators can see products up close and immerse themselves in the brand vibe. \nDiscover imm cologne 2024 \n \nThe geo location allows Design Post to have a broad catchment area\, thanks in part to the excellent connection infrastructure. The Cologne-Düsseldorf-Ruhr region boasts the highest density of architects\, interior designers and planners in Germany. The building is thus a hub for major trade fairs in the industry\, with about 142\,000 visitors from 137 countries (for imm cologne) and 50\,000 visitors from 123 countries (for Orgatec). It is easily accessible from both Cologne/Bonn Airport (20 minutes by cab or train)\, Düsseldorf Airport (45 minutes by cab or train) and Frankfurt Airport (60 minutes by ICE\, direct). It is also 5-minute walk from Köln-Deutz Station. There is also a direct connection to the major highways A1\, A3\, and A4. \nWhy visit \nVarious interesting brands exhibit at Design Post\, and there are also several talks with leading figures from the industry. The architecture of the place is definitely worth a visit\, as are the food venues. Reaching is very convenient; just exit the South entrance and cross the street.\nIn addition\, the selection of high-end brands allows for an overview of industry trends\, even on a quick visit to a small venue. \nDesign Post’s next special event is imm cologne 2024\, January 14-18\nDesign Post is open to professionals and general public\, upon registration\nSize: 38 brands\, 152\,000 visitors (imm cologne)\, 50\,000 visitors (Orgatec)\nVisit DesignPost.de website for more info \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n\n\n  URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/design-post-x-imm-cologne/ LOCATION:Design Post\, Deutz-Mülheimer-Strasse 22a\, Cologne\, 50679 CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://designweekguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/design_post_koln_14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240111T090000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/Berlin:20240114T180000 DTSTAMP:20241111T184356Z CREATED:20231120T213142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T184356Z UID:814-1704963600-1705255200@designweekguide.com SUMMARY:Domotex DESCRIPTION:Domotex – Home of Flooring – is the international trade show for the flooring sector\, in Hannover\, an ideal place for networking and getting business leads. Domotex Hannover 2023 recorded 730 exhibitors\, 69% international\, the audience consisted of 80 percent decision makers. Despite the broad range of themes and the strong presence of Domotex in consumer press\, radio\, and television\, the ratio of professional trade visitors to regular attendees is high at 95.3 percent. This clearly demonstrates that doing business is the foremost goal.  \nDiscover more on Domotex 2024 \n \nInternational audience at Domotex\nAny company in the industry\, whether smaller firms or enterprises with over 10\,000 employees\, can find a suitable platform at Domotex – and that applies to fields of responsibility\, too. Company management\, research and development\, assembly and production\, purchasing etc. all meet here.\nIt pays to come to Hannover: two-third of attendees come from outside Germany\, and more than half of them come from outside the EU. In 2020\, the last edition before the pandemic\, Great Britain\, India\, Turkey\, Netherlands and USA led visitor statistics. This is how DOMOTEX achieves its global pull. \nTop flooring trends\nCozy carpets\, classy parquet flooring\, magnificent oriental carpets\, and stylish designer floor coverings. As a leading international trade fair\, Domotex presents the world’s top flooring trends. \nDiscover all the January design events by Designweekguide \n \nThe Digital Boom\nThe industry estimates that the importance of online commerce has grown by 61.6 percent in the past years. In line with this\, the interest of professional visitors in products and services related to digital themes such as visualization and planning software or sales support tools\, has also risen. \nA returning public\nThe number of returning and first-time visitors to Domotex are about even. Repeat exhibitors therefore have the opportunity to develop new target groups while at the same time fostering their existing contacts. 42.1 percent of professional attendees are return visitors. \nDiscover more on Domotex 2024 \nWhy visit\nDomotex is one of the leading trade fairs in Europe and the world\, for quality and quantity of products and solutions for floor and wall coverings\, textile but not only. \nThe 2023 edition\, finally in full swing after the pandemic\, hosted 730 exhibitors and about 45\,000 trade visitors\, 80 percent decision makers. \nFor the past few years\, Domotex has focused on sustainability. Thus\, many floor coverings were based on natural materials like cork\, wood\, rubber\, and more.\nHighlighting this theme is the Green Collection Awards\, presented for the first time at Domotex in Hanover\, 2023\, which recognizes sustainable products and production processes and exceptionally committed companies. An independent panel of judges\, including Bayram Aslan\, director of TFI Aachen; Joachim Stumpp\, managing director of the materials database raumPROBE; Roman Eberharter\, president of the European Federation of Furniture Retailers (FENA); Reto Aschwanden\, managing director of the nonprofit organization Label STEP; and Thomas Pfnorr\, head of sustainability at SN-Verlag\, selected nine winners for 2023. \nDomotex\, Messegelände\, Hannover\, January 11-14\, 2024\nDomotex is for professionals only\nSize: 730 exhibitors\, 45\,000 visitors in 2023\nVisit website Domotex.de for more info \nDiscover all the January design events by Designweekguide URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/domotex-hannover/ LOCATION:Messegelände\, Messegelände\, Hanover\, 30521\, Germany CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://designweekguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/domotex-flooring.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240112T170000 DTSTAMP:20241111T182117Z CREATED:20231203T223447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241111T182117Z UID:442-1704790800-1705078800@designweekguide.com SUMMARY:Heimtextil Frankfurt DESCRIPTION:Heimtextil\, by Messe Frankfurt\, is the industry’s most important global event for interior textiles\, interior design\, and interior trends. With its new products and trends\, Heimtextil Frankfurt kicks off the upcoming season and gives important impulses to exhibiting companies and professional visitors worldwide. \nHeimtextil Frankfurt: a leading fair\nHeimtextil is one of the most important trade fairs in upholstery textiles and interior design. In addition to upholstery textiles\, manufacturers of carpets\, household linens\, technical textiles\, and fabric technologies are exhibited at Heimtextil.\nBefore the pandemic\, Heimtextil reached about 2\,700 exhibitors and exceeded 67\,000 visitors in some editions. It is an international fair\, confirmed by exhibitors from more than 59 countries. Visitors also come from all over the world\, from 129 countries. The audience is the vast majority of professionals\, and decision-makers are more than 60 percent. Nearly 30 percent of the operators include small retailers\, large chains\, large-scale retail\, and e-commerce; 21 percent are distributors. 13 percent are interior designers\, architects\, and Horeca representatives. Finally\, 12 percent are industry representatives. \n \nFrankfurt: a long tradition in trade fairs\nOrganized by Messe Frankfurt\, Heimtextil is in the first half of January in the halls of Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt. Before Heimtextil\, home textiles were part of the Frankfurt Spring Fair. Between the 1960s and 1970s\, the expansion of the market segment led to an independent fair. The first edition in 1971 attracted more than 600 exhibitors from 26 countries. Since then\, the number of exhibitors has grown to 2\,658 from 62 countries\, in 2013. Heimtextil continues a very long tradition of fairs in Frankfurt; the first Frankfurt Autumn Fair was established as a regular fair as early as 1240. \nDiscover all the January design events by Designweekguide \n \nThe Frankfurt show is not just a product exhibition; it is also an information hub. In each edition\, Heimtextil published a booklet and exhibition featuring emerging trends. To cater to young talent\, Heimtextil also organizes the Heimtextil University Contest. Each year\, students from design universities worldwide\, have an opportunity to present their latest and most unusual projects and have them evaluated by a panel of experts. \nDiscover all the January design events by Designweekguide \nWhy visit \nHeimtextil is one of the world’s leading trade fairs in interior design textiles. It’s the first tradeshow of the year\, and from here emerge the trends that drive the projects of designers and interior designers\, both in the residential and Horeca sectors.\nThe exhibitors\, in fact\, are not only manufacturers of upholstery fabrics and carpets but also companies specializing in technologies. Technology in fabric production plays an increasingly important role.\nSustainability requires recyclable fabrics\, and increasingly less polluting manufacturing processes. Bio-engineered fabrics can be more sustainable\, as they come from natural proteins. In addition\, bio-engineering allows for more biodegradable fabrics. \n \nHeimtextil offers a broad overview of these issues\, and all the latest technologies. In addition\, the Heimtextil University Contest allows people to see the design ability of university students participating in the Contest and gives them global visibility. \nHeimtextil\, Messe Frankfurt\, January 9-12\, 2024\nHeimtextil is for professionals only\nSize: 2\,500 exhibitors (around)\, 60.000 visitors (around)\nVisit Heimtextil website for more info URL:https://designweekguide.com/event/heimtextil-frankfurt/ LOCATION:Messe Frankfurt\, Ludwig-Erhard-Anlage 1\, Frankfurt\, 60327\, Germany CATEGORIES:Design & Furniture Trade Shows ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://designweekguide.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/heimtextil_frankfurt_9.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR