interzum exhibition is about to return to Cologne to mark its footprint in the global furniture supplier and interior design industry. This international furniture and interior design trade fair is scheduled to take place from 20-23 May in Cologne, welcoming over 1,600 exhibitors from across 55 countries. This upcoming edition of interzum fair 2025 is going to be a transformative one, emphasizing more on future-focused solutions, sustainable initiatives, and smart technologies.
The central theme of interzum 2025 is going to be “Rethinking Resources: Circular and Bio-based Solutions.” The theme very well signifies and brings attention to the sustainable transformation of furniture production. Moreover, this leading trade fair will bring forth important discussions related to the future of the furniture industry, the role of bio-based materials, circular concepts, and much more, in the scheduled presentations, lectures, and forums.
The three innovative exhibition segments and their specialized events
To streamline the experience of visitors at the trade fair, the event will be divided into three segments. The first segment is Functional and Components. This will present solutions for increased customer satisfaction requirements in the arena of energy efficiency, comfort, and technology. Second is the Materials and Nature, which is going to primarily focus on sustainable resources and innovative materials such as wood, decorative paper, surface treatments, and much more. The last segment is Textile and Machinery, which will focus on high-quality textiles and processing technologies.
Additionally, three insightful events are going to happen at interzum fair 2025 that will serve as a catalyst for the furniture and design industry. The first event by the interzum Materials and Nature Trend Forum is “Biocircular Materials.” It will aim at presenting material solutions that are ideal for reducing CO2 emissions. Additionally, it will also focus on solutions for facilitating closed product cycles. The second specialised event is “Rethink Furniture – Less, but Better” under the interzum Functional and Components Forum. It will showcase the way new furniture concepts are coming into the picture with the help of smart technologies and innovation. The third segment, Interzum Textile and Machinery, is going to organise “Digital Product Passport: Pathway to Circularity.” This will focus on the path to a circular economy and the importance of developing a key tool to enhance transparency.
A dual-format stage at interzum fair 2025
The key highlight of the Cologne interzum exhibition 2025 will be the stage on the Boulevard North. This stage will present double inspiration to the visitors by hosting two distinct formats. The first one is the interzum Trend Stage, which will act as a knowledge-sharing platform. Additionally, international experts will provide their insights and highlight developments and issues in the furniture, material, and interior design industry. The second format, interzum Product Stage, will allow the companies to present their new products and forward-looking strategies.
Major highlights of the interzum fair 2025
One of the major highlights of the interzum event this year is going to be the interzum award, an internationally renowned accolade. This award will honour the most outstanding and innovative solutions among 146 entries submitted by 80 exhibitors from 23 countries. Additionally, for the first time, awards will be presented under the latest “Rethinking Resources” category. The winning entries will also get a golden opportunity to be featured at a special exhibition on Boulevard North.
Another highlight of the event will involve visitors coming together and joining a happy hour on the piazza. Here they will enjoy and get an opportunity to make new connections. It will be an interactive and fun experience altogether.
Convergence of global industry leaders and distinguished visitors
interzum fair 2025, happening in Cologne, is going to host several global industry leaders, exhibitors, and high-profile visitors from the furniture and interior design industry. Some of the leading companies from the supply side are going to participate in the event. These includes A. & H. Meyer, AGRO International, Alvic, Arturo Salice, Bachmann, Blum, Bock 1, Häfele, Hera, Hettich, OMP, Pfaff, Samet, Saviola, Vauth-Sagel, and Vefer. Additionally, several prominent companies such as Ergomotion, Fritz Kohl, Parmel, and Rehau are making a comeback to interzum.
Moreover, on the visitor front, interzum will welcome international delegations and top-tier decision-makers from major companies. These include Audi, IKEA, BMW Group, Duravit, JYSK, Chanel, Vitra, Tempur Sealy, and Hyundai Motor Europe. Additionally, this unique gathering of influential exhibitors and buyers positions interzum interior design fair 2025 as the definitive platform for networking, sourcing, and shaping the future of furniture and interior design.
About Koelnmesse
Koelnmesse is one of the prestigious trade fair organisers across the world. It organises fairs in the areas of the living room, contract, and public spaces. Also, a few of its foreign trade fairs are La Feria De Diseño Medellín – powered by imm cologne in Colombia, ORGATEC TOKYO in Japan, ORGATEC INDIA in Mumbai, etc.
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