Redefining kitchen design and functionality, one tap at a time

Expanding its design offering in 2026, Quooker introduces the new Flex in Patinated Brass – a warm, living finish that develops a natural patina over time, ensuring each tap becomes uniquely characterful. Available in both Round and Square spout designs, and compatible with the CUBE for chilled still and sparkling water, this distinctive new finish seamlessly combines craftsmanship with innovation. It joins Quooker’s refined palette of finishes, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to uniting sustainability, functionality and timeless design in one intelligent kitchen solution.

Heimtextil 2026 concluded with 148 participating nations, stable exhibitor and visitor numbers at a consistently high year-on-year level, and a growing share of top-level decision-makers. As the world’s leading trade fair for home and contract textiles and textile design, Heimtextil once again proved to be a reliable partner for the industry – at a time when the market environment is shaped by geopolitical tensions, recalibrated trade flows and changing consumer sentiment. “Volatile tariff policies and geopolitical uncertainties are reshaping global sourcing and trade structures. At the same time, markets in ASEAN and Europe are gaining in importance. The need for orientation, market transparency, reliable partners and new business opportunities is increasing. Especially in the current climate, a dependable platform such as Heimtextil is indispensable as a central meeting point for the global industry,” said Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt.

Strong industry confidence: global relevance and high decision-making quality
Heimtextil 2026 brought supply and demand together with even greater precision, highlighting global trends, relevant market segments and alternative business models. With an international share of 96 per cent on the exhibitor side, Heimtextil united key production and sales markets along the entire textile value chain. The top ten exhibitor countries included China, India, Pakistan, Türkiye, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal, the United Kingdom and the Netherlands. The visitor profile reached an internationality rate of 86 per cent, recording growth among others from the United States, Switzerland, Denmark, Finland and Peru. The share of top-level decision-makers rose significantly to 78 per cent, underlining Heimtextil’s relevance for strategic sourcing decisions, market exploration and networking. The strong presence of senior executives from international corporations such as Harrods, IKEA, Marriott Hotels, Sainsbury’s and XXXLutz further reflected the high quality of visitors. With repeat visitors increasing to 68 per cent and consistently high satisfaction levels among both exhibitors and visitors, Heimtextil positioned itself as a proven and stable platform for long-term business relationships in a challenging market environment.

Shaping the future of textiles: interior design and hospitality as growth drivers
As a global hotspot for textile and non-textile interior design, Heimtextil offered the retail, industry and contract sectors curated solutions for holistic interior concepts. Under the theme “Craft is a verb”, the Heimtextil Trends 26/27 connected AI technologies with traditional craftsmanship, providing strong impulses for design, product development and range planning. Designer and architect Patricia Urquiola made the future of interior design tangible. Her installation “among-all” combined AI, material innovation and sustainability. Within an interactive space, she demonstrated how transformative textiles respond to individual human needs and open up new concepts for design, retail and hospitality. Heimtextil once again strengthened its role as an international creative hub, showcasing both established studios and emerging talents with sustainable, experimental and market-ready textile designs.

Against the backdrop of changing consumer and customer requirements and growing demand for functional contract textiles, Heimtextil placed a strong focus on project-based interior solutions. The Interior.Architecture.Hospitality programme connected industry, design, planning and project development, demonstrating how functional textiles create differentiation and unlock business potential across hospitality, contract business, office and healthcare sectors. From 2027 onwards, a new cooperation with Hospitality Interiors Europe (HINT) will further expand Heimtextil’s offering for holistic interior design. The parallel format is specifically aimed at decision-makers responsible for high-end contract design and strengthens Frankfurt’s position as a central platform for the global hospitality sector.

Lead the Change: AI as a business enabler for the global textile industry
From market shifts and new consumption patterns to concrete design and application contexts, Heimtextil 2026 translated key industry developments into new business opportunities. Through innovative exhibitor presentations, curated special showcases and an even more targeted content programme, the leading trade fair addressed the industry’s growing need for exchange, orientation and strategic insight. As a further market driver, Heimtextil consistently embedded AI into the trade fair experience, demonstrating under the umbrella “Texpertise Focus AI” how AI strengthens competitiveness in practical terms. “Artificial intelligence is already part of economic reality – as a creative partner for design concepts and material visualisations, and as an efficient tool for data migration, day-to-day workflows and personalised customer engagement. Our aim is to make these concrete applications tangible and actionable for the industry,” said Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies. In doing so, Heimtextil 2026 acted as a strong strategic partner for the industry, opening up new business perspectives and encouraging the global textile sector to jointly advance key future topics.

Amid strong mobilisation from key buyers across the sector, the event once again confirmed the high quality and relevance of its international audience. With nearly 67,300 unique visitors, the Italian, Belgian and Spanish markets continued their growth momentum, with a notable increase from Belgium (+10 %) and a particularly strong rise from China (+30 %), illustrating the renewed international appeal of the offer.

Among the exhibitors, international pavilions – particularly from Italy, Spain, Tunisia and Morocco showcased their countries’ craftsmanship and expertise, underscoring the show’s role as an essential marketplace to support the development of brands in the decoration and lifestyle sectors.

Maison&Objet has returned to its roots: exceptional craftsmanship and contemporary design, at the heart of its DNA for over thirty years; a story built alongside its long-standing shareholder, Ateliers d’Art de France. This deliberate return to fundamentals was embodied by the prominent role of the Fine Craft – métiers d’art sector – at the core of its overall offering. For this edition, the fair drew on its roots to shape the story of Past Reveals Future, the theme that inspired this edition.

“What struck me most during this January session was the resurgence of a powerful sense of emotion from the moment you entered the fair, driven by ambitious and unapologetic scenography, faithful to Maison&Objet’s DNA. This energy is owed as much to the commitment of our teams as to that of the exhibitors, who chose to fully invest in their stands to create genuine experiences. Many visitors spoke to me about this rediscovered “wow” effect, which encourages visitors to slow down, observe, and let themselves be surprised. This January 2026 edition confirms that Maison&Objet remains a place where emotion gives meaning, and where meaning fuels business opportunities.” (Philippe Delhomme, Chairman of the Executive Board of SAFI, organiser of Maison&Objet).

Furniture was presented in all its splendour, often as an extension of a gesture. A lived-in design came to life. New brands, key French publishers making a return, and designers contributed to an offering focused on innovation, aimed at a community of professionals seeking wonder and coming to meet their new partners. The only event in the world in the design sector to offer, in dialogue, a professional fair and a citywide experience through Maison&Objet In The City, Maison&Objet embodies a unique and holistic vision of the creative market.

More than a fair, Maison&Objet nurtures an international community to connect, support, inspire, and reveal ambitious visions of the art of living throughout the year. From physical events to digital platforms via its MOM marketplace, Maison&Objet shines all the way to Asia with Maison&Objet Intérieurs Hong Kong. Today, the ecosystem reaffirms a plurality that is its strength. Following an exceptional edition that generated nearly €200 million in direct and indirect benefits for the Île-de France region, Maison&Objet confirms its role as an essential partner for professionals in decoration, design, and the art of living, supporting them in accelerating their growth and conquer new markets. In 2026, Maison&Objet is set to write a new chapter in its history, with the arrival of Vincent Lhoste as CEO of SAFI, marking a turning point for its entire ecosystem.

In January 2026, the fair was organised into six sectors: Signature & Projects, Decor & Design, Fine Craft – métiers d’art, Fragrance & Wellness, Gift & Play, and Fashion & Accessories. Spread across seven halls, the offering was designed around the inspirational theme Past Reveals Future, a timeless concept at the crossroads of trends and imagination. Exclusive installations by various talents from the contemporary scene punctuated an inspired journey through the fair. The What’s New? In Hospitality space by interior architect Rudy Guénaire, What’s New? In Decor by Elizabeth Leriche, and What’s New? In Retail by François Delclaux guided visitors through the offering by decoding the latest sector trends and sharing their vision of the link between past and future.

The 2026 Designer of the Year, Harry Nuriev, created a space that reflects his own identity, guided by the values of Transformism, the title of his manifesto. A futuristic vision, with a silver patina, responding to the edition’s theme Past Reveals Future.

The Curatio Village, following a highly praised inaugural edition, returned for a second season, showcasing 60 pieces of sensitive design, carefully selected by artistic director Thomas Haarmann. A lifestyle in perfect harmony took shape at the heart of the Signature sector.

On the Fine Craft – métiers d’art side, In Materia by Elizabeth Leriche reimagined the relationship with the object. Visitors were moved by the touch of wood, fibre, glass, clay, and stone, while the coppersmith Elie Hirsch, adored by luxury houses Dior, Loewe, Schiaparelli, Balmain…, mastered the material at the entrance of Hall 5A.

The Outdoor Living sector was showcased with mastery, featuring 50 international brands. Outdoor furniture was reimagined in continuity with a stylised interior décor. Another vision of the art of outdoor living took shape.

Maison&Objet also offers an exceptional city experience with Maison&Objet In The City. Curated with precision by the sharp eye of the Maison&Objet teams, it featured nearly 150 of the finest addresses in high-end décor, with key figures from the Parisian scene inviting visitors to discover exhibitions and exclusive spaces with a sense of wonder. Highlights included the Invisible Collection exhibition at Féau Boiseries, Sandra Benhamou at the Dina Vierny Gallery, and the apartment of Gilles & Boissier…

The January 2026 edition, conceived as a 360° exploration of the new dynamics in design and decoration, established itself as a catalyst for innovation and engagement, confirming its position as a benchmark for industry professionals.

4 EXPRESSIONS OF THE THEME PAST REVEALS FUTURE

To delve deeper into this theme, the trend forecasting agency GOODMOODS presents a sensory and forward-looking interpretation through four manifestos that outline possible trajectories for contemporary design.

METAMORPHOSIS: Upcycling becomes a true creative chemistry, where anything can be transformed, recomposed, and enhanced.

MUTATION: The fusion of organic materials, ancestral techniques, and technological innovation inspires new forms of hybridization.

RECOMPOSED BAROQUE: Artisanal craftsmanship revisits the opulence and theatricality of the Baroque with contemporary restraint and unexpected twists.

NEO-FOLKLORE: Patterns, rituals, and local narratives are reimagined through new materials and digital tools.

These four directions enrich the overall vision of this edition enriching the narratives of exhibitions, curated journeys, and the What’s New? presentations. They offer a rich framework for interpreting and guiding creators and brands toward formal, technical, or poetic expressions that echo the theme Past Reveals Future.

The façade draws inspiration from the folded steel plates of retaining walls, using folded concrete slabs to create a unique texture. The folded surfaces vary in form and function: in the lower sections, they mimic stable retaining walls; in public spaces such as the entrance, they combine with glass curtain walls for greater interior transparency. The gaps in the folded surfaces bring in light and create perspectives, and the diagonal texture not only facilitates drainage but also cleverly conceals the ventilation grilles. The main exhibition hall is supported by four giant, silo-like shear walls, incorporating facilities such as the exhibition halls. The 25-meter-high vertical atrium makes the exhibition hall spacious and column-free, facilitating the presentation of large-scale installations. The north-facing glass roof brings soft light into the exhibition space.

To address Fujian’s hot and humid climate, the building features a sloping roof for rapid drainage and a thick layer of earth for thermal insulation. The lighting and functional layout are thoughtfully designed, and the building’s equipment is concealed beneath the roof’s technical layer, giving it the appearance of a verdant hill. By day, it showcases the achievements of modern agriculture; by night, it offers the public free access to the rooftop platform, thus blending into the lives of the citizens and brilliantly interpreting the concept of “symbiosis between architecture and environment.”

After completing his initial studies at the Moscow Institute of Architecture, Harry Nuriev moved to New York, a vibrant melting pot of creativity with a contagious energy. In 2014, he founded Crosby Studios in the city that never sleeps. The studio later expanded to Paris, marking the beginning of its international journey. Harry Nuriev’s collaborations stretch worldwide, bridging fashion, design, and some of the most prestigious cultural institutions: Balenciaga, H&M, Fusalp, Nike, Delta Air Lines, Dover Street Market, Gucci, Baccarat, Valentino, Westwing, Art Basel, the Louvre, and Mobilier National. Each project draws on his transversal vision that sits at the crossroads of art, design, and fashion.

For Maison&Objet, Harry Nuriev delves into history, reflecting on our very relationship with furniture and its consumption, inviting us to an unprecedented immersive experience – an active contemplation. Each piece exhibited becomes a totem of its era, projecting towards a minimalist, enlightened future. The space transcends itself to encourage future generations to see things differently. The everyday object becomes a collector’s item. Harry Nuriev offers a few hints of this eagerly awaited discussion in January. The rest of the story is yet to come.

What’s New? In Decor by Elizabeth Leriche

As a scenographer and trend-setter, Elizabeth Leriche presents an immersive and emotionally resonant journey, where each installation highlights the exhibitors’ products while creating a dialogue between past and future. From Antiquity to Art Deco, from primitive forms to contemporary daring, the exhibition brings to light a shared memory of the decorative arts, reinterpreted to inspire the invention of new aesthetics. Between tradition and experimentation, it reveals how the future of design is always born from the traces left by the past.

What’s New? In Retail by François Delclaux

A manifesto of contemporary retail, where physical commerce reasserts its power to reinvent itself. Inspired by the theme Past Reveals Future, this installation explores the resonances between tradition and innovation. To work with a material is to enter a temporal conversation, to make resonate what once was, while inscribing what is yet to come. This paleo-futuristic exploration highlights four materials at the very heart of today’s creative expression: stone, wood, glass, and metal, whether in their physical forms or their representations.

What’s New? In Hospitality by Rudy Guénaire

Co-founder and artistic director of the PNY restaurant chain, Rudy Guénaire launched Night Flight in 2021, his creative studio dedicated to design and interior architecture. His projects, both narrative and immersive, stand out for their poetic and cinematic quality, inviting audiences to experience something truly unique. With Suite 2046, Rudy Guénaire reinvented hospitality as a total experience. For Maison&Objet, he will present a room that is rooted in the past, yet futuristic and dreamlike accompanied by a manifesto on the codes of tomorrow’s hospitality.

After a well-received debut in 2025 by both the press and industry professionals, CURATIO, curated by Thomas Haarmann, returns in January 2026 with an expanded format and 60 international participants. Conceived as a true village, it blends exhibition space with experiential design to offer an immersive journey into the world of collectible design, where each piece reveals the intention and craftsmanship behind the material. Alongside, the CRAFT space continues its mission to spotlight artisans who embody both excellence and experimentation.

A new feature of this edition, the Village Manufactures of Excellence will take place at the heart of Signature & Projects. Conceived as a refined setting, it brings together for the first time a unique collective of Living Heritage Companies (EPV), a French government label that recognizes exceptional craftsmanship and rare expertise. This new space, created with the support of the Excellence Contract network, will host around twenty companies that embody the finest in French artisanal and industrial excellence: master glassmakers, fine cabinetmakers, weavers, upholsterers, plaster artisans, artistic metalworkers, marble workers, and designers of furniture and lighting.

In January, Halls 1 & 2 will host the Signature & Projects universes, enhanced by an Eco-Responsible Design Collective that showcases creators’ ability to develop sustainable solutions without compromising on aesthetics. This space brings together an international selection of manufacturers of eco-designed materials and coverings, intended for interior architecture, decoration, and furniture design. With this collective, Maison&Objet confirms its leading role in promoting responsible and innovative solutions, serving designers and industry professionals committed to combining aesthetics, innovation, and environmental impact.

Located in Hall 3, Decor & Design, the Outdoor space highlights the design of exterior environments, now recognized as a true extension of the home. Designed as a strategic showcase, it brings together trends and innovations that redefine outdoor living. Bringing together 50 leading international brands, the offering covers a wide range: furniture, pergolas, lighting, rugs, and accessories, as well as technical and functional solutions tailored to the demands of hospitality, fine dining, high-end residential, and yachting. This new space establishes itself as a strategic hub for industry players, offering a comprehensive vision of outdoor design and a privileged meeting place for key stakeholders, including designers, manufacturers, and market experts who share their insights and expertise on emerging practices and lifestyles.

Maison&Objet extends its experience beyond the show floors with IN THE CITY, the B2B event in Paris from January 14 to 19, designed specifically for professionals. This unique journey brings together 100 locations that make up Paris’s ecosystem of exceptional decoration: decorators, interior designers, galleries, prestigious maisons, and outstanding artisans. By combining the on-site event, the Maison&Objet fair with off-site visits and events throughout the city, IN THE CITY offers a comprehensive and immersive experience. This unique format gives professionals the chance to meet creators, see products in real-life settings, and fully immerse themselves in the creative energy of Paris, the international design capital.

The Cullinan, Marsa Al Arab, already features a number of de Gournay installations, predominantly including a series of custom deep, rich gold panels of the Deco Dawn design behind the bar and an exquisite hand-embroidered wall featuring the Deco Palm motifs. The one-day event brought together de Gournay’s valued clients, leading designers, and members of the press to experience the brand’s artistry first-hand in the region.

“Dubai’s spirit of innovation and appreciation for design make it the perfect place to share our craft,” notes Hannah Cecil Gurney, Director of de Gournay. “Bringing our artisans here allows us to showcase the extraordinary skill, heritage, and creativity behind each de Gournay piece.” As de Gournay continues to demonstrate its savoir-faire worldwide, this inaugural Dubai staging reflects a celebration of heritage craftsmanship in its purest form: an encounter with the handmade that connects tradition with the future of design.

Further driving transformation and textile design. The next edition of Heimtextil will further elevate textile interior design: in 2026, Patricia Urquiola will expand on her groundbreaking design concepts for Heimtextil, setting bold, forward-thinking benchmarks for textile-based room designs. Alcova Milano will also continue its global trend research into innovative materials and emerging aesthetics: the design platform will delve deeper into the impact of textiles, as well as the opportunities and challenges facing the textile industry, translating these insights into the upcoming Heimtextil trends in ways that offer even greater value to the industry and will bring new structures and an optimised hall concept – and therefore will even offer more opportunities for visitors.

Shorter routes, more synergies, greater efficiency. The ideal layout and range of products provide new advantages. The product areas are bundled in order to serve the needs of the target group even better and the optimised combination of product groups makes the new halls even easier to find for the buyers. With this, all textiles providers will form strong sector groupings – and will thus create new visitor synergies. The high-calibre knowledge formats are integrated into the halls and ensure a higher visitor frequency. As the world’s leading trade fair for home and contract textiles and textile design, Heimtextil attracts every year top buyers and decision makers from all over the world with its broad and unique product range.