The Independent Hotel Show, in partnership with James Hallam Insurance Brokers, returns to Olympia London on 15-16 October to bring together the independent hotelier and interior design community for two busy days of networking, product discovery and learning about the latest industry trends.
Independent Hotel Show Event Manager Glenn Wallace comments: “One of our key aims for the Independent Hotel Show is to curate an immersive, design-led trade show which provides an elevate experience for visiting hoteliers, and an opportunity for our design partners to demonstrate their talents by bringing the show’s features to life.”
Design partners for 2024 include Design Command, Fibi Interiors, Luke Edwards Interior Design, Anya Brakha Interiors, studio ATARA, Amit Dixit Design, OMO Interiors and Spacebrand.
Fido Fawo, Founder of Fibi Interiors and designed of the show’s Members Suite, says: “When the Independent Hotel Show calls, you answer! It's such an honour to be a part of this year's show. Fibi Interiors have been huge fans of the show for several years now so being a part of such an impactful event is a defining moment.”
Sarah Dudley, Founder and Creative Director at Spacebrand, the studio behind the show’s Dining Room and Hotel Business Stage, adds: “Spacebrand are excited to become design partners supporting the Independent Hotel Show 2024 with our designs for both the Hotel Business Stage and the Dining Room.”
“Spacebrand are committed to helping hoteliers transform their businesses, by being part of this show we hope to provide an experience that will inspire them to bridge the gap between design feasibility and product viability and help the event to drive the hospitality sector forwards.”
Discussing his design for the show’s Sales Lounge, Luke Edwards of Luke Edwards Interior Design says: “It could simply be boiled down to a few words, flexibility, sustainability, nature, peaceful, and luxurious comfort - but they don’t do justice to the deeper context.”
“I wanted the Sales Lounge space to ultimately be multi-functional and more than just a space at the event for conducting meetings. I wanted it to have the feeling that it could easily be the interior of a hotel lobby but with the flexibility of three spaces; being able to hold private meetings, have more open small group work areas, and also providing a luxuriously comfortable space to relax.”
Design Command Founder Clare McDonald, the studio behind this year’s Innovation Stage design, says: “As a growing design firm, we value building strong relationships and learning from a diverse range of hospitality businesses. Independent hotels often have unique perspectives and are passionate about creating distinct guest experiences, which aligns with our approach to design.”
“For us, connecting with independent hotels is a chance to exchange ideas, explore new opportunities, and continue building our network. We’re excited to establish meaningful connections and explore how we can support these hotels in creating spaces that reflect their individuality and vision.”
Trends and innovations in design are also an important part of the show’s seminar programme, this year reflecting on the show’s theme of ‘Beyond the hustle and bustle’.
Melanie Rozencwajg, Founder & CEO of DataThinkLab and Nathalie Rozencwajg, Founder & Director at NAME architecture, will be taking to the show’s Innovation Stage, sponsored by Mews and designed by Design Command, for the session ‘Escaping the hustle and bustle through intelligent design solutions’.
Melanie comments: “As a data analyst, I'm excited to explore what online reviews reveal about 'escapism' from both qualitative and quantitative perspectives. These reviews provide unique insights into how people experience escapism in the hotel landscape.”
“Our session is crucial because hotels and brands are just beginning to fully grasp the power of analysing customer reviews to enhance their offerings. Guest feedback is invaluable, and online reviews offer rich data that helps us deeply understand guest experiences and desires, especially around key trends like escapism. With today's digital tools, we can better meet guest needs and create personalized experiences, making this the ideal time to leverage these insights.”
Meanwhile, the session ‘Namaste: The importance of designing for wellness and escaping the hustle and bustle’ will be examining the growth and lasting impact of wellness on hospitality design, plus how the trend might evolve in future years.
Moderator Vanessa Brady, CEO of The Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID) will be joined onstage by Josh Chadwick, General Manager of The Tawny, Beverley Bayes, Director at Sparc Studio, Ben Harper, CEO of Watergate Bay Hotel, Another Place Hotels, SeaSpace Hotels and Beach Retreats, and Neil Fairplay, Director at Sparc Studio.
To find out more about everything happening at the Independent Hotel Show 2024, and to register for your complimentary trade ticket, visit independenthotelshow.co.uk.
About Independent Hotel Show
The show is the only industry event dedicated entirely to the needs of luxury and boutique hoteliers and designers, explore what’s on here. Dedicated to supporting the needs of the modern hotelier, the Independent Hotel Show delivers aspirational content alongside practical solutions, as well as facilitating those unanticipated connections that could totally transform your business.
Independent Hotel Show, Olympia London, 15-16 October 2024
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The countdown is on to Europe’s leading high-end interior design event, Decorex, which returns to Olympia Events, London. Taking place from 6-9 October, more than 280 brands will exhibit their latest design innovations and product launches offering visitors the chance to discover curated interior collections for every design project.
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Discover the handpicked line-up of this year’s exhibitors and explore the latest offerings from brands at the show, including Heirlooms, Holmes Bespoke, Lilla Rugs, John Cullen X Hux, COAT Paints, V&A Enterprises, Clearwater Interiors, Hendel & Hendel, Officine Gullo and Alternative Flooring. This autumn Decorex will provide unbeatable interior inspiration, opportunities to make connections with new and familiar faces and be the place to source a vast range of exciting new products.
Whether behind the scenes or on the show floor, sustainability is at the heart of Decorex. The Better Stands initiative aims to reduce waste that stands and exhibitions can create by adopting reusable structures. This year, the show is powered by 100% renewable electricity, preventing the creation of an estimated 21.5 tons of CO2, significantly reducing the event's carbon impact. To reinforce sustainability values within the design industry, Decorex is continuing to work with the Sustainability Task Force. Created in 2023, the Task Force is formed of sustainable brands; Edward Bulmer, Haines Collection, Holmes Bespoke, Naturalmat, Persona Abode, Soho Lighting, Studio Suss, Bluepatch and B/ABLE, each leading the way in creating a greener community. This year will also see the launch of the Decorex Sustainability Awards, for which the Task Force will judge four categories throughout the event including ‘Innovative Design’ and ‘Driving Social Change’. Soho Lighting will also launch the winning design for the Cleaner Ocean Project, a competition in which Primary school children have designed lighting using plastics salvaged from beach cleanups. The winning young designer will attend the show as a VIP guest to see their design brought to life using the gathered materials, which will be recycled and 3D printed.
Together with design creative Ellen Merchant’s colourful prints, Decorex is also collaborating with renowned design studio BradyWilliams who will be designing the show’s iconic bar area in the centre of the show floor. Sustainable paint brand YesColours will transform the VIP lounge with their unique and colourful approach. Visitors can also see two exciting show floor entrance features designed by The New Craftmakers; an organisation who commission and sell unique contemporary objects that are rooted in craftsmanship and narrative. Their range is made by a growing network of makers from across the British Isles. These innovative and highly creative designer collaborations will ensure that the event is packed with inspiring interior design moments throughout the event.
The 2024 edition of Decorex will host a rich programme of talks by design industry professionals. Hear from over 85 expert speakers on a variety of specialist topics, ranging from sustainability to using AI in interior design. The renowned talks programme is the perfect opportunity to learn and be inspired by industry peers with in-depth knowledge and experience of the subjects explored. More sustainability talks and workshops will also be available in the Sustainability Lounge in association with The Green Room, aimed to empower interiors brands to become more sustainable.
For over 45 years, Decorex has connected interior design professionals with the very best in interiors; from designer collaborations, interactive workshops, showcases from up-and-coming artisans and an unmissable talks programme.
The countdown for Decorex 2024 is now on, with tickets available online for this year’s unmissable design event. Register to connect with interior design professionals and the very best in interiors; from designer collaborations, interactive workshops, showcases from up-and-coming artisans and the highly anticipated Talks Programme.
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About Decorex
With 280+ of the finest brands, Decorex showcases exclusive, bespoke products that celebrate quality and craftsmanship. Be captivated by 85+ design experts sharing invaluable tips, advice, and trend insights.
Decorex, Olympia London, 6-9 October 2024
Following on from TECH EDEN, which focused on the invigorating alliance between technology and nature, Maison&Objet and creative strategy consultancy Peclers Paris are continuing their optimistic, resilient, and stimulating exploration in September with a new theme: TERRA COSMOS.
“Where the vastness of space mingles with seemingly finite terrestrial territories... Where universal fantasies and earthly materiality collide... Where science and magic intertwine... New and lasting fictions are born, and are sure to have an impact on the real world.” Brune Ouakrat, Strategic Planner in charge of foresight at Peclers Paris.
TERRA COSMOS deciphers these new desires and the expectations of consumers in search of awe-inspiring experiences. This cosmic vision of the future remains firmly rooted in the reality of an exhibition that is resolutely focused on novelty, creativity, and innovation.
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The prospect of space travel is now a real possibility, and the technological advances that have been projected in futuristic fiction herald profound changes in the way that we live our lives. Some 55 years after man first set foot on the moon, new scientific successes are rekindling our fascination and igniting our imagination focused on the cosmos, and synonymous with a promising future.
“In this new approach, it is no longer simply a matter of an extraterrestrial elsewhere. We are part of the cosmos, and this position implies responsibility, as well as resilient and virtuous creations and practices. It imposes a broader, more esoteric, magical vision in which we can imagine ourselves as tourists in zero gravity, choosing to claim the stars or seek beneficial connections with the elements” Brune Ouakrat, Strategic Planner in charge of foresight at Peclers Paris.
“Connection, immersion, virtuality, smart materials, 3D, AI*... A part of the fantasy is becoming reality and consumers are ready for immersive, sensory experiences, while new aesthetics are invading into their daily lives and enchanting them once more.” Brune Ouakrat, Strategic Planner in charge of foresight at Peclers Paris.
These materials may be brutalist or sophisticated, iridescent or transparent, evocative of both the mineral surface of the stars as well as celestial and stellar expanses. The novelty of TERRA COSMOS is crystallised in the intensity of the materials, reflecting the formal explorations of Objects of Common Interest designers and their experimental way of working with both metal and glass.
“The materials express a sensory futurism that dresses interiors in mineral ruggedness and invests them with constellations of satellite objects.
The random shapes, roundness, and ovality accentuate the cosmic aspect as much as they soften its contours. The luminaires produce vibrant halos, diffracting colours into shifting spectra and magical projections.” Charlotte Cazals, Designer and Trend Forecaster at Peclers Paris.
For a brand such as Lexon, new frontiers venture far beyond the bounds of technology. They include aspects such as sustainability, well-being, and diversity, where opportunities for innovation are numerous and crucial to meeting the challenges of today's world.
In the food services and hotel industries, TERRA COSMOS expresses itself in the vastest of terms. Between immersive discoveries and extreme experiences, it is no longer enough to simply mobilise the senses; they must be amplified and confounded through both technology and whimsical storytelling. The Danish chef Rasmus Munk, who defines himself as an "alchemist", is proud of this approach. His "holistic" menu is best enjoyed in the immersive setting of his Copenhagen restaurant, where he takes guests on a journey from the depths of the sea up to the northern lights.
To set foot in the El Cosmico hotel, in a deserted Texan landscape, is an experience on the border between the cosmic and the terrestrial. This luxury campsite will soon be equipped with 3D-printed dwellings so that, as promised, you can escape the pressures of everyday life, reconnect with your senses, and observe the celestial vault.
From the Acne Studios boutique to the Moncler pop-up store in Tokyo, the cosmic references in retail become even more accomplished where futuristic, uncluttered decors meet digital, connected shopping experiences. Avant-garde aesthetics are paving the way for a new form of consumerism.
The spaces look as if they have been plucked straight from the metaverse, inspired by architectural and virtual creations such as those by artist Hugo Fournier. Immaterial objects and environments are already coming to life in the spaces designed by Harry Nuriev, with Crosby Studios. Minerality is often complemented by chrome, transparency, and glass, offering versatility to clean, pure lines.
“Beyond its forward-looking vision, the TERRA COSMOS theme will also be embodied at the show. Visitors will be able to find it materialised in three practical aspects: product curation, events, and the visitor route, which will be guided by the TERRA COSMOS symbol.” explains Mélanie Leroy, the exhibition's Managing Director.
“Through the eyes of our curators, François Delclaux and Elizabeth Leriche, we are offering visitors an insight into the theme that is both palpable and wellhoned,” adds Mélanie Leroy. They were given carte blanche in their interpretation of TERRA COSMOS in order to create a sense of surprise and awe in the What's New? In Retail space and the What's New? In Decor space, with a wide range of products sourced from exhibitors and integrated into inspiring displays... The What's New? In Hospitality space will be assigned entirely by the next Designer of the Year.
The Well-Being Experience, What's New? In Hospitality, and The Talks: Maison&Objet strives to combine experiential foresight with usefulness. “To meet the challenges facing professionals, Maison&Objet relies on one of the levers that makes it unique – its large international community of recognised experts in the decoration and design industries – to share and lead exchanges that are as relevant as they are instructive”, points out Mélanie Leroy. The theme will therefore be evaluated, examined, and enriched at key moments of the exhibition through immersive scenography in each of the spaces, masterclasses with key opinion leaders, coaching tailored to each business, and round table discussions.
The TERRA COSMOS theme and its new codes will be used throughout the Maison&Objet ecosystem, from the selections on the Maison&Objet and More – or "MOM" – platform, to showrooms and certain Paris Design Week events such as the Design sur Cours exhibitions, where designers may display their designs in the courtyards of Paris.
"Our primary mission is to decipher and highlight the market trends that will drive the success of our customers in the future. In practical terms, this means highlighting new markets and growth markets, and curating brands and products, as well as colours, materials, motifs, and inspiration, through experiential and useful events. In short, it is essential to provide practical solutions to three key challenges: innovation, creativity, and eco-responsibility.
With TERRA COSMOS, we are bringing another angle to bear on the re-enchantment of everyday life through the cosmos, the earth, and even our relationship with the beyond. Product curation will underline sectors or sub-sectors that are currently buoyant and represent a growing market trend. This encompasses the entire universe of Well-Being, as well as those of magic and esotericism. Lithotherapy and astrology are real market trends." Mélanie Leroy, Managing Director of Maison&Objet.
In the 1960s, the Space Age movement found its inspiration through space exploration and nuclear imagery. Its heritage is still expressed at the exhibition through objects with organic shapes and pop colours. Fisura's lava lamps are perhaps the most meaningful example.
Founder of the eponymous Elizabeth Leriche Trend Consultancy and Curator of the What's New? In Decor space.
What is TERRA COSMOS? Only with our eyes on the stars and our feet firmly planted on the ground can we be in touch with the universe.
What images does this theme conjure up for you? The joy of dreaming before a starry sky, bathed in the glow of the moon or the radiance of the sun…
Looking to the future: what will the next What's New? In Decor look like? I wish to try to see things through the eyes of a child filled with wonder, to evoke dreams and emotions, to find poetry in the face of this futuristic, technological world. Sky vs. ground, weightlessness vs. roots, craft vs. cave, metal vs. earth, transparency vs. opacity, infinitely small vs. immensely large... I intend to play on these oppositions.
Founder of the Nouvel Air agency and Curator of the What's New? In Retail space.
What is the cosmos? The bearer of dreams and fantasies. The conquest of space is taking on the dimension of a "new frontier". This context also influences the lifestyle and design sectors and their quest for new adventures, but also new materials, surfaces, colours...
Which works do you think instantly represent the theme? First of all, those which play on raw minerality, in reference to lunar or Martian vistas. Pulpo often uses primary – if not "primitive" – materials, as if fallen from a meteorite, thus imposing the very shape of the object. The treatment of light is somewhat reminiscent of the magic circles used by Le Deun Luminaires. Fuoriluogo Design's creations are redolent of myriads of stars.
Looking to the future: what will the next What's New? In Retail look like? An invocation of three emblematic planets in our solar system!
Alexis Martial and Adrien Caillaudaud, Founders of Amca Oval.
We are intrinsically inspired by the Space Age, firstly through our passion for the future, but also through our obsession with oval, organic, and all encompassing shapes. The Space Age is above all a philosophy, a quest for innovation and a fantasised future. The idea is not to recapture the design of a bygone era, but to extract its essence and bring it to life in a contemporary way. All with new environmental objectives and new technologies. When it comes to fashion, it is first and foremost functional minimalism that links us to this creative movement.
As for design, it is more so about the retro-future concept. The result is a playful, forward-facing way of life.
Frédéric Boutin, Product Director at Lexon.
In a world where mental and physical health are increasingly valued, we are responding in kind by offering consumers a new range of "Care" products that combine design and technology to promote well-being.
Companies may also seek to push back the boundaries of inclusion and diversity, by ensuring that their products and teams reflect the richness of the times in which we live.
About MAISON&OBJET PARIS
The lifestyle show in Paris brings together a 360°product offering for designers and specifiers; decoration, design, furniture, accessories, textiles, tableware and more. M&O showcase an excess of 3,000 international brands to over 70,000 interiors professionals twice a year in Paris.
MAISON&OBJET PARIS, Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, 5-9 September 2024
When it comes to designing new spaces, renovating interiors, and creating personalised identities, inspiration is crucial for any interior designer. From dream homes to unseen workspaces, futuristic architecture to prestigious design, inspiration is essential for the work of every interior designer.
Twice a year, Maison&Objet and its trend hunters are committed to fueling this inspiration with creativity and pragmatism.
What does the new season of Maison&Objet have in store for you?
In 2024, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Maison&Objet, the fair will show its participants a revitalised future that combines technology and nature! This season’s theme, TECH EDEN, will enliven the January edition with reinvented feature spaces oriented toward the retail, residential, or hospitality industries. Places where nature will be very much on hand, not necessarily in a literal sense, but sometimes digitally speaking and, to varying degrees, mineral, lush, and hybrid. It’s a mix of nature and technology that’s sure to re-energise the concept of sustainability and create a truly desirable vision of the future!
In January, between the 18th and 22nd, make sure to stay connected!
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- 2,300 brands present - 147 countries represented - 27% only exhibit at Maison&Objet Paris - 600 new brands/session - 15 show sectors/universes - Over 20 conferences
TECH EDEN, This Edition’s Inspiration Theme: Adapting Your Projects to Tomorrow's Challenges
Contemporary aesthetics have no choice but to adapt to the challenges of tomorrow, and new projects give a special place to nature. New technologies, essential to their implementation, are driving ever greater creativity and innovation. The Show's Trend Forum, orchestrated by Peclers Paris, analyses, and interprets these developments, reflecting this season's theme, TECH EDEN. Immerse in the hospitality of the future through three escape capsules, where iconic hospitality venues are hybridised to create new, more virtuous, and ever more desirable ones: wellness cafés, sports stations, spa rooms... Innovative, sensory experiences, like an invitation to travel and disconnect, only to find yourself again. The ultimate intimate escape, on the edge of reality. "A unique and fully experiential space, combining creativity, nature and technology to provide a warm welcome and comfort for customers," says Mélanie Leroy.
Hospitality Lab X Studio REV, a Multidimensional Experience
"We also wanted to give carte blanche to studio REV, the firm that won the Paris Shop & Design 2023 prize, to provide us with another creative version of hospitality," explains SAFI director Mélanie Leroy. A mix of light and materials, a friendly, gourmet reception area brimming with joy and good spirits: the Hospitality Lab in the heart of Hall 6 puts on an inspiring, innovative show. A multifunctional experience created by studio REV, halfway between the physical and the virtual, with a gigantic table combining wood and glass as its central element, conducive to socialising, whether at a table or just passing through, thanks to the on-sale and take-away offerings. Once again, Maison&Objet demonstrates its keen understanding of the expectations of hospitality market customers. More than a simple visit, it's a genuine immersion in the heart of a place marked by a strong visual, functional, symbolic, and even poetic identity. A place where the worlds of avant-garde hospitality and retail come together, with a host of exceptional products.
Outonomy, Mathieu Lehanneur's Outdoor Inspired Installation on a New Form of Autonomy
"An ecosystem for living, both minimal and optimal". This is how Mathieu Lehanneur imagined his Outonomy project for Maison&Objet. With this outdoor-inspired installation in line with the TECH EDEN season theme, the Designer of the Year had no other ambition than to bring nature into our contemporary society.
The design of this scenography points to the future and reveals the need for freedom. Doing better with less, dealing with our surroundings while respecting the environment, getting back to basics but not on basics... "Far from nostalgia or an attempt to retrace our steps, Outonomy attempts to answer the question: what do I really need?" says the designer.
Baccarat, the Epitome of Iconic French Heritage
As two quintessential French heritage maisons, Baccarat, renowned for its prestigious crystal craftsmanship, and Maison&Objet are marking their 260th and 30th anniversaries through an exclusive collaboration. Immerse yourself in the beauty of Maison Baccarat and be spellbound by the mesmerising allure of Baccarat's crystal creations through an immersive experience on Maison&Objet in hall 7.
The MAISON and the OBJET Sectors: A Unique Offering for Creating, Renovating, Adding Soul and Anticipating Trends
In the MAISON section, hoteliers and restaurant owners discover new talent and meet iconic brands, outstanding manufacturers and craftsmen grouped in the Forever, Signature, Today, Forever, Unique&Ecletic and Projects sectors. A decor and furniture offer to reinvent the codes of lifestyle and boost the customer experience with brands such as: Ardamez, Pedrali, Drucker, Nardi, Design By US, Mario Cioni & C, Monitillo 1980, 101 Copenhagen, Serax - Valerie Objects, Mobje, Pure White Lines, Polspotten, Karpa, LGD01 Décor mural sur mesure.
In the OBJECT section, in the Home Accessories sector, discover a unique range of lighting fixtures, small furnishings, cushions and decorative objects to further personalise your establishment, as well as the Cook&Share sector with a selection of culinary preparation professionals and key players. Here are a few brands to discover in January: ASA Selection, Libeco Home, Le Jacquard Français, Costa Nova, Knindustrie, Fine Dining&Living, Molleni, NJ Style.
MAISON&OBJET PARIS, Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre, 18-22 January 2024
HIX 2023 is all about people, perspectives and progress. Here’s what to expect from Europe’s only hotel design event. 16 & 17 November 2023 at London’s Business Design Centre.
Taking place on 16 & 17 November in the heart of London’s design community, HIX 2023 is bringing the hospitality community together for two days of exhibitions, installations, discussions and parties. Celebrating the latest and greatest hotel interior experiences, Europe’s only hotel design event is guided by this year’s theme ‘a room with a point of view’, highlighting the voices, concepts and values set to define the next chapter of hospitality design.
Welcoming designers, architects, operators, investors, project managers, procurement specialists and more, guests will discover the entire hotel supply chain under one roof, and registration is free. Plug into the cutting edge of hotel design with social, expo, talk and installation strands, all underscored by a curated programme of immersive and engaging activations across the show floor by Europe’s leading design brands.
A room with a point of view Where last year’s theme was all about the great things that grew in the wake of disruption, HIX 2023 is about people, perspectives and progress. Looking ahead to the next era of hotel design, with a special focus on the unique viewpoints shaping the guest experiences of tomorrow, HIX is a platform for the people, projects and voices that make hotels incredible.
Expo A show floor populated by Europe’s best design brands features all aspects of hotel design, from statement furnishings and the latest bathroom fixtures to the to the fine details and technology systems that tie a space together. Returning exhibitors include Grohe, Roca, Ligne Roset Contract and Vaughan whilst new members of the HIX community feature Simba, Schneider and Duravit. Also returning for 2023 is Collection – a dedicated space showcasing a curated selection of the best new ranges, with Lyndon, Martella, Muuto, Marset and more all set to showcase their latest product launches.
Installations For 2023, HIX is doubling down on immersive hospitality experiences with a pair of installations exploring the future of hotel design. Created by London-based Blacksheep and Wroclaw’s MIXD, these two innovative hospitality spaces will allow guests to inhabit forward-thinking environments that address the biggest issues facing guests, designers and operators alike.
Talks What’s next for inclusive design? How can hotel design engage local communities? What can hotels of the future learn from buildings of the past? HIX Talks is a two-day series of panels, keynotes, interviews and presentations addressing the big hotel design questions. This year’s line-up includes David Chipperfield Architects, Zoku, Buro Happold, Room2, WilkinsonEyre, Feix&Merlin, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Anarchitect, BeInclusive Hospitality, ReardonSmith, Bergman Interiors, SUSD and more.
Join the HIX movement and register for free today at www.hixevent.com
About HIX
Bringing the hotel interiors supply chain together, HIX highlights the best established and emerging brands, as well as latest trends in hotel design.
HIX, Business Design Centre, 16-17 November 2023
In partnership with NEWH, Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe has released its full schedule of content. Taking place on 29 – 30 November at London ExCeL, design leaders from Europe’s most esteemed cruise lines and design firms will be sharing their knowledge, insights, and experience through a series of CPD-certified panel talks and discussions.
The programme, curated around today’s ocean, river, and expedition cruise market, delivers a comprehensive range of topics and case studies covering concepts and inspiration behind beautiful designs, the dark art of project management, storytelling through design and brand identity, the future of marine interior design, and designing for adventure.
The prestigious speaker line-up includes Gianluca Gugliotta, Director, Vessel Refurbishment - Norwegian Cruise Line, Aida Lora, Senior Design Associate - Royal Caribbean Group, Bob McGowan, Head of Operations - Ambassador Cruise Line, Sandra Correia da Silva, Architect - Mystic Cruises, Alexander W. Höfling, Managing Director - MEYER RE, and Kristian Englund, Senior Architect - YSA Design and CEO - Ship Planner.
This year, the Conference & Workshop Programme is CPD-certified allowing professionals across discipline to further their learning activities and gain developmental hours from attending each accredited session.
The boutique event will also be debuting a new content format with keynotes and workshop sessions taking place predominantly on the second day and held on beautifully designed exhibitor stands around the show floor. This dynamic programme facilitates a seamless day of inspiration and development.
Stand-out sessions include the opening keynote and the only session to take place on the first day, ‘Inspiration for beautiful design: Case studies in materials & spaces’. Delivered by leading interior designers, attendees will be guided through a showcase of unique and inspiring projects across newbuild and refurbishment portfolios.
Those looking to gain insight into the changing shape of expedition cruising should attend ‘Designing for adventure: Spotlight on expedition cruise interiors’. In this session industry experts dive into the impact the sector’s growth has had on designing for functionality, whilst still giving guests an authentic and luxurious experience.
Alongside these curated panel discussions, CSI Design Expo Europe offers visitors additional learning opportunities at the Meet the Brand Q&As and Project Management Lunch. These focused sessions give attendees the chance to get to know the design and procurement professionals within the industry and learn how to navigate a successful project from concept to delivery.
Join the cruise interiors industry for two-days of product sourcing, knowledge-sharing, and networking by registering for your free pass today.
About Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe provides a gateway for the cruise interiors supply chain to meet with Europe’s most esteemed cruise lines, designers, and shipyards.
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe, ExCeL London, 29-30 November 2023
With less than one month to go, anticipation is mounting for the UK’s only trade show dedicated to lighting specification. Building on the success of its first year, with enhanced features, an extended talks programme, and even more lighting brands under one roof, the Business Design Centre will be the place to be this November!
But what can designers and specifiers expect from LiGHT 23 this month? We’ve done the hard work for you and rounded up some key points of interest while attending the show.
Knowledge – In collaboration with lighting control specialist Lutron and headlined by international light artist Grimanesa Amorós, this year’s [d]arc thoughts talks programme features over 35 industry professionals sharing their years of experience and knowledge on-stage. Meet the speakers here.
The Brands - Featuring 100s of high-end lighting brands all under one roof – perfect for residential, hospitality, and commercial projects large and small. Whether its interior, exterior, decorative, or bespoke, you’ll find the right product for your projects at this year’s LiGHT 23.
darc space – Calling all interior designers and specifiers of decorative lighting products! We’ve got a one-stop-shop of high-end decorative lighting brands ready to showcase their latest innovations and designs. From Italian headliners such as Artemide, Lodes and Zafferano to British homegrown brands Cameron Design House and Empty State, there’s something for every project in our dedicated decorative area up on the Gallery Level.
Make Connections – Join us for 2-days of social encounters and networking opportunities. LiGHT 23 will host social events across the two-day show. Whether it’s late-night drinks, a LiGHT Lunch, our dedicated workspace, or the Associations Lounge, the show is more than just products and talks – it is the only place to make those key industry connections this November.
Our highly regarded talks programme, [d]arc thoughts will once again bring the most knowledgeable and respected designers working across lighting, interiors and architecture to the stage. In collaboration with lighting control specialist Lutron, 19 talks, presentations, and a workshop from The Lighting Police will be packed into just two-days. Visiting specifiers can expect to leave with a wealth of industry insight and technical know-how in their armour.
Headlined by internationally renowned light artist Grimanesa Amoros, the programme will also see designers from highly regarded studios including Speirs Major, Lighting Design International, Michael Grubb Studio, dpa lighting consultants and Light Bureau share their years of knowledge and experience of working with light on commercial and high-end residential projects.
As well as interior designers such as Matteo Bianchi, THDP, Space Invader, Faber, Tessuto Interiors, Sdias, and Residence Interior Design, and architectural and engineering firms KSS, Hoare Lea, Foster + Partners, and Conran & Partners, who will offer their perspective on the importance of quality lighting in a design scheme.
Visitors attending the talks will see topics range from ‘designing for a global brand’ to ‘designing a healthy office space’ to ‘restaurant and bar lighting trends’, as well as series of succinct presentations covering lighting technologies, the luxury market and more.
LiGHT 23 will feature 100s of high-end lighting brands all under one roof – perfect for residential and commercial projects large and small. From sourcing IP-rated products that can bring a stunning bathroom or garden design scheme to life, to a big hotel or restaurant project that needs a larger order, or maybe you need something more bespoke? With lighting brands from all over the world on show, we guarantee, there will be a product at LiGHT 23 that fits the brief.
New for 2023, we introduce darc space – a specifiers one-stop-shop for high-end decorative lighting products. In collaboration with leading industry design magazine, darc, visitors will see new designs from Italian headliners such as Artemide, Lodes and Zafferano, to British homegrown brands including Cameron Design House and Empty State, to name just a few - darc space is going to be a key area for inspiration and sourcing at this year’s LiGHT 23. Check out the full list of decorative brands taking part now.
Make Connections
LiGHT 23 will also host various networking and social opportunities for visitors.
Late-night: On the opening evening of the show – Tuesday 21 November – the event will take on a more relaxed atmosphere. From 4pm – 9pm visitors will be hosted by show organisers [d]arc media and exhibiting brands, with the drinks flowing across exhibitor stands and dedicated bars throughout the venue. Giving visitors the opportunity to check out the latest in lighting once the working day is done.
SGM Bar: Leading Danish lighting brand SGM will welcome visitors to its dedicated LiGHT 23 bar. With a strong focus on minimal waste, coffee and juice will be on offer in the mornings, moving on in the afternoon, to a special edition LiGHT 23 beer in collaboration with Lost & Grounded brewers, there will also be wine and premium canned cocktails. A note for your diaries, is a dedicated prosecco hour at 3pm on the opening day!
Associations Lounge: The beautiful Associations Lounge provides a welcome rest-stop from a busy trade show floor, furnished by Danish brand muuto. All designers and specifiers are welcome to make use of the lounge throughout the two-day event.
LiGHT Lunch – Our popular LiGHT Lunch returns on day two of the show. Offering visitors and exhibitors the opportunity to meet over a complementary light lunch and a glass or two of the finest fizz, in the newly created darc space decorative area and the Associations Lounge. Meet colleagues, peers, new brands – connect in a social, friendly setting.
LiGHT Work – Need to complete some office tasks? Got a Teams meeting that can’t wait? Need to hold an on-site meeting? Then our dedicated workspace on the Gallery level is the place to be – here you will find free, dedicated Wi-Fi, complimentary coffee, and a dedicated co-working space.
Registration for LiGHT 23 is FREE and includes access to the [d]arc thoughts talks programme, plus all mentioned features across the show floor.
About LiGHT23
LiGHT Expo is set to see more than 100 high-end international lighting brands present their latest product ranges for the decorative and architectural specification market.
LiGHT23, Business Design Centre, 22-24 November 2023
The full Summit Agenda has been released for the second edition of Sustainable Design Summit – the world’s only forum to unite the cruise, hotel, and aircraft interiors sectors. The thought-leadership event serves as a catalyst for change in interior design across these three chosen industries.
With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, interior designers, specifiers, sustainability specialists, and suppliers alike meet to share insights and explore the new era of sustainability goals.
SBID Members can receive 20% discount on tickets!*
Highlighted Sessions and Headline Speakers: The one-day Summit tackles today’s biggest challenges with designing and sourcing responsibly. The pivotal opening keynote ‘Progress, leadership, and transparency through the supply chain’ unites decision makers across each sector, including Joshua Wilkie - Manager, Waste Management and Circularity Programs at Air Canada, Mathieu Petiteau - Newbuilding & R&D Director at Ponant, and Sam Hall - Director, Interior Design - Europe at IHG Hotels & Resorts.
Hosted by Darian Stibbe - Global Leader, Partnerships for Sustainable Development; Executive Director at The Partnering Initiative, delegates will be guided through a CPD-Certified programme of keynotes and topic-specific breakout sessions focussing on case studies and companies that are at the forefront of sustainable design. Stand-out sessions include ‘Understanding your emissions: What are your numbers really telling you?’, ‘Materials innovation & collaboration in the supply chain’, and ‘From collaboration to impact: Developing approaches and next steps’.
The revered speaker line-up features interior designers, both highly specialised and those who work cross-industry, lead specifiers, and sustainability specialists. Brands leading the conversation include Hilton, Royal Caribbean Group, Air Canada, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Holland America Group, Bombardier, Hurtigruten Norway, Winch Design and PriestmanGoode. Certification and sustainability advisory companies such as Lloyds Register, TU Delft, and Mind Click will also be sharing their knowledge and what the delegates as brand owners require from the supply chain.
Speaker Mirja Rasi-Mäki, Sustainability Specialist at Meyer Turku emphasises the importance of seeking cross-disciplinary solutions to sustainable design obstacles:
“Product Development Partnering and collaboration in sustainability issues are essential in addressing the unique challenges of the maritime industry; bringing together diverse expertise, ensuring regulatory compliance, maximising resource efficiency, adopting innovative technologies, and promoting a positive passenger experience while minimising environmental impact. Through collaboration, the different stakeholders can contribute to making the cruise industry more sustainable and environmentally responsible."
Included in the day’s Agenda is the zero-waste Product Showcase of intrinsically green materials and solutions, and numerous opportunities to network allowing delegates to expand their knowledge, discover the latest innovations, and create new relationships across the sectors.
To learn more about the sessions and networking experiences involved, download the full Summit Agenda on the website.
Book your pass today.
About Sustainable Design Summit
The Sustainable Design Summit provides the world’s only forum dedicated to making sustainable choices easier for interior designers in the cruise, hotels, and aircraft cabin sectors.
Sustainable Design Summit, Museum of London Docklands, 28 November 2023
LiGHT – the only trade show in the UK dedicated to lighting specification - will build on the success of its first year in 2022 by enhancing its offering to attract the wider design community.
A common misconception is that trade shows dedicated to lighting specification are just for lighting designers. This, put simply, just isn’t the case...
Lighting is one of the first things that should be considered when working on a project – whether you’re a client, developer, architect, interior designer, or lighting designer. The importance of working with the right tools and having the right knowledge to produce the best light – and in turn the best environment for the end user – is undeniable. So many times, lighting is an afterthought on a project, when it should be at the forefront of everybody’s minds.
Well, ask yourself these questions...
1. Do you work on commercial and / or high-end residential projects? 2. Do the projects you work on feature lighting in some capacity? 3. Would you like to understand more about the effects of good and bad lighting on design schemes and the end user? 4. Would you like to broaden your knowledge on the built environment? 5. Would you like to make new connections within the industry?
If you answered YES to even just one of these questions, then LiGHT 23 is the event for you and with FREE visitor registration, what’s to lose?
LiGHT 23 will feature 100s of high-end lighting brands all under one roof – perfect for residential and commercial projects large and small. From sourcing IP-rated products that can bring a stunning bathroom or garden design scheme to life; to statement decorative pieces for a restaurant or bar project; or perhaps you’re working on a big hotel project and need a company that can fulfil a large order... Maybe you need something more bespoke? With lighting brands from all over the world on show, we guarantee, there will be a product at LiGHT 23 that fits the brief.
Not only that, LiGHT 23 will once again host the highly regarded talks programme [d]arc thoughts, featuring experts from across the world of design, editors from speciality design magazines including arc, darc, ICON, and OnOffice, while covering topics that affect all areas of the industry, such as sustainability & circular design; designing for a global client; designing for healthy office spaces; and designing for small & large spaces, to name just a few... Watch this space for a full talks programme announcement coming very soon!
The show’s association partners will also support the talks programme with speakers from the likes of Society of British & International Interior Design (SBID); NLA; Institution of Lighting Professionals (ILP); Society of Light and Lighting (SLL); and the International Assocation of Lighting Design (IALD).
Also new for this year is darc space, a dedicated area for decorative lighting brands to shine. darc space will provide lighting and interior designers and specifiers looking for their next stunning light feature a one-stop-shop of decorative lighting brands to choose from.
About LiGHT 23
The LiGHT exhibition is held over two days at the Business Design Centre. The show highlights include the [d]arc thoughts talks programme, with a stream of guests keen to learn more about the hot topics from interior design, architecture and lighting. The event features a bespoke decorative lighting hub showcasing a range of brands, as well as an exclusive designers lounge. LiGHT 23, Business Design Centre, 21 - 22 November 2023
Registration opens for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe, returning to ExCeL London 29 – 30 November 2023. Designers, suppliers, and decision-makers from cruise lines and shipyards will take to London to hear the industry’s latest trends and challenges, update their portfolios and samples, and grow their network at this specialised exhibition and conference.
Attendees can look forward to a display of high-quality innovations and expertise from the European cruise interior industry’s leading design firms, outfitters, and suppliers at CSIE. Buyers can also expand their supplier order book with the Speed Networking program. With two sessions running per day, CSIE will match industry suppliers with relevant buyers from cruise lines, design studios, and shipyards.
Notable industry players RODA, Cristallux, De Wave Group, and more will be joined by 60 CSIE newcomers including Gruppo Mastrotto, a dynamic fabric and tanning supplier whose clients span automotive, marine, and aviation industries. Also new to CSIE is Marino Projects, an established contractor within the European cruise market boasting over 450 completed ship finishing and outfitting projects across 21 countries.
CSIE will unite the cruise interiors community through a variety of networking opportunities, from the Opening Party to the Happy Hour crowning day one. Throughout the show, delegates can connect with peers over a British pint at the CSIE Pub, which will also be hosting the Pitch & Pint competition. Following a popular launch drawing large crowds last year, this high-energy event gave new to CSIE suppliers the chance to pitch one headline product or service to design studio and cruise line judges. Among these were George Scammell (Director, Interior Design, Princess Cruises), James McIntyre (Procurement Director, MSC Cruises), and Peter Joehnk (Founder and Partner, JOI Design).
Interactive sessions run by industry thought leaders will be also taking place at exhibitor stands throughout CSIE. These CPD accredited talks will delve into the industry’s most pressing topics and trends, from project management to appealing to the next generation of cruising, wrapped up by an exploration into how disruptive technologies will shake up the cruise design sector.
To commemorate the end of a successful year for the European cruise community, the CSI Awards will wrap up day two of Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe. These coveted awards will celebrate the industry’s biggest achievements over the last year.
Register here for Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe 2023 to receive event updates and your free two-day pass.
Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe (CSIE) caters exclusively to the European cruise interior design industry. Taking place at London’s ExCeL, the highly focused exhibition and conference is the place to be if you work in the industry. Cruise Ship Interiors Expo Europe, ExCel London, 29 - 30 November 2023
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