idd cologne Announces Inaugural Trade Fair with Focus on Future Interiors

Furniture World News Desk on 4/2/2025

The first edition of idd cologne will take place from October 26–29, 2025, in Cologne, Germany. Positioned as a new premium trade fair for high-quality interior design concepts, the event will gather brands, design professionals, and enthusiasts from across Europe. Its central theme, "Shaping Homes & Hospitality", will explore future-oriented approaches to residential, hotel, and public space interiors.

Organizers say the fair reflects a shift in the interior design industry, with increased attention on sustainability, longevity, and the emotional impact of environments.

“With a diverse range of products and services exhibited by leading premium brands and an inspiring event programme, idd cologne is positioning itself as a pivotal source of inspiration for future-oriented interior design concepts. Our aim is to energise the entire industry – from the specialised trade and interior design professionals to decision-makers in the contract and corporate business sectors, not forgetting private visitors with a passion for design – and play an active role in shaping the future of living and interior design,” says Maik Fischer, Director of idd cologne.

Event Focus Areas

The event will highlight several core topics:

• Durability and Design Passion: Emphasis will be placed on long-lasting, high-quality products that reduce resource consumption while allowing for personal expression and design innovation.

“Durability goes hand in hand with a passion for design, beauty and quality. Our industry faces the task of actively shaping interior design so that these values are reflected in holistic concepts. And that is precisely where idd cologne comes in: as a platform where visions take on a physical form that can be experienced,” explains Dick Spierenburg, Creative Director of idd cologne.

• Well-being and Comfort: The event will present interiors designed to influence mood and interaction, with a focus on spaces that foster calm, security, and social connection.

• Material-Driven Design: Sustainable, resource-conscious materials will be a key area of exploration, particularly those aligning with premium aesthetics and values.

idd cologne’s holistic approach encourages industry participants to consider how interior design can impact quality of life, with a focus on both form and function.

Exhibitor Participation and Registration

Numerous brands have already confirmed participation in the 2025 debut, including Bielefelder Werkstätten/JAB Anstoetz, Bretz, COR, domovari, Draenert, interlübke, Kettnaker, KFF, Rodam, Scholtissek, Schramm, Signet, and Sudbrock.

Exhibitors interested in joining the inaugural event can benefit from early-bird rates if registered by May 31, 2025. More information and registration details are available at www.idd-cologne.com/en.

About Koelnmesse
Koelnmesse is a leading global trade fair organizer for the Living, Contract, and Public Spaces sectors. It hosts events such as imm cologne, interzum, ORGATEC, spoga+gafa, FSB, and aquanale in Cologne, as well as international editions in Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. These events cover a wide range of themes from interior design and furniture production to garden lifestyle and wellness facilities. For more information, visit idd-cologne.com.