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* Diverse spectrum of offerings for the most demanding requirements
* Industry gathering for the interior community
* Cologne – a vibrant design hub
* imm cologne remains the kick-off for the new interior design year
From 26 to 29 October 2025, idd cologne will mark its debut in Cologne, Germany. The new trade fair for premium interior design solutions for the residential, hotel and catering sectors will bring the highend interior community together, with participants travelling from across Europe to attend. With a focus on strong brands, innovative design and groundbreaking interior trends, the new platform for inspiration will also open its doors to members of the public.
Held every two years in October, idd cologne will make its debut in October 2025, occupying Halls 2 and 3 at Koelnmesse.
The preparations for interior design days cologne (idd cologne) are in full swing, and the first conversations with key industry stakeholders show that the response to the new event is extremely positive: Numerous renowned companies have already confirmed their attendance during the early-bird booking period, which continues until the end of May. The list of confirmed exhibitors includes names such as Bielefelder Werkstätten/JAB ANSTOETZ, Bretz, COR, interlübke and Kettnaker. idd cologne’s innovative concept goes far beyond a conventional product showcase: It focuses on presenting contemporary living spaces as holistic ensembles – and this approach has been greeted with warm approval from the industry.
Diverse spectrum of offerings for the most demanding requirements
idd cologne brings together leading manufacturers from the premium interiors industry, covering all the relevant segments. In addition to home decor, the event also extends to the hospitality and contract business, setting new standards for exclusive design concepts in hotels, restaurants and the catering trade. The spectrum of offerings ranges from indoor and outdoor furniture by exclusive brands to kitchens, bathroom furniture and fittings, and premium mattress production all the way through to decorative lighting, textiles, rugs and carpets as well as floor and wall design. Fireplaces, hearths and solutions for bespoke interior construction are also included within the trade fair’s broad selection. To further diversify the spectrum of premium design, on 28 and 29 October 2025, idd cologne will be colocated with aquanale, the International Trade Fair for Sauna.Pool.Ambience, generating even higher visitor numbers and additional potential in the wellness and sauna segment.
Industry gathering for the interior community
idd cologne will bring key international players together with a design-savvy audience with strong purchasing power – creating targeted business opportunities in one of the world’s most important interior design clusters. Alongside premium furniture retailers, contract furnishers, and planners and buyers from the hospitality industry, the trade fair is aimed at a select audience of interior professionals, the furniture industry, facility managers and corporate VIPs. Members of the public with an interest in exclusive interior design and inspiring living spaces are also welcome to attend. In addition, media representatives, creators, associations and industry partners are among idd cologne’s target groups.
Cologne – a vibrant design hub
Featuring top-class speakers, inspiring talks and exclusive networking formats, the idd cologne event programme will offer in-depth insights into current design trends and market opportunities – both at the trade fair and in the city. The “idd cologne downtown” city programme will showcase the innovative prowess of the interior design industry right in the heart of Cologne, with exhibitions, showrooms and hotspots of creativity poised to transform the city into a vibrant furniture metropolis. A perfect canvas for the design scene, the cathedral city is making a bold design statement once again. With over a century of trade fair history, outstanding infrastructure and its status as a leading destination for interior design, the city captivates on all fronts.
imm cologne remains the kick-off for the new interior design year
imm cologne is and will remain the event that kicks off the new interior design year. Its redefined concept is based on a B2B-only platform that focuses on the consumer-oriented segment of the interior design market. More than this, the trade fair’s international orientation remain crucial factors. While exhibitors travel from across the globe to appear at the event, the visitor profile primarily represents the European market.
Alongside the traditional furniture and interior design industry, the trade fair offers exhibitors from the international manufacturing industry the perfect platform for presenting relevant market and design trends. The spectrum of the exhibition covers all the key market segments of consumer-oriented interior design – from conventional furnishing solutions to flat-pack and ready-to-assemble offerings all the way through to young home living, discounted furniture and e-commerce.
imm cologne is aimed exclusively at professionals and trade visitors from the interiors industry and the home and living sector. Alongside German and international specialist retailers and wholesalers as well as purchasing groups, the event is increasingly geared towards digital sales channels. Its concept caters for e-commerce and online furniture sales as well as merchants in the DIY and supermarket sector.
Source: KölnMesse