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Cutting edge design at Ambiente 2025

More than just a trade event, Ambiente offers a glimpse into the future of design, where sustainability, material innovation, and playfulness take center stage.

An American in Paris: Ten trends to bring home from Paris Design Week

Celebrity designer Jennifer Farrell took a short break from creating her new showhome experience, I.C.E. House, in the South of France, to explore Paris Design Week – and uncovered the hottest trends unveiling in 2025

Ambiente 2025: A grand stage for leading brands

Living, Giving, Working, and Dining in style: Ambiente 2025 is set to be a trade…

More than textiles: Heimtextil 2026 expands its product portfolio by non-textile floor coverings

Heimtextil launches a new product area for the 2026 edition. Non-textile floor coverings get a new base at the world’s leading trade fair for home and contract textiles in Frankfurt: ‘Flooring & Equipment’ ideally complements the existing portfolio with Carpets & Rugs – and offers an attractive addition for numerous visitor target groups as well as valuable new contacts. With the launch of the new area, Heimtextil once again proves itself as the global platform for the entire textile and non-textile interior design sector. 

Hooker Furnishings targets EU market with new Modern Country Collection

Inspired by nature’s beauty, the Modern Country Collection blends vintage charm with contemporary design. Featuring warm, inviting handcrafted materials and natural textures, this versatile collection includes a curated mix of pieces that celebrate the timeless beauty of modern country living, bringing an elevated ambiance of comfort and tranquility to interiors.

Designer’s guide to Mexico City

Mexico City is a vibrant hub of culture and creativity and has long been a favorite destination for designers and artists alike. This guide features insights from a range of industry experts, including architect Ike, design publicist and long-time CDMX resident Abby Ellis, interior designer Kerry Vasquez, hospitality firms Woogmaster Studio and Bells & Whistles, and myself, DNN Editor-in-Chief, Courtney Porter. Together, we’ve curated a selection of galleries, shops, stays, sights, and bites to help you navigate this dynamic city. As Design News Now focuses on interiors, we’ll start with a spotlight on the city’s top furniture and collectibles galleries.

nmedia on the future of trade shows and B2B ecommerce

NMedia’s innovative platform is transforming the furniture industry by extending the traditional trade show experience into a year-round B2B marketplace online. Find out how digital solutions are helping gift, decor and furniture manufacturers streamline operations, automate orders, and integrate seamlessly with e-commerce systems.

Jennifer Farrell & Erinn V team up StyleRow with Farrell’s design showhome, I.C.E. House

Jennifer Farrell’s destination showhome experience, I.C.E. House will redefine the adaptable home of the future, and StyleRow will host the virtual tour and shoppable experience, connecting the exclusive luxury brands of I.C.E. House with a global audience of industry professionals and design lovers.

Rossinavi and Yves Béhar unveil the groundbreaking electric hybrid catamaran concept at Design Miami 

For three years, Rossinavi and Béhar have collaborated to develop Solsea, a catamaran designed for active owners—individuals passionate about exploring the seas, engaging in ocean sports, and undertaking long-distance crossings without refueling—while embodying eco-conscious luxury and advanced design. 

Future of Design: Step into the Dream World of Sur/Reality at Maison&Objet 2025

In January 2025, Maison&Objet, in collaboration with Peclers Paris, will showcase Sur/Reality, a theme that reimagines surrealism for the contemporary world. Drawing inspiration from the fantastical, the absurd, and the playful, Sur/Reality invites visitors to explore new creative landscapes where fantasy and technology collide. This immersive experience will highlight the surprising, unexpected, and joyous objects that challenge our perception of reality, offering a refreshing escape from the ordinary.