New York, NY – February 5, 2025 – The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF), North America’s leading platform for global design, is thrilled to announce its return to the Javits Center on May 18-20, 2025. Building upon its storied reputation, ICFF is set to deliver an immersive event that responds to shifting market conditions, celebrates international collaboration, and highlights forward-thinking creativity in furniture and interior design.
For this edition, the thematic focus is “Designing in Harmony,” emphasizing human-centered, multi-sensory, and multicultural design that reflects the diversity and dynamism of the global industry and the world at large. This approach underscores craftsmanship, sustainability, and the human connection at the heart of design, creating an environment that fosters genuine connection, sparks creativity, and celebrates innovation. With immersive exhibits, engaging discussions, and strategic networking opportunities, ICFF is where the design community converges to explore new ideas and shape the future of design.
Over the course of three days, designers, architects, developers, and buyers will convene to experience the latest in furniture, lighting, seating, textiles, and more. ICFF 2025’s refreshed approach includes a carefully redesigned floor plan, expanded international participation, and dynamic partnerships that underscore the fair’s goal of creating a truly human-centered and globally inclusive event.
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Navigating a Changing Market
As the U.S. market continues to evolve—marked by global economic and political flux, as well as the impact of unpredictable natural disasters such as those recently experienced in Los Angeles—ICFF is keenly attuned to the emerging needs and fresh opportunities in the design industry. These challenges underscore the importance of adaptable, sustainable, and inclusive solutions. By convening the global design community, ICFF aims to spark meaningful dialogue and innovation that will shape a more resilient future for both the industry and the end-users it serves.
“Creativity and empathy are the foundational principles that should continue to guide our industry as we shape the future. Its mission is to design spaces, products, and experiences that address the needs of tomorrow, creating a future that is both optimistic and sustainable. It is through this lens that we will contribute to a stronger economy for the design industry while continuing to innovate in ways that are thoughtful and human centered. ICFF’s goal is to align with and support this mission,” states ICFF Brand Directors Odile Hainaut and Claire Pijoulat.
A Fresh Floor Plan
The 2025 floor plan has been thoughtfully redesigned to create distinct destinations under one roof. Each area will offer a unique experience, enabling a smoother flow for both exhibitors and visitors. Designed by RADS (Rodolfo Agrella Design Studio), the overall look, feel, and layout echo ICFF’s holistic, human-centered approach—creating spaces that encourage organic interaction and engaging dialogues.
Global Design Community
Committed to fostering design commerce worldwide, ICFF introduces leading North American architects, interior designers, curators, buyers, and developers to an array of innovative and influential designers from around the world. The International representation will shine a spotlight on design excellence from a wide range of countries, nurturing a global conversation on contemporary design. Visitors will encounter cutting-edge work from notable exhibitors like Secto, Midgard, Woud and others leading the way in sustainable materials, inclusive concepts, and next-generation aesthetics. This year, the Fair highlights new products from Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Portugal, South Africa, the United Kingdom, and beyond.
Tomorrowland, Ethnicraft, and Dieter Vander Velpen are pleased to present Morpho at the upcoming edition of ICFF. With Morpho, the renowned music festival Tomorrowland creates a high-end lifestyle brand, expanding its sphere from the ephemeral into lasting architectural legacy. The contemporary Art Nouveau collection of furniture and objects is designed under the creative direction of Antwerp-based architect Dieter Vander Velpen and brought to life by the craftsmanship of Belgian furniture brand Ethnicraft. The introduction of Morpho follows landmark projects such as the Tomorrowland headquarters in Antwerp and Lab of Tomorrow in Boom and will extend the Tomorrowland experience to new leisure projects.
FEATURED PROGRAMS
WANTED
At the center of ICFF is WANTED, which continues to nurture tomorrow’s creative leaders and support young talent. Featuring Launch Pad, Look Book, the Design Schools Workshop, and a dedicated Schools Showcase, this platform empowers emerging designers with mentorship, visibility, and valuable industry connections.
Welcome Lounge x Ligne Roset
Acting as the Fair’s official welcome point, the lounge greets thousands of visitors and invites them to discover the latest designs from Ligne Roset.
Bespoke: The Art of Making
Celebrating Exceptional Craftsmanship: A Showcase of Artistry and Innovation. Returning for another year, this highly anticipated feature, presented in partnership with Architectural Digest and AD PRO, highlights the work of elite artisans renowned for their masterful creations in high-end interiors, furnishings, textiles, and finishes. At the heart of the experience is the Bespoke Salon, a thoughtfully designed space by MAWD | March and White Design. This unique, architecturally driven lounge offers an immersive environment for guests to explore, connect, and engage in meaningful conversations while providing partners with an intimate setting for presentations and discussions. The Bespoke Salon is sponsored by Edelweiss Pianos and Ferreira de Sá.
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The Water Experience x Grohe
Located in the Kitchen & Bath area and highlighting sustainable design practices in the realm of water conservation, The Water Experience x Grohe will introduce innovative materials and forward-thinking products that address critical environmental challenges.
OFS x ROOM
Returning this year with a collaborative studio and lounge space, OFS x ROOM will host live conversations with design thought leaders for a series of podcasts, In the Room at ICFF, and a brand-new series, Designers on Designers.
Recharge Lounge x Juniper
A brand-new addition, Juniper will host a collaborative space at the center of ICFF, where attendees can unwind, recharge, meet, and work. Visitors can recharge with power drinks, while charging their devices on the new Juniper Ground Control power systems. The lounge area and coworking tables provide free internet connection in an inspiring meeting and working space. Juniper’s Multiverse lighting collection will activate and elevate the experience with graphical illuminated motifs and functional task lighting throughout the space.
The Library x Phaidon
Created in partnership with global book publisher Phaidon and sponsored by Flokk/Hag, this curated library space, adjacent to the Mainstage, will offer a chance to delve into the newest design publication from Phaidon, Defining Style: The Book of Interior Design through a talk and book signing. From the latest design philosophies to timeless classics, visitors can browse and immerse themselves in a wealth of creativity and knowledge.
The ICFF Talks
The Mainstage, sponsored by Moroso, and The Oasis will host an impressive lineup of speakers, panel discussions, and workshops addressing a wide range of topics—from sustainability and inclusivity to breakthrough materials, new technologies, and new business models. Speakers will include US-based and International inspiring voices including Patrizia Moroso, Dieter Vander Velpen, Jared Blake, Ben Aranda from Aranda\Lasch, Esther Chang, and Daniel Germani. Additional programming will take place in the Bespoke Salon and The Water Experience x Grohe.
The Be Original Americas x Rarify Dining Lounge
Designed and curated by Rarify, in collaboration with RADS – Rodolfo Agrella Design Studio, and furnished in partnership with Be Original Americas, The Dining Lounge offers a unique exhibition-like experience while learning about authentic design.
The Cafe
Between exploring the latest design innovations, attendees can take a break in the newly unveiled café oasis—a stylish retreat where they can relax, enjoy a refreshing juice, and sink into the refined comfort of Dedon and Gloster furniture.
ICFF Editors Awards
A hallmark of ICFF, the ICFF Editors Awards recognize excellence in categories spanning furniture, lighting, textiles, and more. The ceremony will be held on the main stage on Sunday, May 18th at 5:30 pm, where the design community will gather to celebrate the industry’s most groundbreaking work and achievements. The host of the ceremony will again be Dan Mahboubian Rosen, a comedian, writer and native New Yorker, bringing his unique perspective on design to the stage.
A Strengthened Collaboration with NYCxDESIGN
ICFF is proud to announce a reinforced partnership with NYCxDESIGN, New York City’s premier design festival. This collaboration bolsters an already vibrant community of designers, architects, manufacturers, and thought leaders who converge each year in the city that never sleeps. By working together, ICFF and NYCxDESIGN will create a more cohesive festival experience, uniting both local and global design voices.
“Together, we’re committed to building a Festival that not only celebrates creativity everywhere in NYC but also drives forward-thinking solutions that resonate with the broader community,” states ICFF Brand Directors Odile Hainaut and Claire Pijoulat.
This year ICFF Night Out returns bigger and better, extending from May 16-20 and in locations across the city, including NoMad, SoHo, Tribeca, and Midtown. In partnership with NYCxDESIGN and media partners Interni and aspire home and design, these events promise to ignite networking opportunities and celebrate design, offering guests an unforgettable taste of New York’s vibrant design community.
Show Dates & Hours
- Sunday, May 18: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Monday, May 19: 10 AM – 6 PM
- Tuesday, May 20: 10 AM – 5 PM
About ICFF
The International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) is North America’s leading global platform for contemporary furnishing design. With its emphasis on original and sustainable design, ICFF presents designers of furniture (indoor and outdoor), lighting, seating, carpet and flooring, wallcoverings, materials, and kitchen and bath to an audience of architects, interior designers, retailers, distributors, developers, and press. ICFF is owned by Emerald.
About Emerald
Emerald is a leader in building dynamic, market-driven business-to-business platforms that integrate live events with a broad array of industry insights, digital tools, and data-focused solutions to create uniquely rich experiences. As true partners, we at Emerald strive to build our customers’ businesses by creating opportunities that inspire, amaze, and deliver breakthrough results. With over 140 events each year, our teams are creators and connectors who are thoroughly immersed in the industries we serve and committed to supporting the communities in which we operate. For more information, please visit www.emeraldx.com.
