
Outfitted in the South Hall near Registration, the KBIS Podcast Studio will feature Josh Cooperman, host of the popular Convo By Design podcast, in conversation with some of the industry’s most influential voices as they discuss trends on the show floor, insider insights, and the future of the kitchen + bath industry.

After a successful edition with increase in both visitors and exhibitors, Heimtextil is tapping into further growth potential with an optimized new hall structure in 2026 – thus responding to the industry’s changing market needs. The most influential and international trade fair for home and contract textiles as well as textile design is thus developing its range in a target group-specific way, creating shorter distances and promoting synergies between its diverse product segments.

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