Heimtextil 2025 opened the new trade fair year with a spectacular start and with its last day today, welcoming over 3,000 exhibitors from 65 countries. As the leading international trade fair for home and contract textiles, Heimtextil continues to grow steadily, reaffirming its status as a vital platform for industry leaders in the textile and design sectors. The fair is not only an exhibition space but also a global meeting point for businesses seeking innovative and sustainable solutions for the textile market.
This year’s event kicked off with a captivating installation titled “among-us” by renowned designer and architect Patricia Urquiola. Her thought-provoking design installation was unveiled at the opening press conference and is located in Hall 12.0. The installation embodies Urquiola’s vision for the future of textile design, merging traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge innovation.
Patricia Urquiola’s “among-us”: A Celebration of Hybrid Design
Urquiola’s installation “among-us” explores the evolving potential of textiles, merging the physical and virtual realms in a design that highlights materiality, functionality, and sustainability. The title “among-us” reflects the concept of collective togetherness, inviting visitors to experience the hybrid nature of modern textile design.
“The steady growth and the very high level of internationality confirm the strength of Heimtextil. As leading international trade fair for home and contract textiles and textile design, it is an indispensable partner for the global industry – this is more important today than ever before. Especially in challenging times, Heimtextil offers companies the opportunity to strengthen their market position: through international visibility, the identification and realisation of potential and the development of new global business partners”, says Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt.
The installation showcases several pieces made specifically for Heimtextil, such as a hanging carpet created with the dhurrie technique, alongside other unique textile objects designed in collaboration with partners like Kettal, Moroso, cc-tapis, Aquafil, and Cimento®. Urquiola’s work illustrates how textiles can serve both aesthetic and functional roles, enhancing living spaces, retail environments, and hospitality settings. The combination of abstract shapes like sofas and upholstered sculptures, paired with virtual displays, presents a fascinating dialogue between the real and digital worlds.
“Among-us is a convivial and intuitive textile installation that shows the evolving possibilities of textiles, exploring their hybrid potentials across various scales,” Urquiola explained. “It celebrates new relationships between materials and technologies, where traditional craftsmanship meets contemporary design.”
Heimtextil 2025: A Global Textile Hub
As the largest event for home and contract textiles, Heimtextil 2025 provides a comprehensive showcase of global textile innovations. Visitors have the opportunity to explore a broad spectrum of textile products, including wallpapers, upholstery fabrics, mattresses, sleep systems, fibers, yarns, carpets, and rugs. Notably, the Carpets & Rugs area has tripled in size, reflecting the growing importance of carpets in the global market.
In addition to product exhibitions, the event offers trend insights for the coming seasons. The Heimtextil Trends 25/26, curated by the Milan-based design platform Alcova, offer inspiration for sustainable material qualities, innovative color schemes, and cutting-edge production processes. These trends are presented in the Trend Arena in Hall 3.0, creating a dynamic atmosphere for designers and industry professionals to engage with the future of textile design.
The Future of Textiles: Sustainable Solutions and Global Insights
Heimtextil 2025 is more than just an exhibition; it’s a platform for global conversations on sustainability, AI in retail, and the future of contract furnishings. The fair offers various specialized stages for attendees to deepen their understanding of industry shifts:
- Retail Stage (Hall 12.1): Discussions will range from sleep and sustainability to AI in retail and customer experience optimization.
- Texpertise Stage (Hall 4.0): This stage will focus on materials for contract furnishings, trends in hotel design, and, of course, the Heimtextil Trends 25/26.
The event is a vital opportunity for exhibitors and buyers alike to find innovative solutions to the challenges facing the textile industry, including the impact of economic shifts, energy prices, and market regulations.
A Bright Future for Heimtextil
Despite the challenges the global textile industry faces, Heimtextil 2025’s continued growth and international appeal signal a promising future for the fair. As Detlef Braun, Member of the Executive Board of Messe Frankfurt, noted, “The steady growth and the very high level of internationality confirm the strength of Heimtextil. As the leading international trade fair for home and contract textiles, it is an indispensable partner for the global industry — this is more important today than ever before.”
Heimtextil 2025 sets the stage for the future of the textile industry, focusing on sustainable materials, innovative design, and global market expansion. Whether exploring groundbreaking trends or networking with industry leaders, this year’s event is positioned as a crucial gathering for shaping the future of home and contract textiles.
