From 14 to 18 January 2024, imm cologne 2024, Germany’s largest Interior Business Event, presented the trends for the season ahead and once again proved to be the key meeting place for the international furnishings scene. With its central theme of Connecting Communities, the trade fair saw a huge turnout as visitors pore over the new collections and product innovations, to exchange ideas, discuss trends, make new contacts and maintain existing relationships.
Trade fair participants were treated to a wide range of newly developed content and event platforms in line with the concept of “The Circles”. Matthias Pollmann, Koelnmesse’s Vice President Trade Fair Management, explained: “Among other things, these central meeting points will showcase innovations in home living and demonstrate how the boundaries between art and design are blurring. With its international exhibitors and the new event format ‘The Circles’, Cologne’s Interior Business Event will once again be a hotspot for new home furnishing trends.”
Here are the key features from imm cologne 2024 that highlighted emerging interior design trends:
Flexibility Redefined:
- Disappearance of traditional boundaries in living spaces.
- Homes transforming into versatile spaces for living and working.
- Bathrooms reimagined as private spas, kitchens transformed into indoor gardens, and gardens as extended green living rooms.
- Emphasis on multifunctional furniture, weatherproof sofas, and flexible, modular furnishing concepts.
Sustainable Aesthetics:
- Focus on sustainable living and optimising product cycles in the interior design industry.
- Introduction of “circular-ready” furniture made from repurposed materials or bio-based materials.
- Increasing availability of environmentally certified furniture.
Inspiration from the Natural World:
- Sustainability influencing furniture colours and shapes.
- Trend leaning towards natural shades and materials.
- Use of green plants and nature-inspired materials in interiors.
- Design featuring soft, organically inspired shapes.
Sheer Comfort and Security:
- Increasing demand for safe and cosy living environments.
- Preference for calm design, pleasant textures, and materials like wood, leather, and natural stone.
- Warm, grounding spaces making a comeback.
Back to Basics:
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- Trend towards minimalism in furnishings reflecting contemporary attitudes.
- Design principle of omission, favouring compact and simple furniture.
- Focus on timeless elegance and resource-saving designs.
Colourful Living Spaces:
- Contrasting palettes take the lead with bold colours like red, yellow, and green.
- Introduction of vibrant furniture pieces to create a cheerful ambience.
- Designers favouring personalised details and a positive atmosphere in home interiors.
Don’t miss next year’s imm cologne 2025!
