Innovation beyond the confines

The history of Glamora finds itself within the broader evolutionary path of interior decoration. A history that, although recent (the brand was in fact established in 2010), since the beginning has shown a strong identity and a decisive character, based on essential values ​​such as research, innovation, technology. From this semantic field the creative thinking of the company takes over,...

Antolini, from Cologne to Paris

Antolini’s agenda was completely booked in January. In fact, the company founded in 1920 in Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella took part in both the German and the French trade fairs. Among the highlighted surfaces is Calacatta Brasil, a refined quartzite, perfect for interpreting modern spaces and environments. Calacatta Brasil fully represents the philosophy of the brand, dedicated to offering a wide...

Happy Birthday Déco Off!

An exceptional edition of Paris Dèco Off is preparing to animate the two banks of the River Seine. In fact, this year marks the 10th anniversary of the trade show, an exclusive event full of surprises and kaleidoscopic innovations. The Parisian “rendez-vous”, which brings international interior designers and decoration and textile publishers to the Rive Gauche and Rive Droite (from...

Pure Talents Contest: young designers in the spotlight

They are young creative individuals, emerging international talents that come together to challenge one another in terms of innovation and design quality. Meet the Pure Talents, in the spotlight alongside big brands within the setting of IMM Cologne, where they are presenting the most captivating results of their research. 20 individuals are featured in this special exhibit, carefully selected by...

Imm, furniture under the spotlight 

Last year’s event closed with a positive balance, about 125,000 visitors and the growth of the group of operators from Europe and Asia, the main export markets of the German and European furniture industry. Topics such as sustainability, business and functionality will be discussed, as well as the emphasis on the bathroom area, which increasingly resembles a wellness oasis, and the impact of...

Between progress and amarcord

“A fresh hotel idea”. That is how the CEO Christophe Hoffmann defines 25hours Hotel The Circle, a creative alternative to grey ordinariness, born to satisfy the contemporary demands of a cosmopolitan public. To the demand, came a response. The hotel is located in the building which is an historical monument in the heart of Cologne, formerly the administrative headquarters of...

The intimacy of Lema

Lema returns to Imm. The company specialised in home furnishings returns to Cologne’s international trade show this year with a stand designed by Piero Lissoni that occupies more than 300 square meters. The intention of the company and the designer within this space is to develop and represent “Casa Lema” and its language of design. The custom made modular systems...

The 30th edition of Passagen

A must in the international trade show circuit, with increasingly more to offer in terms of culture and exhibitions. Passagen returns, the program of exhibitions and events which animates Cologne’s design week, alongside Imm. From 14 to 20 January, the city and its cultural hotspots become extraordinary showcases for the presentation of the latest trends in design, faces from...

Spain in Cologne

Probably, Pepa Bascón never imagined having such a response when, from her sunny Seville, she moved to Cologne in search of new experiences. Instead, twenty years after her ‘expatriation’, she has not only had a string of endeavours, but has seen success at every turn. After having cut her teeth in the hospitality industry for more than ten years, perhaps...

The perfect balance between history and future

The new products on display in these capitals, reflect the creative ferment that pervades them - from which one can well understand why they host the major trade events in the sector - and find out the common thread between these international cities: a drive for renewal that doesn't forget its roots but rather draws inspiration from its historical...