DESPITE MARKET CHALLENGES, FRANKFURT ´ S TRADE FAIRS DRAW GLOBAL CROWD
GLOBAL HOSPITALITY DESIGN TRENDS TAKE CENTER STAGE AT HOST 2025 IN MILAN
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DESPITE MARKET CHALLENGES, FRANKFURT ´ S TRADE FAIRS DRAW GLOBAL CROWD
Despite ongoing economic pressures, the global consumer goods industry showed strong resilience at this year’ s Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld trade fairs in Frankfurt. Held from February 7 to 11, the events attracted around 148,000 visitors and 4,660 exhibitors from over 170 countries. The fairs focused on connecting international buyers, decision-makers and suppliers across all trade channels. Visitor satisfaction reached a record 95 %, with strong attendance from countries such as Italy, China, the Netherlands, France and the US. New additions this year included the“ Interior Looks” premium brand area targeting interior designers and architects, and expanded offerings for the hospitality sector. Ambiente’ s dedicated“ Hoteliers’ Day” continued to grow as a platform for the hospitality and contract business sectors. The next edition of Ambiente is scheduled for February 6 – 10, 2026.
GLOBAL HOSPITALITY DESIGN TRENDS TAKE CENTER STAGE AT HOST 2025 IN MILAN
Host 2025, the international exhibition dedicated to hospitality and out-of-home technologies, will return to Fiera Milano from 17 to 21 October 2025. The fair will bring together over 1,400 exhibitors— 44 % international— across the Furniture-Technology and Tableware areas. Exhibitors will showcase indoor and outdoor furnishings, lighting solutions and digital innovations, including AI-powered tools for enhanced customization and operational efficiency, tailored to evolving hospitality needs. A highlight of the event is the Smart Label – Host Innovation Award, recognizing sustainable and forward-thinking design solutions. Organized with POLI. design and ADI, the winners will be announced during the exhibition. Design Talks and trend insights will round out the program.
76 hotelsmag. com May / June 2025