13 with close-knit surrounding communities .
Every element of the HIX 2024 programme will be guided by this idea ; from the topics up for debate on the HIX Talks stage and the form of the event ’ s signature HIX installation , to the soundtrack and menus at one of the many industry networking receptions .
EXPO
Featuring a curated selection of over 160 cutting-edge design brands , the HIX show floor represents the best of the bathroom , surface , technology , furnishing and fabric sectors – a one stop shop with everything you need to bring the guest experience to life . This year ’ s line-up includes returning HIX favourites like GROHE , Laufen , Roca , Hansgrohe , Chelsom , Duxiana , Hypnos and Muuto along new members of the HIX exhibitor community like Cane-line , Woodio , Pablo Designs , Frandsen and Bensen . Elsewhere , back for a third year , Collection is HIX ’ s expo-withinan-expo comprising a micro-edit of 30 European labels presenting exclusive new products , while the all-new Gallery Hall adds 30 new stands and activation areas served by their own programme of content .
TALKS
How is the rise of responsible tourism changing hotel design ? Is hotel F & B the key to unlocking an authentic local experience ? Will hotels evolve to be more like homes ? HIX Talks asks the big hotel design questions with a lineup of the industry ’ s brightest