imm cologne 2026 Announces Central Theme: World of Interiors

Furniture World News Desk on 5/22/2025

The organizers of imm cologne have announced the central theme for the 2026 edition of the trade fair: World of Interiors. Taking place from 20 to 23 January 2026 at the Koelnmesse trade fair grounds, the event will present a comprehensive showcase of interior lifestyles and design solutions tailored to the evolving needs of the global consumer-oriented furniture market.

“Our central theme, World of Interiors, sums up what the reconceptualised imm cologne stands for: It brings the entire spectrum of home interiors together at a single event. The trade fair reflects the latest developments, drives trends and serves as a central marketplace, making it the leading business event for the consumer-oriented furniture industry,” said Bernd Sanden, Director of imm cologne.

A Platform for Market-Ready Products and Industry Insights

The 2026 theme will highlight a wide array of products, from entry-level to premium, and from high-volume manufacturers to established lifestyle brands. Designed for decision-makers across the retail, wholesale, and interior design sectors, World of Interiors aims to provide both practical solutions and forward-looking perspectives on global interior design trends.

Focused B2B Networking and Business Development

imm cologne 2026 will continue its emphasis on facilitating strategic conversations and business transactions. The trade fair will bring together key players from both traditional and digital retail sectors, serving as a sourcing hub for companies targeting the German and Central European markets.

Legacy and Future Direction

With over 70 years as a central meeting point for the global furniture and interior design industry, imm cologne is recognized for balancing tradition with innovation. The 2026 edition aims to maintain this legacy while adapting to contemporary industry needs, offering attendees a structured yet creative environment to explore design, functionality, and market trends.

Returning to Annual January Schedule

Starting in 2026, imm cologne will return to its traditional annual schedule in January. The next edition will occupy Halls 4, 5, and 10 of the Koelnmesse venue. Exhibitors can find more information and registration details at www.imm-cologne.com/for-exhibitors/become-an-exhibitor.

Save the date: 20–23 January 2026 – Welcome to the World of Interiors.

About Koelnmesse
At its home base in Cologne, flagship events such as imm cologne and idd cologne are joined by internationally renowned and well-established trade fairs including interzum, ORGATEC, spoga+gafa, FSB, and aquanale. These events comprehensively represent the interior and design sectors, supply industries for furniture manufacturing and interior construction, modern working environments, garden lifestyle, as well as outdoor spaces, sports and leisure facilities, and wellness areas such as saunas and pools. In addition to its events in Cologne, Koelnmesse is strategically expanding its portfolio in key growth markets around the globe. Its international trade fairs include La Feria De Diseño Medellín – powered by imm cologne in Colombia, ORGATEC TOKYO in Japan, ORGATEC INDIA in Mumbai, ORGATEC WORKSPACE Saudi Arabia in Riyadh, and the interzum brand family events: interzum guangzhou in China, interzum bogotá in Colombia, interzum jakarta in Indonesia, and the interzum forum italy in Italy. A new addition to Koelnmesse’s Living, Contract and Public Spaces portfolio is the FSB Sports Show Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. For more information, visit www.imm-cologne.com