 | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | | Spring comes with new beginnings | | ‘Adapt or die.’ It may sound harsh, but the fast-moving design industry has witnessed the undeniable truth in this old adage. After the pandemic turned the world upside down, physical events were left with no choice but to embrace change and evolve to stay relevant – take, for instance, this year’s Salone, which opted for a single-level experience instead of the usual two-floor setup...
Running from 4–7 June, the newly conceived Spring Edition of imm cologne marks the international furniture fair’s starting point in its transformative journey. The event will be geared towards trade visitors and includes updated participation formats, new possibilities for exchange, a smarter hall plan and other revamped features. It’s all about learning, adapting and moving forward. Read more
Valeria Montjoy – Senior Content Editor | |  | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | After a couple of years filled with uncertainty, many physical fairs are rethinking their purpose. The new story of imm cologne, moving from January to June for its 2023 edition, brings with it more than a different schedule; it's also changing its look.
While its usual location – the Koelnmesse exhibition centre – remains the same, the spring event will take place using a more efficient floor plan, with clearly divided hall areas connected by the trade fair boulevard, as well as a setup that accommodates new approaches to presenting products and a greater mix of stand sizes and formats. Explore the hall plan | |  | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | | Four days of networking and inspiring design | | | Fulfilling its role as one of the world's most important furnishing shows, imm cologne will showcase the latest furniture and interior design trends, presenting numerous market-ready innovations and providing a platform for up-and-coming designers. The Spring Edition has a trade audience focus, aiming to offer visitors and exhibitors – both national and international – numerous business and networking possibilities. To the exhibitor list | |  |
Parla, the charm of craftsmanship
Parla is an independent furniture brand that is active in the international interior and design scene. In Cologne, Parla presents its latest collections created by its young design team, which combine award-winning design with high-quality standards and the best craftsmanship to fit into any home's style. Find out more | |  | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | | The halls will be buzzing with events | | | The June fair comes hand in hand with a series of events. Visitors can look forward to discovering artistically staged furnishing solutions at the Pure Vernissage, participating in the official opening event on the Piazza at the Sundowner, attending the Mattress Association's networking platform in the Sleep lounge and much more. Find out more | |  | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | | Pure Galleries' creative stand concept | | In order to help visitors navigate the show and enable exhibitors to select the best possible positioning, imm cologne Spring Edition is divided into interior worlds based on the character of the respective product offerings.
Pure Galleries, located in Hall 11.2, is a new compact and creative stand concept where exhibitors with a strong brand identity will be able to present their products in a modern, minimalist and art-gallery-like atmosphere. Learn more | |  | | Photo: Koelnmesse / imm cologne | | | How to promote well-being in the home? | | Part of imm’s interior world, the Home concept is divided into three sections. Home Sleep will highlight products designed to ensure a good night’s rest, from mattresses and sleep systems to bed linen and accessories, while Home Scenes will showcase modern furniture to maximise comfort, such as armchairs, convertible couches and shelving systems.
Just around the corner, Home Settings will present solutions for young lifestyles, including ready-to-go furniture, children’s furniture and accessories. Read more | | | | | | | | |
