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The architects of Waterstudio.NL not only design floating houses in the luxury segment in the IJburg district of Amsterdam but also in the rest of the world.

May 17 2019 Trends

Built on water: Floating Houses Architects from New York to Shanghai are increasingly being confronted with the same problem: Too little space for too many people. The challenge of developing new habitable spaces within the city is not easy. Many architects, contractors and urban planners are tackling this situation with floating... learn more

Every second person surveyed would rent furniture

May 16 2019 Trends

Renting furniture is the new buying We are sharing more: food, clothing, apartments, bicycles or cars. The sharing economy has now advanced into the furniture industry, and this at precisely the right time. This is because, according to a recent study from Connox, a German online shop for living design, and the furniture supplier Lygh... learn more

May 13 2019 Trends

Instagram: interior blogger gives helpful tips Instagram is definitely the most powerful medium to communicate a message and, of course, to get new customers, also for the furniture industry. Images have the rare power to immediately appeal to people, that’s why a good Instagram profile could really make a change to the business of furnitu... learn more

Shoes reserved by mobile phone can be picked up at the "Sneaker Bar"

Apr 08 2019 Trends

NIKE, a pioneer of personalisation Accelerated life in our digitalised world is changing consumer behaviour and intensifying the wish for individualisation. The sports merchandise manufacturer Nike is a pioneer in the field of personalised products and combines this successfully with "NIKE BY YOU" customizing at its website... learn more

Operare ceramic tiles recall the art deco style

Mar 26 2019 Trends

Digital printing – interior design made to measure A home of one’s own design – this is what many customers today are looking for and something interior architects and furniture manufacturers should pay attention to. Digital printing is a groundbreaking technology that allows manufacturers and designers to tailor the surfaces of carpets... learn more

Mar 13 2019 Trends

No avoiding e-invoicing Electronic invoicing reduces costs and is also becoming indispensable for companies in the furniture industry. Many are still reluctant to switch over to e-invoicing – but there will be no avoiding it in the future. learn more

Mar 06 2019 Trends

Off the roll: Wallpaper in the bathroom The days of floor-to-ceiling bathroom tiles in yellow ochre or brown are over. Wallpaper is finding its way into bathrooms and offers new variety in terms of patterns and design possibilities. Whether you prefer a striped look or a gloss effect: there are no restrictions to your own taste. Wallpaper... learn more

Feb 21 2019 Trends

All-in-one kitchens: No longer a dream A kitchen appliance that can do everything. Wouldn’t that be a dream come true? But what do aspiring domestic gods and goddesses really want? If you can believe the shows on TV, we’re all turning into professional chefs with stylish home kitchens, equipped with gleaming stainless steel h... learn more

Feb 18 2019 Trends

Fully automated home kitchen Today, they are still unfamiliar rarities. But futurologists believe it is a foregone conclusion that robots will eventually also make themselves at home in our private kitchens. learn more

Feb 11 2019 Trends

The customization mega-trend. Manufacturing individual products for customers has been a mega-trend for years. But what exactly is a mega-trend? A "blockbuster of change", as defined by Zukunftsinstitut? That's a pretty good definition, because a trend that endures for at least 25 years, and that across national bo... learn more

Feb 06 2019 Trends

Strong, food-safe, made of wood, concrete or glass The worktop is one, if not the most important area of the kitchen. Washing, cutting, stirring and mixing takes place here. Plates are arranged and glasses filled here. It must be able to withstand heat, bacteria and lots of dirt. And it must also be hygienically clean again at the end of the day. learn more

Jan 31 2019 Trends

The evolution of the screen Whether Asian, modern or country style, screens are one of the most flexible pieces of furniture around and can be easily set up, collapsed and tucked away as needed due to their construction. Even though screens have never really gone out of style, they are the must-have home accessory of the momen... learn more

Jan 15 2019 Trends

The new purism trend enters the kitchen Every day, people – especially in big cities – are bombarded by countless stimuli that they have to process. This leads many to long for an ordered look in their homes. This also, or especially, applies to kitchens, where lots of devices and other items gather, but which – when sto... learn more

Jan 09 2019 Trends

Comeback of patterns and decors in interior design Simple beauties writhe in front of the animated background: patterns and motifs alternate from the sofa to the wall and floor. Skilfully combined, the result is always a good motif. learn more

Dec 20 2018 Trends

Interiors industry in search of new payment systems Mobile payment, self-checkout and contact-free payment are no longer a big deal from a technological perspective. However, the diversity of solutions and the habits of consumers make change difficult. learn more

Dec 19 2018 Trends

New future study: "Living Trends 2035" The digitalisation of living will increase in speed in the coming years and living wishes will grow more diverse. Especially the major cities with their hinterland are becoming more attractive. In demand are small, accessible apartments, but also comfortable smart living domiciles with sophisticated... learn more

Dec 17 2018 Trends

Three questions to designer Jon Christie Jon Christie, a former DJ with over 20 years’ experience in furniture making, is one of the first designers to combine traditional furniture production with cutting-edge 3D printing technology. We spoke with him about his first steps with a 3D printer and about the opportunities that 3D printi... learn more

Dec 12 2018 Trends

Young trendsetters at imm cologne The prize-winning designers of the "Pure Talents Contest" provide fresh impulses for the furniture industry at imm cologne 2019. Young trendsetters like these create convincing product worlds in combination with sustainable processing and social commitment. Innovative business ideas with a... learn more

Dec 10 2018 Trends

Scandinavian design: Nordic by Nature Soft and gentle colours, clear shapes, natural materials – these are probably the most important stylistic elements of Nordic design that have won the hearts of design enthusiasts all over the world. The trend towards subtly understated furniture that is as close to nature as possible remains... learn more

Dec 10 2018 Trends

Furniture retailing: pay by smartphone For its “Retail Report 2018”, the company Adyen asked more than 5,000 consumers from all over Europe for their opinion on services offered by retailers across all industries. One key finding was that payment method plays an important role. learn more

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