Magazine Living and Furnishing

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Comeback of patterns and decors in interior design

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

Interiors industry in search of new payment systems

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

New future study: "Living Trends 2035"

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

Three questions to designer John Christie

Dec 17 2018 Trends

Three questions to designer John 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

Young trendsetters at imm cologne

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

Scandinavian design: Nordic by Nature

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

Furniture retailing: pay by smartphone

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

Switchy – the flexible kitchen splashback

Dec 07 2018 Trends

Switchy – the flexible kitchen splashback No other living space has undergone a greater transformation than the kitchen. A glimpse into the future gives an idea of the growing importance of smart solutions: The interchangeable Switchy glass frame developed by Lechner is a practical, intelligent kitchen backsplash with a double function that... learn more

VR technology in the furniture industry

Dec 04 2018 Trends

VR technology in the furniture industry The market share of e-commerce has grown constantly in recent years, and it can be foreseen that Internet commerce will one day pull ahead of other forms of sales. However, the big players in e-commerce have only just made themselves indispensable, and the next big revolution for the trade is alread... learn more

Click and Collect

Nov 26 2018 Trends

Click and Collect Order online, collect from a local collection point: the click-and-collect concept has proved highly successful in practice. But there are different approaches to combining online shopping and physical retail outlets for customers’ benefit. We’ve put together a few key points that furnit... learn more

Nature is the trump card

Nov 25 2018 Trends

Nature is the trump card Furniture and fittings made of natural materials create a sense of wellbeing, are aesthetically pleasing, can improve indoor air quality and, ideally, are produced in an environmentally friendly way. Since they fit with current trends, such as health consciousness, premium quality and environmental... learn more

Trend agencies in the furniture industry

Nov 19 2018 Trends

Trend agencies in the furniture industry How can furniture manufacturers know which colours, forms and themes will be popular in future living worlds? Trend agencies look for answers, have astonishingly effective methods for finding them and are nonetheless commissioned far too seldom in Germany. learn more

A strong alternative: Lightweight furniture

Nov 14 2018 Trends

A strong alternative: Lightweight furniture Innovative lightweight boards offer a whole range of benefits for furniture construction: large furniture surfaces with low weight, outstanding stability and lower production and transport costs. They’re also opening up new avenues for manufacturers in terms of design, they’re environmen... learn more

Environmental seals – an important aid for purchase decisions

Nov 11 2018 Trends

Environmental seals – an important aid for purchase decisions German consumers trust seals. 45 percent are convinced that a product with a seal is better than one without, especially when the label originates from an environmental protection organisation. Environmental seals inspire confidence and thus draw valuable attention to the hotly contested furniture m... learn more

Multi-space is becoming the dominant office form

Nov 07 2018 Trends

Multi-space is becoming the dominant office form The special report concerning the study "Effective office and work worlds" of the Fraunhofer Institute for Industrial Engineering (IAO) was presented In the context of ORGATEC, the leading international trade fair for modern work worlds. learn more

Sustainable design: renewable material cork

Oct 29 2018 Trends

Sustainable design: renewable material cork Cork is a natural material with a broad spectrum of advantageous characteristics: fully recyclable, heat and sound insulating, water repellent, flame resistant, lightweight, flexible, and suitable for asthmatics and allergy sufferers. Widely used in pinboards and bottle corks, the flexible material... learn more

Young and flexible – furniture for start-ups

Oct 26 2018 Trends

Young and flexible – furniture for start-ups The sustained boom in the start-up scene offers various possibilities for manufacturers and traders who orient themselves to the needs of start-ups. When furnishing young offices, interior decorators, designers and planners rely on mobile and flexible furniture. In addition to the fun factor, ergono... learn more

Insights into the link between health and furnishings

Oct 22 2018 Trends

Insights into the link between health and furnishings Products intended to promote health are among the top sellers in the furniture industry. Having started in bathrooms, the wellness trend is now also relevant to the interior design of living rooms, offices and kitchens. This is a development from which retailers can profit, as can manufacturers, des... learn more

The bathroom industry is booming

Oct 10 2018 Trends

The bathroom industry is booming Many consumers today are paying particular attention to the bathroom and investing in furnishings and equipment. The focus is on bathroom design trends based on comfort, accessibility, wellness and smart home functions. This gives manufacturers, suppliers and retailers as well as designers and inter... learn more

Buying furniture – online or in-store?

Oct 10 2018 Trends

Buying furniture – online or in-store? Younger consumers prefer to buy their furniture on the Internet, which is why stationary retailers feel increasingly under pressure. But what is the actual numerical ratio? A representative survey commissioned by the Association of the German Furniture Industry is devoted to this question. learn more

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