6 Autumn Exhibitions in 2017 That Designers Should Know About

Maison & Objet, Dutch Design Week, 100% Design in London, High Point market in North Carolina, International Design Week in Guangzhou and furniture fair in Shanghai – it would be great to visit all of them, but one has to make a choice.

1. Maison & Objet

An international salon of interior design, decorative objects and gifts. It is believed that it sets trends for the next few years. At the same time, Paris Design Week takes place – presentations, festivals, shows that provide inspiration and energy needed for creativity. Besides, here you can meet all the right people.

When: from September 8 to 12

Who is it for: well, basically everyone

2. China International Furniture Fair

Not every bird flies to Shanghai, but if it does, it won't regret it. There are reasons to believe that the future lies here, in Asia, and some of what we all will see in the future can be seen at the International Furniture Fair (CIFF). The city is also great, especially its old part.

When: from September 12 to 15

Who is it for: those who are looking for new paths

3. 100% Design London

The name speaks for itself: in London during these four days you can see everything fashionable, cutting-edge and conceptual. Exhibitors include graduates from British design schools, but it's not only the British. At the same time, the London Design Festival takes place, where Design Awards in various categories are presented.

When: from September 20 to 23

Who is it for: those who are interested in product design

4. iSaloni WorldWide Moscow

Built on the model of Milan's furniture salon, the Moscow exhibition has long become an event that people working in the industry like to attend. One of the most interesting events is the competition for young designers SaloneSatellite. The winner gets a trip to Milan and a chance to step onto the international level.

When: from October 11 to 14

Who is it for: everyone who wants to update their home decor

5. High Point market

Twice a year, the North Carolina exhibition brings together all professionals in the interior design industry. During 4 days you can get to know the American market, see new collections from Hella Hippchen and Barbara Barry, admire experiments by American furniture companies that attract not only architects but also leading TV show hosts and other media figures.

When: from October 14 to 18

Who is it for: designers and decorators

6. Dutch Design Week

Holland’s Eindhoven, once an industrial center that went into decline in the 90s, was reborn like a phoenix and quickly became the world capital of the most rebellious design. The Dutch Design Week gathers crowds of professionals and people who simply believe that design is fun.

When: from October 21 to 29

Who is it for: those passionate about design and contemporary art

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