Guide: 9 Main Spring Interior Exhibitions

Spring is exhibition season. Our guide will help you navigate them and find interesting events — not only in Russia, but all over the world.

Ecobuild 2018

When: March 6–8.

Where: ExCeL, London, United Kingdom.

Why attend: to immerse yourself in the world of construction and design, where environmental care is also a priority.

What to expect: the Futurebuild districts ("Future Districts") forum on ecology and the planet's future.

Participation conditions: free admission to the exhibition, registration required on the website.

Light + building 2018

When: March 18–23.

Where: Fairgrounds in Frankfurt, Frankfurt, Germany.

Why attend: to finally learn what smart meters and smart grids mean.

What to expect: the latest trends in lighting technology.

Participation conditions: tickets for one day or the entire event can be purchased on the exhibition website.

Batimat 2018

When: March 28–31.

Where: MVЦ "Krokus Expo", Moscow, Russia.

Why attend: to see all the latest innovations and premiere collections of the new season together with top designers and architects. Also participate in masterclasses and thematic seminars.

What to expect: valuable prizes within the 5th All-Russian Open Competition with participation in BATIMAT INSIDE 2018. The prize fund includes a trip to the USA, a scholarship for study in Italy, professional software, and luxurious printed publications.

Participation conditions: to get a free badge, fill out an application and print the electronic ticket.

Mosbuild 2018 (24th International Exhibition of Building and Finishing Materials)

When: April 3–6.

Where: Central Exhibition Center (Экспоцентр), Moscow, Russia.

Why attend: to be amazed by construction innovations. By the way, there will be plenty of them — suppliers from 40 countries around the world will attend. All the most prestigious brands — from plumbing to kitchen furniture.

What to expect: for the first time in the context of this exhibition, a unique business program will take place — a platform for communication among all participants and an opportunity to make useful contacts.

Participation conditions: visitors can buy an electronic ticket on the website or at the cash register on the exhibition complex premises.

High Point Market

When: April 14–18.

Where: High Point, USA (exact address on the website).

Why attend: to find and bring back the most comfortable sofa in all of America, or maybe even in the world.

What to expect: timeless and trend-free design, an abundance of natural materials. An original chair that is uncomfortable to sit on — not what High Point is about.

Participation conditions: registration for the event can be done on the website.

Design&Decor St. Petersburg

When: April 17–19.

Where: ExpoForum, St. Petersburg, Russia.

Why attend: to make contacts in the design community and explore current collections of items and materials for interior decoration.

What to expect: a strong business program that provides up-to-date information from professionals.

Participation conditions: those wishing to attend the exhibition must register on the website and print a personalized electronic ticket.

International Furniture Salon iSaloni 2018

When: April 17–22.

Where: Federlegno Arredo, Milan, Italy.

Why attend: to see the best furniture in the world. Also, to witness one of the most important events for European designers and manufacturers, which has been held annually since 1961.

What to expect: an enormous number of premieres — original innovations, prototypes, remakes, and anniversary editions.

Participation conditions: you can learn all about participation on the website. Ticket prices vary depending on which category of visitor you belong to.

Arch Moscow next 2018 (23rd International Architecture and Design Exhibition "Arkh Moscow")

When: May 16–20.

Where: the Central House of Artists (ЦДХ), Moscow, Russia.

Why attend: to visit the most urban architectural sites in Moscow and engage in professional communication between architects and designers.

What to expect: trendy urban development projects, minimalist residential and public buildings, restoration and renovation projects, interiors, and urban design.

Participation conditions: free admission to the exhibition. Working hours can be found on the website.

St. Petersburg Design Week 2018

When: May 31–June 7.

Where: The exhibition takes place across four locations. Addresses can be found on the website.

Why attend: to experience a week of fashion in the world of design. It takes place at the best locations in St. Petersburg — museums, galleries, interior and architectural salons, hotels and lofts, open architectural spaces.

What to expect: Last year’s organizers focused on "smart solutions" for homes, offices, and urban environments. What the key theme will be this year remains a secret.

Participation conditions: you can submit an application for the event on the website.

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