‘Beyond the Furniture, Towards the Future’- interzum forum 2026 theme revealed

interzum forum Italy, basking on the success of the first edition the forum announced the theme ‘Beyond the Furniture, Towards the Future’ to be held on June 4 and 5, 2026 at the Bergamo Exhibition Centre. The event is expected to emerge as a key platform for networking and knowledge share. The show will highlight the latest trends as well as impressive innovations along the supply chain in the key segments such as Function & Components, Materials & Nature, and Textiles & Machinery.

Event highlights:

The event will offer in-depth explorations of key issues in contemporary living, adopting a cross-sectional approach that also extends to related sectors increasingly connected to interior design.

Surfaces remain in the spotlight, undergoing a profound transformation in both design and production, driven by emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and digital printing. While the virtual dimension is becoming increasingly central, the sensory and textural aspects of materials remain essential. It is precisely at the intersection of the physical and digital that new pathways are emerging in interior design and manufacturing, opening up unprecedented opportunities for applied innovation.

These themes and many others will be explored and debated over the two-day trade fair through a rich program of events, including short talks led by renowned national and international speakers.

• Partnership with Architects’ Associations

The presence of qualified architects and designers, ensured through partnerships with the Professional Architects’ Associations of Milan and Bergamo, represents a strategic asset for both exhibiting companies and the sector.

• Schedule of conferences

Industry experts will present new requirements, innovative applications, and yet unexplored market opportunities through a rich program of conferences, talks, and discussions. The spotlight will once again be on sustainability across the entire production chain, as well as on digitalisation, which is an essential driver for both design and manufacturing processes.

• Overview of the topics covered by the talks:

• The outlook of the national market and the dynamics of international markets one year on from the introduction of new trade tariffs;

• Interior design trends: the evolution of lifestyles in residential spaces, boats and yachts, planes, trains and RVs;

• Surface textures, colors, and components: a long-term view of megatrends and the strategic initiatives of global companies

• The low-impact design supply chain: from the Ecodesign Directive to sustainability reporting

• Innovation in materials and production processes;

• AI and digitalization as enablers of design and production

Source: interzum