Ranging from forums and seminars to panel discussions and product launches, the focus will centre on four key themes: NextGen, Palette, Connector, and Go-Green. From 20 – 22 August 2025 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre in Shanghai, the fair is set to promote collaboration and innovation among diverse industry experts, drive sustainable development, and engage attendees through interactive sessions for practical application. The refreshed fringe programme’s four focal themes will explore various aspects of the industry, highlighting new perspectives and insights that will shape the future of home textiles.

NextGen: the future of interior textiles

Circular textile advocate Ms Anja Bisgaard Gaede will lead discussions in the Future & Textile Zone, where participants can discover future-focused materials, AI-powered design tools, and engaging interactions. Four attractions within this zone include:

• Future of Textiles: curated selection of 20+ sustainable, regenerative, circular, or bio-based textiles – spanning from bioengineering to waste-derived materials for interiors.

• Try It Yourself: attendees can enjoy hands-on previews of home textile products brought by Ms Anja Bisgaard Gaede.

• AI Demos: AI innovators will share how to boost efficiency by auto-generating patterns, optimising fabric production, and cutting time and costs.

• Textile Hunt: participants can join the Textile Hunt game to uncover the future of textiles in the zone and win prizes.

Palette: emphasising creativity and trendsetting in home textiles

Attendees can engage closely with international design masters, gaining insights into textile applications and effective selection of home textile products. Notable professionals include Ms Camilla Rudnicki, a renowned Danish interior designer focused on creating joy and warmth in homes through unique interior solutions, and Mr Akiyuki Sasaki, a Japanese designer known for simple yet meaningful designs that enhance daily life, incorporating cultural elements from Japan and beyond.

Connector: fostering business growth and closer cooperation across the industry

This theme aims to strengthen global partnerships through strategic insights from industry leaders in Colombia, Uzbekistan, and Vietnam. Key speakers include Mr Juan Fernando Loaiza (Economic & Business Model Researcher in Fashion of Inexmoda, Colombia), Mr Shokhrukh Kayumov (Founder & CEO of TextileFinds.com, Uzbekistan) and Ms Vivie Wei (Country Director of Dezan Shira & Associates, Vietnam) respectively, who will equip investors, manufacturers and business partners with critical market knowledge and practical guidance for successfully engaging with the home textiles sector.

Go-Green: the sector’s latest sustainability trends

A panel discussion featuring sustainability experts will explore diverse aspects of sustainability in home textiles. Professor Yuen from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University will lead the discussion on business models, industry trends and branding. Forums will also be held to provide in-depth presentations by key exhibitors, including Patternsfrom Agency (Finland), who will present Greening the Home Textile Industry: Drivers and Manufacturer Strategies, and Fu-tex (Hong Kong) Co Limited will discuss Physical Weaving: Leading the Total Blackout Innovation.

To find out more, please visit: www.intertextilehome.com.