Top 10 Interior Design Trade Shows for 2024/5

Keeping up-to-date with the latest interior design trends for 2024/5 and beyond, can help you transform a space to create a fresh and aesthetically pleasing look - whether that be within a hotel, office environment, restaurant, or any other commercial interiors. When it comes to designing a new visual concept for your premises, it is important to understand exactly what you are trying to achieve and what you want your visitors will feel when they enter. Do you want your space to feel welcoming? Professional? Friendly? Funky? Retro?

In addition, are you missing opportunities to improve the user experience or drive new sales? Interior design trade shows are an excellent way to gain inspiration.

From showcasing cutting-edge trends and sustainable materials to visionary design concepts and expert advice, interior design trade shows provide a plethora of benefits to elevate residential, industrial or commercial spaces. And so with that in mind, we have rounded up the top UK interior design trade shows for 2024/5 to help you get your creative juices flowing.

Grand Designs Live

When and Where: 

• 4th - 12th May 2024* at Excel, London 
• 2nd - 6th October 2024 at NEC, Birmingham

* As of 8th Aug 2024 no 2025 dates have been announced  for the London event yet. We will update this information once it's available. In the meantime, we have retained the 2024 dates as a guide, as exhibitions and trade shows often stick closely to similar dates year-on-year.

Time: 10:00 - 17:00

Website: www.granddesignslive.com

Based on the television series, Grand Designs Live is one of the most well-known live interior design trade shows. It features the latest exhibitions of ideas, innovations and home-based projects for all visitors. Taking place biannually, in Spring at London’s Excel, and at Birmingham NEC in the Autumn, it is for both designers and members of the public to attend to gain inspiration and expert advice on their homes. 

The show covers all aspects of interior design trends, expertise, and sustainability, including:

• Exhibitors
• Live talks
• Green living 
• Free expert advice
• The House of Grand Ideas
• Kevin Mccloud’s Green heroes
• Mini grand designers
• Champagne bar
• Ufurnish.com Interiors village
• Outdoor living 
• Green Grads - demonstrating the latest environmental issues and solutions for a better future

Decorex

When: 6th - 9th October 2024
Where: Olympia London
Time: 10:00 - 18:00

Website: www.decorex.com

High-end interior design company Decorex holds an annual event that showcases and celebrates designers taking their ideas to the next level. New collections of lighting design, fabric, furniture and contemporary art are unveiled for the benefit of budding interior designers, retailers, architects, property developers and others who work within the industry. 

They provide open conversations with keynote speakers, panel sessions and influential designers to discuss the latest and future forecast trends.

PAD London

When: 8th - 13th October 2024
Where: Berkeley Square, Mayfair District, London. W1J 6EN

Times:

• 8th October (Tuesday): 11:00am to 20:00pm
• 9th October (Wednesday): 11:00am to 20:00pm (Collectors Preview)
• 10th October (Thursday): 11:00am to 20:00pm (VIP Opening)
• 11th October (Friday): 11:00am to 20:00pm (Public Opening)
• 12th October (Saturday): 11:00am to 20:00pm (Public Opening)
• 13th October (Sunday): 11:00am to 18:00pm (Public Opening)

• One Day Tickets: Collectors Preview: around £150.00
• One Day Tickets: VIP Opening: around £75.00
• One Day Tickets: General public admission: around £25.00
• One Day Tickets: Student: around £15.00
• One Day Tickets: Under 15: Free

Website: www.padesignart.com

PAD London is the only fair in the UK exclusively dedicated to 20th-century and contemporary Design. The week-long event takes place every October on Berkeley Square, in the heart of London’s affluent Mayfair district. PAD London is the sister fair to PAD Paris which was launched in 1998 and takes place every April in the Jardin des Tuileries.

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Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo

When: 15th - 16th October 2024
Where: Excel London
Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Website: www.hotelinnovationexpo.co.uk

With the drive to create the most innovative and creative designs for hotels and resorts, the Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo hosts a two-day event that showcases the latest products and technologies, trends and sustainability advancements that are up and coming within the industry. You have the chance to be involved in over 150 expert-led seminars that look at how to revamp your hotel’s interior and future trends to create the best experience for the customer. You will also be amongst others in a networking environment, giving you the opportunity to make new connections and increase your brand’s recognition. 

This event is better suited for professionals looking to collaborate within the hotel, resort and hospitality industry.

Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe

When: 4th - 5th December 2024
Where: ExCel London
Times:

• 10:00 to 17:00 (Wednesday 4th December 2024)
• 10:30 to 17:00 (Thursday 5th December 2024)

Website: https://cruiseshipinteriors-europe.com/

Cruise Ship Interiors Design Expo Europe caters exclusively to the European cruise interior design industry and connects interior suppliers with Europe’s most esteemed cruise lines, designers, and shipyards working on major refurbishment and newbuild projects. Discover over 200 design stuios, outfitters and interior suppliers, enjoy networking events, or enter the CSI Awards as an opportunity to connect with decision makers within the cruise line industry.

The Surface Design Show

When: 4th - 6th February 2025
Where: Business Design Centre, 52 Upper Street, Islington, London N1 0QH
Time: 

• 17:00 - 21:00 on Tuesday 4th February 2025 
• 10:00 - 20:00 on Wednesday 5th February 2025 
• 10:00 - 17:00 on Thursday 6th February 2025

Website: www.surfacedesignshow.com
Event Hashtag: #SDS25

The Surface Design Show is a trade show that celebrates material innovation and is a place for designers, suppliers and industry experts to connect under one roof. In 2025, the show is expecting over 6,000+ architects, designers and specifiers, plus over 180 exhibitors will showcase their products at the Business Design Centre in Islington. The event will also house the Surface Design Awards and a packed main stage programme, boasting 40 speakers across the three days discussing surface design trends.

Scottish Interiors Showcase

When: 25th - 26th February 2025
Where: Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa, Grange Road, Polmont. Scotland. FK2 0YB
Time:

• 9:00 - 17:00 on Tuesday 20th February 2025
• 9:00 - 17:00 on Wednesday 21st February 2025

Website: www.scottishinteriorsshowcase.co.uk

The Scottish Interiors Showcase is a design trade show that champions collections of fabrics, lighting, furniture and other design accessories. The event sees over 70 exhibitors showcasing over 140 of the finest brands to the interior design, hotel and retail sectors. It is a trade-only show that suits visitors from the interior design, contract specification and retail market industry.

Workspace Design Show

When: 26th - 27th February 2025
Where: Business Design Centre, London
Time: 10:00 - 18:00

Website: workspaceshow.co.uk
Hashtag: #WorkspaceDesignShowLondon

With over 4,500 attendees, 500+ products, 10+ sessions and 135 speakers from over 40+ countries, the Workspace Design Show explores the design and innovation of workspace environments, focusing on demonstrating good quality interior design.

The two-day event features:

• Insights from inspirational speakers
• Experience discussions about sustainable design
• Discover the latest design innovations
• Get an understanding of the future of workspace interior design

In addition to attending the exhibition, you are able to meet and network with fellow architects, designers, developers, consultants, fit-out companies, co-working companies, contractors and occupiers.

Architect@Work

When: 19th - 20th March 2025
Where: The Truman Brewery, levels G1 & T1, Brick Lane. London. E1 6QL
Time: 13:00 - 20:00

Website: www.architect-at-work.co.uk

Architect@Work is a free, but invitation only event intended for architects, interior designers, shopfitters, engineers, urban planners, government agencies, property developers and final year architecture and design students, and provides the opportunity to learn about modern topics and themes of the interior design industry.  As the event is SBID accredited, attendance provides the opportunity to add 2 CPD particitation points to your record.

Their 2023 exhibition saw 200 product innovations on display, alongside the discussion of energy and ecosystems. The agenda for 2025 focuses on "People + Planet: designing from the ground up." Industry-leading talks will examine the impact architecture and interior design can have in relation to this years topic. There is also an opportunity to explore innovation design, network with other like-minded professionals, and learn more about the future of interior design. At the time of writing, submissions are welcomed for exhibitors which has been restricted to manufacturers, importers or national distributors of:

• Carcass/building envelope building systems
• Interior finishing services
• ICT & media organisations and trade associations

Clerkenwell Design Week

When: 20th - 22nd May 2025
Where: Various venues around Clerkenwell, London. See their online festival map for locations and more information
Time: Showroom opening hours vary. Exhibition venues are open: 

• 10:00 - 18:00 on Tuesday 20th May 2025
• 10:00 - 21:00 on Wednesday 21st May 2025
• 10:00 - 17:00 on Thursday 22nd May 2025

Website: www.clerkenwelldesignweek.com

Clerkenwell Design Week markets itself as "The UK's leading design festival";  a hub of eccentric exhibitions for businesses and architects. The design festival sees over 600 showroom events, with over 11 carefully selected exhibitions, enticing installations to marvel at, and industry talks specialising in the exciting world of interior design. 

The forward-thinking design week demonstrates street spectacles around the location of EC1 in London, challenging the spectator’s view of new installations for educational and entertaining purposes. 

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