DOMOTEX 2026 is building strong momentum with six months remaining before the event, as numerous leading companies from the international flooring and interior finishing industries confirm their participation. The expanded trade fair positions itself as a comprehensive platform for holistic interior design, covering everything from flooring to wall and ceiling systems, acoustic solutions, paints, wallpapers, tiles, and sun-shading systems.
The enhanced concept reflects growing industry demand for integrated interior solutions, moving beyond traditional flooring focus to encompass complete space transformation. This strategic expansion creates valuable synergies between different product categories while addressing evolving market needs for comprehensive interior finishing solutions.
Strong Exhibitor Commitment Across Product Segments
In the flooring segment, global players such as Egger, ter Hürne, Swiss Krono, Amorim, Flo.it, Kronospan, Li & Co., Baltic Wood, Forestry Timber, FN Neuhofer, Unilin, Küberit, Välinge, Selit, Classen, Weitzer Parkett, HMTX, Lamett, Project Floors, Gerflor, Barth & Co., Das Teppichwerk and Republic Floor have already secured their spots. Building chemicals and adhesives will be represented by industry leaders such as Bostik, Saint-Gobain and Lanxess.
New segments including paints, coatings, wallpapers, and indoor sun-shading solutions are generating considerable interest. Key players including Keimfarben, Erfurt & Sohn, Meffert Farbwerke, PPG Coatings, Jonas Farben, LECO Werke, Gardinia and Peter Hüssen are already confirmed participants.
Markus Oberbauer, Managing Director of Kronoflooring GmbH (Kronospan), explains: “We’re excited to once again be part of DOMOTEX in Hannover in 2026. As a manufacturer of laminate and design flooring, Kronospan stands for quality, innovation, and sustainable solutions. DOMOTEX is a key platform for presenting our products internationally and engaging with decision-makers from retail, craft, and architecture. The new focus on Interior Finishing creates valuable synergies and makes the event even more relevant for us.”
Céline Quervel, Managing Director of the CLASSEN Group, adds: “We are excited about participating in DOMOTEX 2026 and will use this opportunity to inspire our international customers with our latest innovations and product highlights.”
Architects Space Targets Design Professionals
The new Architects Space represents a strategic initiative targeting architects and planners, featuring the trend topic of acoustics. In collaboration with Heinze, this curated space provides a 600 square meter hub specifically designed for design professionals. The program includes three daily Architects Runs — guided tours showcasing the most relevant exhibitors for architecture and design.
B2B Speed-Datings offer exhibitors direct contact with highly qualified planners and decision-makers, while students from Hannover University of Applied Sciences and Arts will present acoustic prototypes, providing fresh perspectives on functional interior architecture. The Architects Space serves as a premium stage for presenting materials and solutions that create holistic, immersive spaces.
Acoustic Design Emerges as Key Trend
Acoustic design will represent a major focus of the Architects Space, addressing rising demands for energy efficiency and multipurpose spaces that make acoustic performance increasingly important in interior environments. The trade fair addresses this trend by showcasing systems that seamlessly combine form and function, reflecting evolving industry priorities.
DOMOTEX 2026 will take place from January 19 to 22, 2026 at the exhibition grounds in Hannover, positioning itself as a comprehensive international industry event for all stakeholders involved in interior design and finishing.
