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It’s that time of year again, friends – one of the highlights of my winter in the world of interiors: my annual trip to Formland a truly inspiring interior, lifestyle, and design trade show in the Nordics. Located in Herning, Denmark, this Danish trade show is my go-to destination for discovering the latest trends and developments in the industry. It’s where I get an exclusive sneak preview of upcoming collections, catch up with old friends and make new connections in the Scandinavian design scene, and attend some very exciting events, including talks by leading experts.
I also love taking in all the colours, patterns, and even the outfits worn by the Danes – our stylish neighbours certainly know a thing or two about fashion!
Are you part of the interiors world? If so, Formland is taking place from 2–4 February, and tickets are free for international visitors (just saying!). Here’s a glimpse of the highlights awaiting you:
The Exhibitors
From New Nordic design brands to small independent ceramic studios and children's toys, there's something fascinating and new around every corner - part of the reason I am excited to walk around the halls and visit the 262 plus exhibitors lined up for this year's show.
Maileg - D3008
Greenhouse Installations
Since this show focuses on spring and summer, it would be remiss not to highlight the rising star of the garden – the greenhouse! This year, there will be not one but three stunning greenhouse installations to explore (located in halls J2, J3, and K). Designed by the GASA Group, each installation will showcase a unique theme, including green rebuilding, air-purifying plants, and creating your own private paradise. I can’t wait to see them all – especially if that adorable pooch makes an appearance too!
Trend Zone
Always a highlight, this year's Trend Zone (Hall D) is centred around the concept 'Living Collage' curated by Studie Flyhelsted. The trend installation celebrate creativity and vibrancy and invites us into a world where the home becomes a creative canvas and every object tells a unique story.
Trend talks
Copenhagen based interior and food stylist and trend specialist Annette Eckmann, founder of Eckmann Studio will be holding daily trend talks (Hall E). I am already a big fan of Annette's instagram feed where she shares her little black book of the hottest, and often little known places to eat, drink and visit in Copenhagen - often starting her captions with 'I'm a lucky potato, this week I got to visit....' She's fab, so I'm looking forward to hearing what the trend hunter has to say about this season's trends.
Other highlights include the Circular Concept Area with the theme 'Take-make-waste' which is about the transition into a circular economy, the Creators community and lots of small fun maker events, where you get to try your hand at something crafty to take home with you. Exciting!
A little reminder that all tickets for international visitors are free - yay! If you're unable to make it and would love to see what's happening at the fair, I'll be visiting on February 2nd and will share my experience and everything I discover in my instagram stories. I hope you'd like to follow along!
Back tomorrow with my usual home tours, see you then!
Happy Tuesday friends,
Niki