The world’s leading trade fair for flooring and interior finishing returns to Hannover from 19–22 January 2026, bringing together innovation, sustainability, and design excellence under one roof.
Dubai, 14 November 2025 – DOMOTEX 2026, the global hub for flooring and interior finishing, is gearing up to welcome architects, interior designers, distributors, and traders from across the world, including the Middle East, to experience the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of interior spaces.
Held under the theme “Creating Rooms. Transforming Spaces.”, the fair runs from 19 to 22 January 2026 at the Hannover Exhibition Grounds.
With an expanded concept that now includes flooring, wall and ceiling systems, acoustic solutions, paints, wallpapers, and sun-shading systems, DOMOTEX 2026 offers a holistic view of interior design and construction solutions.
For GCC professionals, the show serves as an unparalleled platform to explore sustainable materials, connect with global manufacturers, and discover technologies driving future-ready developments across hospitality, retail, real estate, and public infrastructure projects.
Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director of DOMOTEX, said: “DOMOTEX 2026 is where the global flooring and interior finishing community comes together to set trends, exchange ideas, and explore innovations that redefine spaces,” She continued: “We look forward to welcoming professionals from the Gulf region, where creativity and development are accelerating at an incredible pace. DOMOTEX provides a world-class platform to inspire and enable their next wave of projects.”
Global Brands, New Segments, and Design Inspiration
This year’s edition is already seeing robust participation from leading international brands such as Kronospan, Egger, Lanxess, Unilin, Classen, Gerflor, ter Hürne, Swiss Krono, Project Floors, Bostik, and Saint-Gobain, among others. New exhibitors in wall décor, coatings, and acoustic solutions underscore the show’s evolution into a full-spectrum interior design platform.
The Architects Space will be a key attraction, offering a curated experience for design professionals with guided Architects Runs, interactive workshops, and networking sessions. Visitors will also find immersive experiences at the Innovation Area, where digital tools and materials science come together to demonstrate the future of craftsmanship.
A Gateway to Innovation and Partnerships
For visitors from the GCC, DOMOTEX 2026 is not just a trade fair; it serves as a gateway to partnerships, sourcing opportunities, and insights from the world’s most advanced markets in flooring and interior technologies. The show’s digital innovations and sustainability showcases align closely with the region’s ongoing drive toward smart, green building solutions.
From large developers and distributors to boutique design studios, GCC participants can leverage DOMOTEX to identify partners, explore supply chain opportunities, and integrate global best practices into regional projects.
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About DOMOTEX worldwide
As the Home of Flooring & Interior Finishing, DOMOTEX (19–22 January 2026) in Hannover presents international trends and products for interior finishing on a biennial basis. The organizer is Deutsche Messe AG, Hannover.
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR (27–29 May 2026 in Shanghai) is the largest international trade fair for flooring in the Asia-Pacific region. Globus Events, Build Your Dream, and Hannover Milano Fairs Shanghai, a subsidiary of Deutsche Messe, jointly organize the fair.
Further information and current updates can be found at: www.domotex.de
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