If there is a fair where original gifts enjoy special prominence, that is Maison & Objet. Specialists in this type of articles and trend hunters have an appointment every six months in Paris. September is already marked in red on your agenda to learn about the innovations that promise to delight the public. A visit to their stands will allow you to discover the latest in the world of design.
Original Gift Fair: Maison & Objet
The new edition of Maison & Objet will be held from September 7 to 11. The event is held at the Paris Nord – Villepinte exhibition center, located in the northwest of the French capital. A universe of creations for the home and decorative objects are the focus of this meeting.
Its organizers hope to repeat the success of the previous event, held in January of this year. On that occasion, nearly70,000 visitors were attracted by the 2,337 exhibitors. Half of them were French. The rest were from countries as diverse as Spain, the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Belgium, the Netherlands and Italy.
Featured exhibitors
The number of exhibitors at this year’s Maison & Objet will total 2,424. When you visit them, you will find proposals that are as original as they are attractive:
- XyleiaNatural Interiors. This Dutch firm claims to create art from nature. He designs exclusive pieces of furniture, such as tables made from a single tree trunk or petrified wood.
- An Atoll. Specializing in gifts and decorative objects, the Gallic company offers you unique pieces. This is the case of those that include stuffed sharks and starfish. Murals and sculptures complete his production.
- Leblon Delienne. This sculpture workshop conceives each item as if it were a work of art. Its production, which is characterized by a high quality finish, is limited.
- Gorbon Ceramics. Customized ceramic tiles are the focus of this Turkish company’s work. Its craftsmen have been successfully shaping their customers’ projects for 64 years.
- Sonite Innovative Surfaces. Born in Thailand, this home décor brand presents sustainable coatings. To do so, it uses recycled materials to give them a new life, while reducing waste.
Latest trends in the world of design and gadgets
A visit to this fair, which brings together nearly 2,000 brands, offers the opportunity to learn about the latest trends in the world of design. For this reason, it is considered an international benchmark. It is also an exceptional showcase to attend the launching of various items, among which gadgets stand out.
Therefore, if you have a preference for smart and creative gifts, you should not miss the seven pavilions it occupies. All of them have a total of 14 exhibition areas, including the so-called Smart Gift. They are a prime showcase for the most important talents from different countries. It brings together both emerging and those who already have a consolidated trajectory.
Why attend this fair?
There are many reasons why you should travel to Paris next September to attend this fair:
- You will discover a large number of firms in a single visit.
- You will be up to date with the latest trends in the world of decoration and original gifts for men and women.
- You will admire the works of prestigious designers, such as Philippe Starck, and those of new talents.
- You will be fascinated by the universe that inspires each object and the scenery that surrounds it.
What can we expect from this fair?
You will find a space where professionals, to whom this initiative is reserved, have access to news related to different fields, such as, for example:
- Fashion accessories.
- Kitchen utensils.
- Artisans who create unique pieces.
- Furniture.
- Lighting.
- General home decoration.
- Educational toys.
- Eclectic objects from exotic countries.
A world reference
With more than 25 years of experience, Maison & Objet has become one of the main events for professionals in the world of design. It is not surprising that experts of the most diverse nationalities attend the fair in each of its two annual events. Some do it to showcase their production. Others, on the other hand, attend as visitors in order to witness the latest launches.
Its fame transcends borders when it comes to keeping up to date with new products that choose this stage for their presentation. In this sense, its offer is comprehensive and covers the most varied styles.
Knowledge sharing
Those who take part in one way or another in this international fair coincide in highlighting the opportunity to exchange knowledge. Sharing knowledge is a reality. You only have to walk around the stands or attend the scheduled conferences to see for yourself.
In addition, this confluence of firms and professionals gives rise to business opportunities and the most diverse synergies. It is the ideal place to establish business alliances .
As a result, this event, which is far removed from those of a commercial nature, fosters a climate of cooperation that can be particularly fruitful.
Innovation and creativity to generate impact
Innovation and creativity are two of the keys that differentiate the items exhibited, edition after edition, at Maison & Objet. Both combine perfectly to create the right scenography in each case. This combination aims to generate an impact on visitors by recreating another atmosphere that will not go unnoticed.
In this way, its managers ensure their objective: to capture the public’s attention. This will be helped by the novelties that have already been announced in the run-up to the event. Among them, the premiere of the space dedicated to architectural solutions.
Take note of the date on which this new edition of the fair of original gifts that will dazzle you will be held. If you have the opportunity to visit it, you will be able to get to know the universe of l’art de vivre or, in other words, the art of living that we are committed to at Catwalk. You will be surprised!
