Heimtextil to talk about latest in textile furnishings

24 Nov '12

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During the afternoon, world-renowned architects and designers will be focusing on sustainability in the hotel business. Things will kick off with a discussion group comprised of speakers and participants from the “International Hotel Application Awards 2012” at 12:45 p.m., followed at 2:30 p.m. by an exploration of the balance between ecology and economy in the hospitality trade, including a presentation of hotel concepts for the future.

Speakers will include experts from Pia Maria Schmid Architektur- und Designbüro (Zürich), Ron Arad Architects (London) and Devanthéry & Lamunière designlab-architecture (Geneva).

Awards ceremonies will commence at 5:00 p.m. as part of “Let’s talk about…”, honouring the winners of the tenth “Architectural Innovation Award for Contract Textiles”, the “International Hotel Application Awards” and “AIT Trend Scouting Awards”.

Luxury in architecture and interior design

On Friday, the trade fair programme will be focusing on “Luxury and Urban Living”. Starting at 1:00 p.m., the topic of luxury will be explored from an architectural perspective, including a look at home living concepts for the future. The day will be concluded by a discussion round featuring a high-calibre panel of architects and participants in the “International Luxury Living Application Awards 2012”. The award winners will also be honoured.

Messe Frankfurt is Germany’s leading trade fair organiser, with 467.5 million euros in sales and 1,725 employees worldwide. The Messe Frankfurt Group has a global network of 28 subsidiaries and approx.

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