Category Archives: Exhibition

Look back of Maison & Objet September 2022, Paris Design Week, France

The Maison & Objet 2022 took place from 8 to 12 September at Paris-Nord Villepinte Parc des Expositions, Allée des Érables, Paris, France. For the September 2022 edition, following two years surrounded by our own four walls, Maison&Objet Paris is inviting visitors to step inside the new kind of world we’ve all been dreaming of, echoing a deep-rooted need for meaning and emotion. Maison&Objet Paris illustrates this social undercurrent with its “META SENSIBLE” mantra, which paints a picture of a physical world that is no longer in opposition with its digital counterpart. Better still, the two worlds are mutually influential, cross-fertilising and even merging to become a brandnew media for creation, communication and distribution. It is a concept that was forged by the NellyRodi agency, and was rolled out through a range of different activities come September. Industry professionals from the home decor, design, crafts and lifestyle sectors were finally…

Look back of Maison & Objet in January 2023, Paris, France

The Maison & Objet 2023 took place from 19 to 23 January at Paris-Nord Villepinte Parc des Expositions, Allée des Érables, Paris, France. On a “quest of pleasures”, is a fair for household goods and decorations. Maison&Objet in January 2023 was proudly displaying colours, extravagance, audacity and humour as many added values of this new edition. The spring edition marked by dynamic international business, confirming the attractiveness of inspiring events. The inspiration theme was invite us to a rediscovered exaltation, to the re-enchantment of our lives, free from the austerity to which society and brands have bowed in response to a world in crisis. It was in a positive business climate once again that the doors of the decor, design and lifestyle fair, located at the Paris Nord Villepinte Exhibition Centre. The trade show many exhibitors a wide range of products for the housewares and decorative items. Industry professionals from…

Review of Ambiente 2023, Messe Frankfurt, Germany

Ambiente is the place-to-be of the international design world, as the world’s leading trade fair, it provides innovative concept ideas for the decoration of large and outdoor areas for wholesalers and retailers, shopping centres and city centres. Renowned designers and TV stars, top speakers and entrepreneurs, artisans, visionaries and young design talents as well as trade visitors meet here to exchange ideas about the latest trends and market developments. New perspectives open up unexpected opportunities, Ambiente, reflects the changes in the market and looks towards the future. Ambiente shows a unique mix of ideas and products – and provides a major platform for global trends. The Ambiente is the meeting place for the global consumer goods industry, a magnet for international trade visitors and a hotspot for renowned designers. Out-of-the-ordinary concepts offer inspiration for successful business. In special presentations, guided tours, workshops, exciting lectures and discussions, visitors have the chance…

Review of Christmasworld 2023, Messe Frankfurt, Germany

Discover the most important facts and figures about Christmasworld here. Christmasworld will offer the international consumer goods sector the long-awaited physical live trade-fair experience that strengthens business relationships in the long term. Christmasworld focuses on the strongest-selling and most emotional time of the year and exploits the success factor of experience at the point of sale like no other consumer-goods trade fair. This makes it the world’s most important ordering event for the international decorations and festive decorations sector. Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld was held simultaneously for the first time at one of the world’s most modern trade fair centers from February 3-4 to 7, 2023. The newly created combination of three successful leading trade fairs at one location at one time thus combines their strengths and thus offers an unprecedented, simultaneously available, future-oriented product range in quality and quantity. Global business with large volumes is intensified. The Christmasworld Frankfurt…

Review of Creativeworld 2023, Messe Frankfurt, Germany

Creativeworld is the world’s biggest and most important trade fair for the DIY sector. Key players and newcomers to the sector will meet in Frankfurt Fair and Exhibition Centre to present their innovations in the fields of hobbies, arts and crafts, graphic artists’ and artists’ requisites, handiwork, textile design and decorative handicrafts. Creativeworld Frankfurt was took place throughout Feb 4-7, 2023, held from in parallel with Christmasworld and Ambiente in Frankfurt am Main, thus creating new synergies. The consumer goods market is moving, the expansion and merging of the Global Sourcing section of the three leading trade fairs into a joint offering. Creativeworld 2023 in Congress Centre Messe Frankfurt is the world’s most important trade fair for the international hobby, craft and artists’ supplies sector and an inspiring treasure chest for the creative community. Every year, the most important manufacturers in the DIY sector come together here to present their…

Review of Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair 2023, Stockholm, Sweden

Scandinavia’s largest design fair, Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair is held in Stockholmsmässan Stockholm on 7 to 11 February 2023 showing the companies news of Sweden and internationals related to sectors Home decoration, Furniture, Lighting. Beyond presenting work from local and international brands, the programme is set to include dedicated exhibitions on Scandinavian design and circularity. Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair has grown into what is generally considered as one of the two top-notch furniture fairs in Europe. As the world’s leading meeting place for Scandinavian design, this year, more than 400 exhibitors from 31 countries take part in the event. This year, the fair attracted 26,500 visitors, of which 525 were accredited media representatives. The industry days attracted 80 percent of the visits in 2020. To open so strongly after a three-year hiatus reflects the strength of the exhibitors and the importance of the platform in attracting visitors to…

Review of Lyon Festival of Lights 2022, France

The Festival of Lights is an unmissable moment to discover Lyon. The traditional Festival of Lights took place in Lyon December 8 to 11. Thirty luminous works are exhibited until Sunday. The party resumes its usual format this year, and some two million visitors were this year in Lyon for the Festival of Lights. From the Parc de la Tête d’Or to the Place Saint-Jean via the Presqu’Ile, the SUBS, the garden of the Institut Lumière, and several other new sites across the city, visitors who were able to dream, laugh, be moved, marvel or reflect with some thirty works, from the most grandiose to the most intimate. The Festival of Lights is part of the DNA of the city, Lyon, a center of light creation, welcomes light designers every year for new installations. From the traditional tea light that every Lyonnais places on their windowsills, to the many visual…

Winter Tourism of Strasbourg, the Capital of Christmas

Strasbourg is a popular tourist destination for its famous and rich Christmas decorations. Every year, Christmas markets delight the hearts of visitors all over the world. Christmas traditions have been rooted in the customs of Alsatians since 16th century. For four centuries now, the emblematic Christmas market has been working its magic in the European Christmas capital. The city was in a fairytale atmosphere with over 300 wooden chalets, spread around different squares, everywhere there are fresh surprises waiting to be discovered. The Christmas market is the oldest in France, and one of the oldest in Europe. Strasbourg is, throughout the month of December, one of the most lights of Europe. A real fairy tale atmosphere, which enchants all visitors. The atmosphere that reigns in the city is unique. The streets are adorned with their most beautiful finery, the windows sparkle, the smells of cinnamon and spices evoke childhood memories,…

In the footsteps of Van Gogh of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France

Vincent Willem van Gogh lived in Arles from 20 February 1888 to 8 May 1889. That is almost 15 months, over 63 weeks, precisely 444 days. During his stay, he produced over 200 paintings, over 100 drawings and watercolours, and wrote some 200 letters. This period in Arles is frequently called the zenith, the climax, the greatest flowering of van Gogh’s decade of artistic activity. The pedestrian circuit “In the footsteps of Van Gogh” is one of the 9 themed walks offered by the Arles Camargue Tourist Office. Vincent van Gogh spent 15 months in Arles between 1888 and 1889. Coming to seek the light of the South, the Dutch painter produced more than 300 drawings and paintings during this Arles period. The places in the city where the artist set up his easel are marked with panels representing his paintings. During his stay in Arles between February 1888 and…

Traditional festivals of Arles, Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur, France

The Rhône, a powerful and majestic river, a link between Northern Europe and the Mediterranean world, will guide us on our journey in this sunny South to discover the small villages and the people who live there. They are all passionate, holders of unique know-how, masters in their field, independent, proud, free and welcoming. The town of Arles is animated by traditional festivals (the election of the Queen of Arles, the Easter fair, the rice fair and all the other bullfighting events, the santon-makers’ fair), photographic encounters and numerous festivals (festival world music festival “Les Suds, à Arles” 156, Actes Sud music festival, Peplum 157 film festival, photo festival, etc.). Discover the history and traditional ways of life still alive in today’s Provence. From the tradition of the félibriges to the election of the Queen of Arles, from the famous Christmas meal to the discovery of Provençal traditions, we will…

Look back of Genoa International Boat Show 2021, Waterfront Marina, Genova, Italy

Salone Nautico Internazionale di Genova 2021, last from September 16 to 21, brings together visitors and exhibitors for an exciting 6-day programme, following the necessary health and safety regulations. The 61st edition of Genoa Boat Show is the first trade show of the industry in Europe, since the 2020 Epidemic Safety Policy. The Boat Show is the indispensable point of reference and the priority strategic tool for the entire nautical sector to be pleasure craft that guarantees the qualified presence of exhibitors and international professionals with a specialized, competent and business-oriented public. The Genoa International Boat Show is one of the world’s premier boat shows, held annually in Genoa. The Genoa International Boat Show is the consolidated reference point for the excellence of the Made in Italy sector, which focuses on the quality and know-how of a flagship sector of the country. The Boat Show is a unique event for…

Review of Euroflora 2022, Parks of Nervi, Genova, Italy

The Euroflora 2022, where elegance meets beauty, the myth goes beyond all imagination to become reality, last from 23 April to 8 May 2022, in the Parks and Museums of Nervi of Genoa. Euroflora is an exhibition of flowers and ornamental plants. It represents one of the main events that take place in the Mediterranean and in the world on research to plant hybridization, cut flowers, potted plants, arboriculture, gardening and landscaping. The most spectacular European flower show returns, in 2022, to the Parchi and Musei di Nervi, in Genoa to give visitors a unique experience. In the marvelous and evocative setting of the Nervi Parks, Euroflora returns to blossom, seduced and amazed by the scents, colors and floral architectures of the twelfth edition of Euroflora. Elegance, prestige, beauty. These are the style notes describing Euroflora for over 50 years. Genova is a city to be lived, full of charm…

The Itinerary of the Medici family and the Florentine Renaissance, Italy

The Medici family is an ancient and powerful Italian noble family of Tuscan origin, which became one of the protagonist dynasties and of central importance in the history of Italy and Europe from the 15th century to the 18th century. The Medici and other families of Italy inspired the Italian Renaissance, left the immense artistic and cultural heritage to the city of Florence. These historical sites that are closely tied to the history of Florence, the Italian Renaissance, and the rise and fall of the Medici family’s own fortunes. Florence was known as the center of the Renaissance, attracting thinkers and artists alike to the city through the reputation of its benevolent rulers, and producing thinkers and artists from schools sponsored by the Medici and others. The city welcomed the ideals and philosophies of distant lands, absorbing them into the writing and art that it produced. The Medici family played…

Guide Tour of Palazzo Vecchio, Florence, Italy

The Palazzo Vecchio is the town hall of Florence, Palazzo Vecchio has been the symbol of the civic power of Florence for over seven centuries. The Palazzo Vecchio overlooks the Piazza della Signoria, which holds a copy of Michelangelo’s David statue, and the gallery of statues in the adjacent Loggia dei Lanzi. It represents the best synthesis of the city’s fourteenth- century civil architecture and is one of the most famous civic buildings in the world. Originally called Palazzo dei Priori, built between the end of the thirteenth century and the beginning of the fourteenth to house the city’s supreme governing body, the Priori delle Arti and the Gonfalonier of Justice. it was later identified in the 15th century as Palazzo della Signoria, from the name of the main body of the Republic of Florence; in 1540 it became the “Palazzo Ducale”, when Duke Cosimo I de ‘Medici made it…

Guide Tour of the route of craftsmanship in Florence, Italy

The discover of craftsmanship in Florence is a very rich experience, which will guide you through the intricate streets of the center to the shops of Oltrarno, to discover historical traditions and now rare crafts. From leather goods to goldsmiths, passing through bookbinders and, of course, gastronomy, craftsmanship in Florence is a true vocation for entire families, who jealously hand down their secrets from generation to generation. The artisan shops in which the ancient Florentine crafts are carried out are so deeply rooted in the territory that they characterize the history and the physiognomy of the city itself. In these shops, crafts that were born in the Renaissance are carried out and artisanal and artistic products are made that represent a unique heritage throughout the world. A set of different figures move within these shops: artisans who grind glass, decorators, engravers, potters who reproduce the trades of their fathers and…

Review of Venice Boat Show 2022, Italy

The Venice International Boat Show 2022, last from May 28 to June 5, in the spectacular structures of the city’s Arsenal, symbol of the power and military power of the Serenissima Republic and the heart of its naval industry which has allowed it to be one of the greatest maritime powers for centuries. Visitors was be able to admire more than 240 boats, and also participate in numerous events and conferences with themes relating to boating, the environment, sustainability and more. The Venice International Boat Show, also known as the Festival of the Sea, is an annual exhibition of pleasure boating held in Venice in June at the Venice Arsenal. It was held for the first time in 2002 and, starting from a local market dimension, in a few editions it has reached a national and international rank, constantly expanding. The Venice Boat Show is promoted by the Municipality of…

Venice Biennale of Art 2022, The Milk of Dreams, Part 2, National Pavilions and Collateral Events

The 59th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, titled “The Milk of Dreams”, curated by Cecilia Alemani, was open to the public from Saturday 23 April to Sunday 27 November 2022. The Exhibition take place in the Central Pavilion (Giardini) and in the Arsenale, including 213 artists from 58 countries; 180 of these are participating for the first time in the International Exhibition. 1433 the works and objects on display, 80 new projects are conceived specifically for the Biennale Arte. The Exhibition will also include 80 National Participations in the historic Pavilions at the Giardini, at the Arsenale and in the city centre of Venice. 5 countries will be participating for the first time at the Biennale Arte: Republic of Cameroon, Namibia, Nepal, Sultanate of Oman, and Uganda. Republic of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyz Republic and Republic of Uzbekistan participate for the first time with their own Pavilion. The exhibition…

Venice Biennale of Art 2022, The Milk of Dreams, Part 1, The Artists

The 59th International Art Exhibition of La Biennale di Venezia, titled “The Milk of Dreams”, curated by Cecilia Alemani, was open to the public from Saturday 23 April to Sunday 27 November 2022. The Exhibition take place in the Central Pavilion (Giardini) and in the Arsenale, including 213 artists from 58 countries; 180 of these are participating for the first time in the International Exhibition. 1433 the works and objects on display, 80 new projects are conceived specifically for the Biennale Arte. The exhibition “The Milk of Dreams” takes Leonora Carrington’s otherworldly creatures, along with other figures of transformation, as companions on an imaginary journey through the metamorphoses of bodies and definitions of the human. The Milk of Dreams takes its title from a book by Leonora Carrington (1917–2011) in which the Surrealist artist describes a magical world where life is constantly re-envisioned through the prism of the imagination. It…

Look Back of the Venice Carnival 2022, Italy

The Venice Carnival 2022 last from February 12 to March 1. Venice is a beautiful city famous for many things, from attractions such as the main squares and churches, to events capable of attracting thousands of tourists. The Venice carnival is the most anticipated event of the year in Venice: ten days of masquerade, shows, music, games and colors. The 2-week-long festival is about parades, concerts, markets, and of course the ornate Venetian masks. “Remember the Future”, this is the theme chosen for the 2022 edition under the artistic direction of Massimo Checchetto, was a real journey between past and present, which brought back to live the ancient traditions together with the modernity of a city that has its roots in a 1600-year-long past that is also capable of looking to the future. The Venice Carnival 2022 is a 18-day event with widespread events and shows that led Venetians and…

Look back of Paris Fashion Week Menswear Spring-Summer 2023, Paris, France

Paris Fashion Week Menswear Spring-Summer 2023 marks the inaugural Paris Fashion Week event for the year, la 2023st from 21-26 June 2022. For the spring/summer 2023 season, Parisian-based designers came out in force in a fascinating display of juxtaposition across the brands, from the most subtle of inspirations to avante-garde stylings, where childlike plaything motifs shared the runway with structured workwear and models donning colourful crochet garments followed those dressed in head-to-toe utilitarian styles. Some designers challenged themselves to push the boundaries of physical presentations — from an acrobatic performance at Issey Miyake’s Homme Plissé to a recreation of the namesake designer’s childhood home and garden at Dior Men. Rick Owens returned to his usual haunt at Palais de Tokyo with a runway presentation punctuated by three giant globes that were set ablaze, air-lifted and then dramatically dropped into the building’s fountain pool as models walked around its periphery. At…

Van Cleef & Arpels High Jewelry Collection, No.22 Place Vendôme, Paris, France

Van Cleef & Arpels is a French luxury jewelry company. It was founded in 1896 by the Dutch diamond-cutter Alfred Van Cleef and his father-in-law Salomon Arpels in Paris. Van Cleef & Arpels embodies the excellence in the high jewellery and watch making and is recognized by everyone as the House of the connoisseur for over a century. With its unique style-refinement, femininity, glamour and gracefulness, its exceptional stones and an unchallenged craftsmanship, the Maison creates the most inspirational pieces of jewellery and distinctive timepieces. With a blend of inventiveness and poetry, Van Cleef & Arpels perpetuates a highly distinctive style that has produced numerous signatures: the Mystery Set technique, the transformable Zip necklace and the Alhambra motif. The selection of gemstones according to the most stringent criteria and the savoir-faire of its craftsmen have given birth to enchanting jewelry and watchmaking collections. Whether inspired by nature, couture, dance or…

Haute Couture fashion industry in Paris, France

Haute couture is the creation of exclusive custom-fitted high-end fashion design that is constructed by hand from start-to-finish. Haute couture is the professional sector in which luxury clothing designers operate. Today, it is organized around “haute couture houses”, some of which are quite old brands, with which many great designers have collaborated over the years. Haute couture played an avant-garde role and her works foreshadowed fashion. Haute Couture is a French exception and as the name of the Federation indicates, it lies at the heart of fashion’s ecosystem. Tremendously modern, it is a permanent gateway between a tradition for excellence in know-how and contemporaneity in creation embodying today manufacturing techniques that are at the cutting edge of innovation. The Haute Couture collections are presented twice a year, in January and in July. Due to its extraordinary nature, it has been granted a special status. Since 2010, its official calendar has…

Review of Foire de Paris 2022, France

The Foire de Paris 2022, the largest show in Europe dedicated to the world of home, gastronomy and shopping, was took place from April 28 to May 9, 2022 at Porte de Versailles. The 12 days fair placed under a festive theme: is RE-PARTY. Event in terms of decoration and furnishings, the Foire de Paris once again brought together many exhibitors , who came to present the latest trends in the world of the home, also gastronomic products that celebrate the whole of France. As France’s leading home fair and the largest general-purpose fair in Europe, the Foire de Paris is a major retail event that has been held annually in Paris since 1904, it offers a varied range of products for the general public. From construction to furnishings, including renovation, decoration and interior and exterior equipment, all sectors of the home are celebrated at the Foire de Paris. It’s…

Look back of Art Paris Art Fair 2020, France

Art Paris 2020, after postponed, reopened at the Grand Palais September 11-13, 2020, confirm Paris’ unique dynamic and its place in the world contemporary art market, a moment full of art to see and people to meet. Art Paris 2020 faithful to its tradition of artistic diversity and openness. New galleries, established artists, upcoming talents: the entire spectrum of contemporary art was represented at the fair. Art Paris 2020, the leading modern and contemporary art spring event, truned to online in mid-July, which aim to support galleries and their artists after a spring period at a standstill. Art Paris’s profile was updated throughout the event with original and unique new content. In September, a more opportune time to reopen, the fair organized an offline version to foster collaboration and exchange in the art world. This edition of the fair, which can be qualified as an act of perseverance, reflects Art…