About this expo
imm cologne is recognized as "The Interior Business Event", an international B2B trade fair dedicated to consumer-oriented interior design. It functions as a pivotal gathering point for key decision-makers within the international furniture industry across Europe. The event showcases market-ready products, fostering business relationships and contributing to the future direction of the furniture sector.
Exhibitors at imm cologne include international suppliers of living room, bedroom, and bathroom furniture, mattresses, sleep systems, home textiles, wall and floor coverings, lighting, and accessories. The exhibition is structured into three distinct themed areas: Pure, focusing on high-end luxury and innovative design; Home, featuring lifestyle-oriented interiors, including seating, bedroom, kitchen, dining, and lighting; and Sleep, dedicated to mattresses, sleep systems, and beds.
The target audience comprises decision-makers from the international furniture industry, including purchasing associations, retail chains, wholesalers, e-commerce companies, architects, interior designers, and product developers. Exhibitors gain a platform to initiate concrete business deals, generate new leads, network with a global audience, and receive immediate feedback on their products and designs from industry professionals.
Highlights
5 items- AUMA listed
- Held at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany
- Featured 339 exhibitors (2026) and 720 exhibitors (2024)
- Attracted 10,000 trade visitors (2026) and 128,000 trade visitors (2024)
- Concurrent events include the Pure Talents Contest, imm Cologne Summit, Cologne Design Week, and Interior Design Week
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does it take place?+
imm cologne 2027 will take place from January 19 to January 22, 2027, at Koelnmesse in Cologne, Germany.
Who organizes it?+
The event is organized by Koelnmesse GmbH. The conceptual sponsor is the Verband der Deutschen Möbelindustrie e.V. (Association of the German Furniture Industry).
What industries and products are covered?+
imm cologne focuses on the interior design and furniture industry. It covers lifestyle-oriented interiors, high-end luxury design, and sleep-related products, including seating, bedroom, kitchen, dining, lighting, accessories, mattresses, and home textiles.
How can I attend or exhibit?+
The event is open to professionals. Exhibitors can register for imm cologne 2027 through an online application.
What are the participation fees for exhibitors?+
Participation fees start at an early-bird rate of €100.00 per m² until April 30, 2026. The regular price from May 1, 2026, is €110.00 per m², and a "Last Call" rate of €130.00 per m² applies from November 16, 2026. Additional costs include an Auma fee of €0.60 per m², energy costs of €20.00 per m², and obligatory marketing services at €510.00 per main exhibitor.