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Amini has expanded its presence in Europe’s design capitals with two new exhibition areas in the Rubelli showrooms of Paris and London. The London location was inaugurated in mid-September at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre during the Focus event. Paris will follow on 21 October with an exclusive space in the historic Rubelli showroom in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Pad is expanding its international sales structure: from now on, sales representative Kris van Walleghem will be responsible for the Belgian and Luxembourg markets. He brings decades of expertise and a broad network to the role and will oversee the Pad and Proflax brands.
Following extensive modernisation, the Carpet Museum in Genemuiden reopened in September 2025. Queen Máxima performed the official opening ceremony on 11 September. The exhibition traces the development of carpet production – from rush mats in the 18th century and later coconut and sisal fibres to modern synthetic yarns.
Following a three-month refurbishment, Kibek has reopened its flagship store in Elmshorn (Germany) with 20,000 sqm of retail space. The new store concept – first implemented earlier this year at the Hanau branch – focuses on transparency, clear orientation, open layouts and modern price communication. Around 2,500 LED spotlights provide a bright and inviting atmosphere.
Under the theme “Craft is a verb”, Heimtextil highlights the central trends for 2026/27. The focus is on the interplay between craftsmanship and technology: digital designs are transformed into woven jacquards or embroidery, 3D-knitted structures emerge, and generative patterns link analogue and digital processes. The colour palette spans earthy shades such as sand, clay, soot and olive, contrasted with vivid digital tones like neon green, lilac and bright screen blue – combining natural calm with contemporary energy.
Jysk has launched a new strategy phase running until the end of fiscal year 2028. The focus is on strengthening its presence in existing markets – particularly with new stores in European metropolitan areas such as Madrid. In addition, the company will invest around EUR 268 M in IT infrastructure, online shopping and digital customer platforms.
Walter Kadnar, who has been CEO of Ikea Germany since October 2022, took over as head of Ikea Nederland on 1 September 2025. The succession process for the German country organisation is under way; in the interim, Sandra Stibale, Deputy Country Retail Manager Ikea Germany, is managing the furniture retailer.