Russia’s Premier Trade Fair for Interior Fabrics and Home Textiles
Hometextile & Design, Russia’s largest and most established international trade fair for interior fabrics, home textiles, and integrated design and decor solutions, will hold its 28th edition from September 22-24, 2026 at the Timiryazev Centre in Moscow. Organised by Gefera Media, the exhibition has a 28-year legacy of uniting professionals in the interior design and textile industry.
A New Chapter: From Heimtextil Russia to Hometextile & Design
The exhibition’s history dates back to 1999 when it launched as Heimtextil Russia, the regional version of the internationally renowned Heimtextil trade show held in Frankfurt. For over a decade, it grew to become Russia’s undisputed leader in interior fabric and home textile exhibitions. In 2022, following Messe Frankfurt’s sale of its Russian assets to local management, the event was rebranded as Hometextile & Design. This rebranding reflected an expanded concept: the exhibition now covers not only textiles but also the full spectrum of solutions for residential and commercial interior design — from furniture and decor to zoning materials.
Exhibition Scale and Audience
The 2025 edition at Crocus Expo demonstrated the event’s substantial market impact: 200+ exhibitors from 11 countries, 14,755 visitors from 33 countries and 87 Russian regions, and 70+ speakers participating in the business programme.
Visitor Profile: The exhibition attracts a diverse and influential audience of decision-makers, including:
- Wholesale buyers and retailers of interior fabrics and home textiles
- Federal and regional retail chains for home goods
- Curtain salons, textile workshops, and interior textile studios
- Interior designers, design studios, and architectural bureaus
- Textile decorators and commercial property outfitters
- Representatives of the HoReCa sector — hoteliers and restaurateurs
Exhibitor Profile: The exhibition features a strong international presence, with national pavilions from China, India, Turkey, and Uzbekistan in recent years. Leading brands and manufacturers from Russia, Belarus, China, India, Turkey, and other countries participate annually.
What the Exhibition Covers
Hometextile & Design is structured around two main exhibition sections, covering the full spectrum of interior textiles and design solutions:
1. Home Textiles — Textiles for Comfort
A full range of ready-made home textiles from leading manufacturers:
- Bed linen, bedspreads, blankets, pillows, and bedding sets
- Baby bed linen
- Bath textiles: terry towels, dressing gowns, SPA clothes, bathroom mats
- Table textiles and kitchen textiles: tablecloths, napkins, runners
- Homewear and sleepwear
- Fabrics for textile production: bed linen fabrics, terry fabrics, mattress fabrics
- Mattresses and mattress pads, bed fillers and frames
- Hotel textiles and textiles for restaurants and cafes
2. Interior Textiles, Furniture and Decor
A platform for dialogue between interior designers, decorators, and design studios:
- Interior and upholstery fabrics — new collections from manufacturers worldwide
- Carpets and innovative carpeting, including handmade designer carpets
- Textiles for window decoration: curtain fabrics, finished products, accessories
- Designer furniture and decor — exclusive pieces from leading studios
- Interior decoration materials: wallpaper, interior paints and plasters, wall panels, mouldings
- Unique textiles for HoReCa: designer tablecloths, drapes, runners
Special Projects and Innovations
Trend Rooms: A signature feature of the exhibition, Trend Rooms is a conceptual design zone where interior designers create stylised rooms reflecting current and upcoming design trends. In 2024, installations explored themes of harmony and adaptation to external change, featuring rooms styled as “White”, “Dopamine”, “Russian Style”, and “Greenhouse”.
Smart Sleep Zone: A dedicated section focusing on solutions for healthy sleep and rest.
HoReCa Solutions: A specialised area featuring textiles and interior solutions for hotels, restaurants, and cafes.
Award for Textile Designers and Decorators: An annual competition recognising excellence in textile design. In 2024, 381 works were submitted, culminating in a ranking of the TOP 50 textile decorators.
Business Programme
The exhibition features a comprehensive business programme across three platforms, offering 75+ hours of professional networking. Key programme elements include:
- Design Lecture Hall — where leading interior designers, decorators, and creative industry professionals share knowledge and discuss current trends
- Business Lecture Hall — roundtables where buyers, retailers, and manufacturers engage with marketplace representatives, retail chains, and HoReCa experts on practical industry challenges
- Masterclasses and practical workshops
- Special guided tours of the expositions and Trend Area
- NEW! B2B closed-door meetings with corporate clients
In 2024, the business programme attracted 2,919 attendees over three days, with 58+ hours of educational content.
Strategic Importance for International Exhibitors
Hometextile & Design is described as “the largest specialised B2B platform in Russia” for interior and upholstery fabrics, home textiles, and integrated design solutions. For international exhibitors, the exhibition offers direct access to a concentrated audience of professional buyers, decision-makers from leading retail chains, marketplace representatives, and distributors.
A 2025 participant noted: “We have been participating in the exhibition for the 17th time, as we believe that if a brand does not participate in the central event of the industry, it is not visible on the market”.
Another exhibitor commented: “We have noticed that the exhibition is growing and becoming more diverse every year. In recent years, the exhibition has become particularly attractive to interior designers. We are pleased that our new customers want more custom items and exclusive fabrics”.
A first-time participant from Mogoteks observed: “We have found the same atmosphere and community here as at Heimtextil. We had high expectations after participating in the European exhibition, and these expectations were generally met”.
Visitor and Exhibitor Information
- Dates: September 22-24, 2026
- Venue: Timiryazev Centre, Moscow
- Organiser: Gefera Media LLC
- Frequency: Annually
- Established: 1999
Hometextile & Design 2026 represents the essential annual gathering for professionals across the interior textile and design industry in Russia and the broader Eurasian region. As the country’s largest specialised B2B platform with a 28-year legacy, the exhibition offers a comprehensive environment to discover the latest collections and trends, forge business partnerships with key industry players, and navigate the evolving landscape of the Russian interior market. For manufacturers, suppliers, designers, and retailers looking to engage with this dynamic sector, Hometextile & Design remains the key event in the professional calendar.
