At Christmasworld, international retailers will be able to experience what colours, shapes and designs will be in vogue for Christmas decorations in the future. The Trend Area offers a unique overview of the exhibitors' new products, which will be presented by Stilbüro bora.herke.palmisano in three exciting trend worlds.
The ChristmasworldTrends25+ all share the same aims: be responsible, keep connected and stay optimistic. In the face of so much uncertainty around the world, our festive celebrations can really feel the weight of expectations. Energetic, confident designs can really help spread the load here. Three styles really show what it’s all about.
‘The three trend worlds are united by one guiding principle: be responsible and connected with nature and optimistic about the future.’
Inspirations1 COPPER ROOTS I by JAMESPLUMB, photo courtesy of Tom Wright, Penguins Egg Studio for Gallery FUMI 2 METALLKUNST, 24-carat gold-plated 3-dimensional star ornament by Christoball, photo Artur Bala 3 Detail from THAR CABINET by VIKRAM GOYAL at Nilufar 4 MARBLE CANDLEHOLDER by Mette Dittmer, photo Mette Dittmer 5 CONGRESSO by Daniel Kolodziejczak for StudioDanielK 6 Detail from METAMORPHOSIS COLLECTION by Allegra Hicks at Nilufar, photo Filippo Pincolin 7 Detail from METAMORPHOSIS COLLECTION by Allegra Hicks at Nilufar, photo Filippo Pincolin 8 CREATURES OF THE WOODS by Laura Sonne Lund, photo Laura Sonne Lund 9 GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS by Dagmara 10 Detail from MALENGE by Laura Muth 11 Detail from CREATURES OF THE WOODS by Laura Sonne Lund, Photo Laura Sonne Lund 12 MALENGE by Laura Muth
The flow of nature becomes permanently fixed, whether as water droplets or clouds. Tried-and-tested craft techniques and natural materials inform what’s here and now, with quality and conviction shining through. Digital tools introduce atmospheric metallic effects. These designs also allow for deep, sensory contemplation all year round – bringing peace.
A palette of high sensitivity and colours that occur unadulterated in nature supports introspection. Familiar nocturnal blue or soft eggshell colours. Alabaster white with its warm , calm radiance fits in with this character. Darker metallic nuances are also important, matt silver or gold lustre, which reflect the light magnificently through cleverly structured surfaces and provide a festive shimmer.
Inspirations 1 BLOND LABORATORY CANDELABRA by Jon Marshall / Pentagram, photo Angela Moore 2 BELL, BAUBLE and CONES set of four made of Swiss pine by Drechslerei Lukas Lettmayer 3 DINESEN PINE treated with lye and white oil by Dinesen 4 GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT by Dagmara 5 WINTER GLOW ORNAMENT by Villeroy & Boch 6 Detail from CRYSTALLISATION, photo CB 7 GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT by Dagmara 8 WINTER GLOW ADVENT CROWN by Villeroy & Boch 9 ANETHUM CARD by dorothee lehnen GmbH 10 SMALL KANDAHARI GUL CUSHION crafted by Afghan refugees living in Pakistan, made in partnership with Artisan Links at Made 51 11 Detail from GREEN BENRI CUSHION Crafted by Afghan refugees living in Pakistan, made in partnership with Artisan Links at Made 51 12 CHRISTMAS TREE TOPPER made of Swiss pine by Drechslerei Lukas Lettmayer
A change for the better: longer-lasting products with more practical properties and resource-saving materials. These designs are radically simple and can be readily understood: there’s nothing to disrupt the positive, celebratory effect they have on our body and soul. 3D printers produce perfect surfaces, and new materials secure a more sustainable future.
The balanced colour palette combines strength and balance. Individual colours are associated with durability and authenticity, both also reflected in objects’ design. Christmassy green symbolises growth and fresh hope, while the shades of precious wood supply a soft, less-intense beige as a connection to the soil. The ideas of sustainability and environmental awareness find their true expression here.
Inspirations 1 GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT by Dagmara 2 WOODEN TREE ORNAMENT by The Arboretum 3 MARBLED PAPER by Heritage Paper 4 HOLY MOLY by Anki Gneib 2011, 2024 Blå Station 5 3D DECORATIVE CARD, wooden ‘Gold Star‘ by formes Berlin, photo Henrike Mayer 6 VULPES ORNAMENT by Klaus Haapaniemi for Iittala 7 LUFTSCHLÖSSER (Castles in the air) by Emma Brix for Emil A. Schalling KG 8 WOODEN TREE ORNAMENT by The Arboretum 9 HANDMADE PAPER by Tudi Billo 10 GLASS CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT by Dagmara 11 YOBITSUGI ‘Phoenix‘ by Yukito NISHINAKA, photo nrk6364 12 3D DECORATIVE CARD, wooden ‘Gold Star‘ by formes Berlin, photo Henrike Mayer
Abundant creativity sparks joy. Unconventional and playful is interspersed with lively patterning and the new generation’s imaginative, innovative creations. The best aspects of digital and artistic craft combine with contemporary design for all-round inspiration.
The world of colour indisputably brings bright joy, openness and spontaneous variety to our lives. Fresh sky blue or juicy, fragrant fruits like lemon and plum can do this. Cool moss prepares a forgiving, forest-floor backdrop. The lively interplay of shades is both wide-ranging and sustainable, boosted by designers’ inventive outputs.
Claudia Herke, Cem Bora and Annetta Palmisano (f.l.t.r.)
Stilbüro bora.herke.palmisano researches the coming trends and is on the move for Messe Frankfurt wherever trend-setting materials, techniques and products are created. One of their particular concerns is to track down sustainable solutions that make our lives more environmentally friendly and future-oriented. With their analyses, lectures and inspiring special shows, they always provide valuable guidance for the trade.
