ESPRITMEUBLE : A TRADE SHOW THAT NEVER STOPS REINVENTING ITSELF

Since it was founded in 2012 by Gaëtan Ménard and Alain Liault, EspritMeuble has established itself as one of France’s leading furniture industry events. Its success is built on a constant willingness to question and reassess. With each edition, the show evolves to keep pace with changes in the market and provide manufacturers and distributors alike with practical solutions to the challenges they face.

UNDERSTANDING MARKET EXPECTATIONS TO KEEP THE SHOW EVOLVING

Listening to the market lies at the heart of EspritMeuble’s approach, with the show maintaining an ongoing dialogue with manufacturers, distributors, professional federations and industry partners. Working meetings, round tables – in which the Home Fashion News team takes part – studies and feedback from industry professionals all contribute to an ongoing reflection on changes in the market and professionals’ expectations. This first-hand knowledge of the market directly shapes the evolution of the show, which brings together exhibitors’ collections while supporting changes within the sector, the emergence of new practices and the challenges facing businesses.

A PLATFORM SUPPORTING BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

From 21 to 24 November, nearly 400 brands will welcome more than 12,000 professionals across 45,000 m² at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. The 2027 collections will naturally be one of the highlights of this year’s event. Visitors will also find solutions to help them increase in-store traffic, improve their commercial performance, integrate artificial intelligence, raise their visibility and forge new partnerships. Business, innovation, training and the sharing of experience thus come together on a single platform. This momentum is fully reflected in the theme of the 2026 edition, “At the Heart of Innovation”. New products will share the spotlight with solutions dedicated to new practices, retail and digital transformation. The “AI Lab” will highlight practical applications of artificial intelligence for furniture industry professionals, while the “Solutions Workshops” will bring experts together to address issues directly related to business development. Conferences, masterclasses, insights from business leaders and Expert Talks will round out a programme designed to provide visitors with ideas and tools they can put directly into practice.

A TRADE SHOW THAT GROWS WITH ITS MARKET

The 2026 edition features a new layout in Hall 1, designed to strengthen synergies between EspritMeuble, EspritSommeil, EspritCuisine and EspritContract, while making it easier for visitors to navigate the show. International development is also continuing to accelerate, thanks to the expansion of the international buyer programme and new partnerships with European professional federations. This gives exhibitors access to broader business opportunities. New turnkey stand packages complete the offering, making it easier for companies to take part while helping them optimise their investment.

TWO ENTREPRENEURS WHO LISTEN TO THEIR MARKET

For the past thirteen years, Gaëtan Ménard and Alain Liault have continued to develop EspritMeuble in line with the expectations of the industry. Active in the field throughout the year, they maintain regular dialogue with manufacturers, distributors and industry partners in order to identify the changes that will shape the trade show of tomorrow. Each edition therefore involves an in-depth review of the visitor journey, the services provided, the content and the tools made available. No potential improvement is ruled out if it can enhance the experience of exhibitors and visitors alike. This constant drive for greater effectiveness is one of EspritMeuble’s defining features and largely explains the position the show occupies today within France’s professional landscape.

MAINTAINING MOMENTUM THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

EspritMeuble’s activity extends well beyond the four days of the trade show. Thanks to close collaboration with the trade press and a dedicated team, news from exhibitors, distributors and the industry as a whole feeds a continuous flow of information. The show’s newsletter is now one of the most eagerly awaited regular publications among industry professionals. Its editorial quality, the breadth of its content and its regular publication make it a genuine link between the various players in the market. Throughout the year, it showcases companies’ initiatives, highlights innovations and reports on retailers’ projects.

Source: Home Fashion News #62 – Sept 2026 / Translation: Leila Ahmad