FDI 2025: New Horizons in Furniture Design
- Yağız Genç
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
Furnishings & Design Istanbul (FDI) is an international platform that repositioned Turkey's furniture industry around a design culture. As Turkey's first design-focused furniture fair, FDI brings not only products but also ideas, innovation, and sustainability to the stage. Organized with the support of MOSFED (Federation of Furniture Associations) and MOS Fuarcılık, the event takes on the mission of becoming one of the industry's global showcases.
The theme for 2025 is “Good Possibilities.” The event invites industry stakeholders to discover new opportunities and collaborations together.
Concepts and Experience Areas Under FDI
FDI D2B (Designer-to-Business): One-on-one business meetings between designers and brands.
Design Houses: Curated product presentations from selected portfolios.
New Horizon Exhibition: An area showcasing young designers and new generation projects.
Design Circle: A special presentation area with curation emphasizing collective creativity.
FDI Stage & Talks: Sessions featuring creative names and industry professionals.
2025 Dates and Venue
FDI 2025 will take place on September 25–27, 2025, in Halls 9 and 10 of the Istanbul Exhibition Center. Having made a significant impact with its first edition in 2024, the fair is expanding this year with more brands, diverse content, and international participation across a 10,000-square-meter area.
Sustainability & Innovation
FDI positions design not only as an aesthetic value but as a tool that blends functionality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. The platform embraces the approach that “good design” adds value to brands by focusing on economic and social benefits.
Strategy & Glıobal Effect
FDI also provides a strategic stage for promoting Turkey's furniture sector internationally. It aims for sectoral transformation with an approach that focuses on design and designers rather than production.
Who Should Attend?
Designers, manufacturers, interior designers, and industry professionals
International buyer delegations and brands seeking business connections
Representatives of creative industries and design enthusiasts
FDI 2025 is a meeting point that positions the Turkish furniture industry on an international scale, puts design at its core, and outlines a vision for a sustainable future. Those looking to expand their network by establishing new connections within the design ecosystem, discover the latest developments in furniture design and gather inspiration, and learn about the industry's current business models will come together in Istanbul on September 25–27 to shape the future of the industry.
