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Volume 9. Issue 03. March 2015 Rs. 25/-
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nce again this year IMM Cologne’s comprehensive event held pointers to the annual trends of the interior design segment; the 66th edition of one of the most important furnishing fairs in the global furnishing market it was held in conjunction with the third edition of LivingKitchen. This year the duo roped in 102,000 industry visitors (99,000 industry visitors in 2013) from the national and international trade ensuring that the fair duo exceeded its extraordinary performance of 2013. The huge breadth and depth of the show ranged from self-assembly furniture to premium brands and visionary product designs. LivingKitchen brought to focus the most cutting-edge solutions for modern kitchens, the fair not only attracted the international market leaders to one location, but it also provided them with a complete overview of the industry. LivingKitchen enticed visitors into the vibrant world of kitchens; 215 exhibitors presented the most important industry trends in the furniture, appliances and accessories sectors across the three fair halls 4.1, 4.2 and 5.2. The internationality of participants this year increased yet again: a total of 96 exhibitors - around 45 per cent - came from abroad to appear at the fair. LivingKitchen fair
LivingKitchenIntegrating The Best
The 3rd edition of LivingKitchen which took place along with the 66th edition of IMM Cologne in Koelnmesse saw a record turnout. BY VIKAS BHADRA was once again a successful mix of product shows and events. A number of German and international companies made their presence felt, however it was not just the big companies that created a furore; smaller companies and specialist manufacturers too shared the spotlight. A kaleidoscope of sensual materials, the event witnessed a number of product launches; from the new integrated kitchen appliances range from Panasonic to luxury kitchen cabinets by SieMatic, a number of products were seen for the first time at the fair. Over 50 companies participated at LivingKitchen for the first time; among them were many renowned manufacturers such as Siemens, Bosch, Miele, Panasonic and V-Zug. The accessories sector A number of products were introduced for the very first time at LivingKitchen
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