Valencia is preparing to become the nerve center of the habitat and design sector. thanks to the simultaneous holding of four major trade fairs: Hábitat, Cevisama Contract, Home Textiles, and Espacio Cocina. This globally unprecedented format seeks to enhance interconnection between key sectors such as furniture, ceramics, textiles, and kitchen equipment, bringing together the most comprehensive offerings for interior design, architecture, and decoration in a single space.
This strategic proposal The usual calendar of Feria Valencia will change, allowing national and international buyers to access the entire showcase of trends, innovation, and business in the habitat sector in a single visit. The union of these events will facilitate the creation of synergies with particularly positive results for the commercial drive and international visibility of the Valencian productive fabric.
Transformation and evolution of the trade fair model
The Generalitat Valenciana has firmly defended the integration of Cevisama into the Habitat environment, arguing that this is a logical development and not a setback. According to the regional administration, this decision has been discussed with industry stakeholders to respond to the new realities and challenges of the ceramics and trade fair industry. The aim is to ensure the viability and international prominence of Cevisama, making it more competitive and without losing its identity.
From the sector, there are those who see this change as an opportunity to improve proposals in the habitat to adapt to current market demands and to strengthen the presence of the Valencian Community on the international housing scene, despite the fact that part of Castellón's productive sector has expressed concern about the possible economic repercussions.
The common bet for September 2026 represents a clear commitment to internationalizationThe plan includes promotional campaigns in collaboration with ICEX, IVACE, and other entities, as well as the development of strategies to attract major buyers from Europe, the Americas, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. This effort aims to attract more than 3.000 foreign buyers and hundreds of national operators, thus strengthening the event's global reach.
Design, sustainability and innovation as the axes of the habitat
One of the differentiating aspects of this new stage is the transversal commitment to design and sustainabilityThe exhibiting companies demonstrate a real and growing concern for environmental impact, presenting collections and solutions that emphasize the responsible use of materials, innovation in production processes, and social responsibility.
In the 2025 edition, the experiential content will focus on proposals such as the Habitat 2025 "Barracas" Hotel, which will reinterpret Mediterranean architecture with sustainability criteria, and exhibitions by renowned national and international designers. Emerging design and contemporary craftsmanship will also have a prominent place., reaffirming Valencia's ability to attract young talent and avant-garde proposals.
Along with the exhibition and business opportunities, continuing education will be another cornerstone of the fair, with a packed agenda of conferences, workshops, and roundtables in collaboration with interior design associations, business associations, and universities. Topics covered will range from hotel innovation and retail to multi-channel distribution and brand internationalization.
The essential role of Commercial Agents and the professional community
Commercial Agents will increase their presence and prominence in the 2025 edition and subsequent ones.Specific spaces will be available to facilitate networking and relationships between manufacturers and buyers, as well as the management of professional services. In addition, more than 1.200 invitations to agents will be distributed, and parking spaces will be arranged to facilitate attendees.
During the event, lectures will be given to introduce the commercial agent profession to students and future professionals, thus creating an environment of meeting, learning, and real opportunity for the housing industry. The synergy between agents, designers, manufacturers, and logistics operators strengthens Valencia's role as a leading trade fair center.
Collaboration with both public and private institutions and strong business involvement consolidate Feria Valencia as one of Europe's best-equipped venues for hosting large-scale events. Its location, infrastructure, and experience, along with Valencia's cultural appeal and quality of life, contribute to the success of this international event.
A global event for the future of habitat
The simultaneous celebration of these fairs means A strategic opportunity for all sectors involved, allowing comprehensive access to trends, innovation and top-level business contactsThe joint efforts and shared vision of the organizations involved aim to consolidate this major event as an essential meeting place for understanding the direction of habitat evolution on an international scale.
With a focus on sustainability, design excellence, and internationalization, Feria Valencia strengthens its position as a global platform, capable of adapting to the challenges of the 21st century and offering real value to exhibitors, buyers, and professionals from around the world.
