Saudi Arabia’s first-ever Interiors & Furniture Show (IFS) will debut at the Jeddah Superdome from February 18-20, 2025, offering a unique platform for the design and fit-out industries. Organized by dmg events, the exhibition will showcase a diverse range of local and international brands, bringing together interior designers, architects, project owners, and contractors from across Saudi Arabia’s Western Province.
As Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, and Tabuk undergo rapid development through government initiatives and giga-projects, IFS Jeddah will highlight cutting-edge designs, sustainable interiors, and architectural innovation. With more than $1.45 trillion in hospitality, residential, and commercial projects, Saudi Arabia’s design sector is entering a new era of modernization and growth.
Saudi Arabia’s Expanding Hospitality and Real Estate Market
Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 has set ambitious targets for the hospitality and accommodation sector, with plans to deliver 320,000 new hotel rooms by 2030, at a total cost of $37.8 billion. The Western Province is a key driver of this transformation, with cities like Jeddah, Makkah, and Madinah leading the way in luxury hotel development. Currently, 66% of Saudi Arabia’s hotel inventory is in the luxury segment, a figure projected to grow to 72% by 2030.
Industry Leaders and Key Exhibitors
IFS Jeddah will feature over 100 exhibitors and is expected to attract more than 5,000 influential buyers from the hospitality, residential, and commercial interiors sectors. Some key exhibitors include:
- Local brands: Al Aqeel, Foamco, Al Guthmi, Al Rugaib Furniture, Creative Closets, Al Nassaj, Al Sourayi, Majestic, Damons, and Back Care.
- International brands: Standard Carpets, Trend Middle East, Surfaces Furnishing LLC, and Zuma Design Consultants.
IFS Jeddah Conference and Expert Speakers
The event will also feature IFSpeaks, a thought-leadership program featuring discussions on Saudi heritage in design, sustainability, 3D printing, and the future of AI in architecture. Speakers include:
- Amani Al Ibrahim, Partner and Executive Director of Kristina Zanic Consultants
- Dr. Karima Hemida, Head of Design at Jeddah International College
- Ma’an Bajnaid, Architect at M3N DESIGN + ARCHITECTURE
- Iman Abuljadayel, Founder of In Detail Design Center
A Three-Day Focus on Design Evolution
Each day of IFS Jeddah will explore a different design theme:
- Day One: Saudi heritage and its influence on modern interiors.
- Day Two: Innovations in flexible workspaces, AI integration, and space transformation.
- Day Three: The future of Saudi design, empowering the next generation of architects and designers.
Jeddah: A Growing Hub for Design and Innovation
Jasmeet Bakshi, Vice President of Design and Hospitality at dmg events, emphasized the strategic importance of Jeddah:
“Jeddah is experiencing an unprecedented transformation. From the Jeddah Central Project and the Red Sea Project to NEOM, the city is becoming a global leader in sustainable and innovative design. IFS Jeddah will not only showcase products but also bring together the industry’s top talents to shape the future of Saudi architecture and interiors.”
As Saudi Arabia’s design and fit-out industry expands, IFS Jeddah will serve as a key networking hub, bringing together the region’s top architects, designers, and project owners. The event is set to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of interiors and furniture in the Western Province and beyond.