On 26-28 May 2025, DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2025 took place at the Shanghai National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC). Celebrating its 27th edition, the event reaffirmed its leadership position in Asia’s flooring industry with robust attendance, increased international participation and innovative platforms.
Despite industry challenges, this year’s show welcomed 83,056 visitors from 124 countries – the highest number of participating nations since the event’s inception. The international visitor numbers continued its post-Covid growth trajectory reaching 18,121 overseas attendees.
‘DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2025 has solidified its position as Asia’s leading event for the industry and remains committed to advancing even further,’– said Edwin Tan, CEO of Globus Events, show organiser. ‘While global trade may be shifting, business remains constant. We will continue to serve as a vital bridge for the industry, providing essential support for companies’ development and flooring industry’s progress.’
Sonia Wedell-Castellano, Global Director of DOMOTEX at Deutsche Messe AG, added: ‘This year’s edition once again highlighted the strategic relevance of Asia for the entire flooring industry. With its dynamic markets, manufacturing strength and growing demand for innovative solutions, Asia is and will remain a key driver for the sector. DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR offers a unique gateway to tap into these opportunities.’
The event has multiple in-house platforms and displays. Cadex, dedicated to architecture and interior design, once again stood out as a central highlight, showcasing the most advanced and integrated architectural and design trends and material installations. This year’s theme ‘Let’s Enjoy’ focused on creating joyful and uplifting spaces through the thoughtful use of colour and materials, with the goal of enhancing quality of life and fostering a sense of happiness. A standout feature of the event was the Material Matters display area, which showcased groundbreaking material innovations poised to redefine the future of interior design. Cadex also brought together more than twenty distinguished figures from the fields of architecture, interior design, media, and industry leaders, representing countries and regions including China, the UK, Italy, and Germany. Through a dynamic mix of keynote speeches, roundtables, and curated displays, it promoted meaningful dialogues on emerging design trends and material innovations.
Other events that took place during the show included The Chinese Original Carpet Design Show, which attracted over 140 submissions from 60 designers representing 22 companies. In a celebration of creativity, 41 designers were honored, and 43 exceptional works were exhibited, with 9 prestigious awards granted.
Next year’s Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR will be on 27-29 May 2026.
