INDEX Saudi Arabia is the Kingdom’s leading and largest interior design, furniture and fit-out trade event where interior brands meet interior designers, retailers, distributors and fit-out contractors.

With Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 coming to life, the rising number of real estate projects for retail, commercial, hospitality, and residential properties, along with government initiatives to boost infrastructure, is driving demand in the interiors market in Saudi Arabia.

Giga projects such as Trojena, The Line, Sindalah, Diriyah Gate, the Red Sea Development project, King Abdullah Economic City, and others are attracting various international and regional interior and fit-out designers to work on the projects.

“Given the diverse range of interior design projects fuelling demand, INDEX Saudi Arabia is a perfect platform to forge invaluable connections, strike lucrative deals, and stay at the forefront of the industry,” confirms Jasmeet Bakshi, Vice President of Design and Hospitality at dmg events, which organizes INDEX Saudi Arabia.

This year’s edition of INDEX Saudi Arabia, is packed with favorites and a number of new features, including two conferences – INDEX Design Talks and Workspace Summit (a new edition this year, taking place for the first time in Saudi Arabia) where over 120 speakers will share their wisdom in specially curated sessions.

The INDEX Design Talks have become a cornerstone of the regional design calendar in recent years. Carefully curated to cover the biggest topics and trends impacting the design community, the program runs across all three days of INDEX Saudi Arabia. The passionate industry community of interiors, architecture, and fit-out professionals attends the Design Talks for peer networking and meaningful conversations.

Saudi Arabia’s initiative to entice international businesses with its regional headquarters program is gaining traction. Initiated in 2024, this ambitious program incentivizes global corporations to establish their regional headquarters in the kingdom. Over 120 global companies were recently allowed to move their regional offices to Saudi Arabia in the first quarter of 2024, a staggering 477% increase from the previous year.

With the increase in companies setting up offices in the Kingdom, The Workspace Summit is timed perfectly to have discussions around the future of these office spaces. From thought leaders in creativity and productivity to experts driving tech-driven solutions, be a part of the conversation shaping the future of the workplace. With an unrivalled lineup of keynote speakers, the pivotal trends, groundbreaking technologies, and game-changing innovations that are revolutionizing the way that we work will be highlighted. From remote collaboration tools and augmented reality in the workplace to the rise of AI and automation, INDEX Saudi Arabia will cover it all.

As Saudi Arabia unveils many high-end projects that redefine opulent experiences, the demand for premium interior products has surged to unparalleled heights. In fact, the surge in demand for luxury, traditional-style furniture is such that it’s predicted over $3.2 trillion will be spent by the end of this decade to develop the luxury tourism infrastructure under Vision 2030, its ambitious economic diversification plan launched in 2016.

The 2024 edition of INDEX Saudi Arabia reveals the new INDEX Collection, a curated section dedicated to premium interiors, furniture & décor brands. Reserved for the world’s most esteemed luxury brands, the INDEX Collection offers an unparalleled opportunity to meet designers and over 70+ brands that offer the finest in interior design. Some of the featured brands include BEGA, Rugberry, Lasvit, New Terracotta, Panzeri, Furnivita, The Lino, Mariner, Casadora, Huda Lighting, and many more.

This unparalleled platform captivates discerning buyers and enthusiasts seeking the pinnacle of interior design sophistication. With a curated selection of brands synonymous with exceptional quality, design, and luxury, INDEX Collection ensures your presence among the crème de la crème of the industry.

As Saudi Arabia’s interior design sector continuously evolves and grows in response to Vision 2030, there is an increased demand for skilled designers across the country. To empower the next generation of design leaders, dmg events is introducing INDEX Saudi Arabia Future Stars this year – a new competition dedicated to supporting talented interior design and architecture students across the Kingdom.

In partnership with ArchiNet, the Architects & Interior Designers Network, the competition is open to final-year interior design students and recent graduates from universities in Saudi Arabia who have completed their studies in the past six months.

Says Bakshi, “As the leading interior design event in the Kingdom, we’re committed to enriching creative businesses, education institutions and individual designers by providing a supportive and inclusive community.”

“The judges for the INDEX Saudi Arabia Future Stars include Eng. Zaina Alsheikh, General Manager, ARAC; Mohammed ALMashharawi, Initiative Founder, ArchiNet; Ben D’Souza, Co-Founder, Love That Design; Dalia Muhndis, Interior Design Senior Director, DGDA; Iman Abuljadayel, Founder, In Detail Design and Amani Al Ibrahim, Partner- Executive Director, Kristina Zanic Consultants,” adds Bakshi.

Co-located with the Hotel & Hospitality Expo, and the Lighting Design & Technology Expo, INDEX Saudi Arabia is the only dedicated event for buyers to source furniture, furnishings, textiles, interiors, and art. This year’s biggest event ever also promises over 750 exhibitors across all collated events, and over 45 exhibiting countries along with nine different product sectors on the show floor including: furniture and furnishings; fit-out services; workspace; kitchen and bathrooms; accessories, décor and homeware; art; textiles; surfaces and finishes; and bed and bedding.

Key leading exhibiting brands include Kohler, Sanilux, Bravat, Sedar, NGC Nafees, Geberit, Sanipex, Masdar, Presto, Frezza, Al Aqeel, Ideal Standard, Maison R&F, Majestic and Bestuhl.

Join this elite community of decision-makers and trendsetters shaping the landscape of luxury interiors throughout Saudi Arabia. From interior designers and retailer buyers to property developers, hotel and restaurant owners, connect with high-profile buyers seeking exclusive pieces and lucrative collaborations.

INDEX is the longest-running interiors event in the Middle East, trusted by companies and brands to deliver the quality and scale of audience that will ensure an exceeded ROI for their business.

Registration is open with free admission to trade and industry professionals over the age of 18. For more information visit: https://www.index-saudi.com

Photos: Cristi Mitrea