Sustainability and circular economy are the Heimtextil trends 2023/24

The future-oriented furnishing of home and contract textiles is sustainable. This is the conclusion of the Heimtextil Trend Preview 23/24, which presented groundbreaking design concepts and inspiration for the furnishings industry.

This article is part of the special topic Trade fairs for the craft industry

Marta Giralt Dunjó from the Futures research agency FranklinTill (Great Britain) presented the topic Circular economy in the spotlightt. The productions of progressive innovations will be shown at the Home Textile from January 10-13, 2023 in Frankfurt am Main in Trend SpaceWith concentrated analysis and expertise, the Trend Council of Heimtextil, consisting of the Studio FranklinTill (London), the Stijlinstituut Amsterdam and the Danish agency SPOTT Trends & Business, the future for the national and international market. Sustainability and the circular economy are in focus more than ever before.

"We are delighted to be able to provide an outlook on the future of textile furnishings and offer guidance with the Heimtextil Trend Preview 23/24. In doing so, we are highlighting opportunities and solutions to guide the industry into a sustainable future," reports Olaf Schmidt, Vice President Textiles & Textile Technologies at Messe Frankfurt.

Textiles Matter: Taking Responsibility

Photo: © Messe Frankfurt GmbH / FranklinTill

Given the diverse uses of textile materials and the diverse demands of their users, the international industry faces a major challenge. The textile industry obtains its raw materials from a variety of sources and uses numerous processes to manufacture an infinite variety of products. This offers great potential for the sustainable development of the textile industry. The Heimtextil Trends highlight ways to harness this potential and promote sustainable development. Under the motto "Textiles Matter," Approaches to the circular economy presented to the market Impulses for sustainable development deliver.

"Considering the ecological emergency, in which we currently find ourselves, the textile industry has a responsibility to To review processes and change them for the betterFor this reason, in this issue of Heimtextil Trends we are pursuing a material-oriented approach and focus on the Procurementthe Design and the Sustainability of materialsTextiles Matter demonstrates the potential of the circular economy and celebrates design initiatives that are beautiful, relevant and, above all, sustainable," explains Marta Giralt Dunjó by FranklinTill.

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Focus on the circular economy

At the upcoming Heimtextil 2023, Trend Space Ideas and solutions for the textile circular economy with a view to sustainable production processes, Recycling options and optimal recycling of textile products discussed. Within the framework of the circular economy, materials are continually added to a usage cycle. This reduces, on the one hand, the need for new raw materials and on the other side the Production of waste, Inorganic materials such as nylon, polyester, plastics or metals can be recycled in the technical cycle be recycled and reused without loss of qualityOrganic materials such as linen or raffia are returned to nature through the biological cycle. The four trend themes "Make and Remake," "Continuous," "From Earth," and "Nature Engineered" are derived from this.

Make and Remake

From old to new: Used materials, old stocks, or fabric remnants are given a new life through recycling. And not only that: The Aesthetics of Repair becomes a independent design element Bright and cheerful colors and techniques such as overprinting, overdyeing, bricolage, collage, or patchwork create new and creative products. Layered color patterns and graphics lead to bold and maximalist, yet conscious designs.

Continuous

The trend topic Continuous describes closed circuits, in which Materials are repeatedly recycled into new, waste-free products. Supposedly waste materials are separated and recycled into new fibers, composite materials, and textiles. Synthetic and cellulose-based yarns are thus produced waste-free. Thanks to technically advanced Recovery process the materials retain their original quality and aesthetics. Practicality, minimalism, and durability define the design of Contiunous products.

From Earth

Here are the Naturalness and harmony with the nature of organic materials are the focusNatural coloring conveys warmth and softness. Imperfect textures, wear, and irregularities present a ecological and earth-loving aestheticsEarthy and botanical tones, natural variations, and tactile richness dominate the From Earth section. Untreated and raw surfaces, unbleached textiles, and natural dyes emphasize the materials in their original state.

Nature Engineered

The Nature Engineered trend focuses on natural materials in focus. Organic materials such as raffia, hemp, linen, and nettle are enhanced and perfected using mechanical means. State-of-the-art techniques prepare natural textiles. sophisticated and intelligent products Clear lines and shapes, combined with soft beige and brown tones, characterize this theme.

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