HO.MI. – the superior Italian Lifestyles Fair that is held bi-annually at the Milan Fairgrounds – is coming to the International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) this year!

ICFF is a moment all design in North America becomes enthusiastic about the new trends. From May 16 to May 19, 2015 two levels of the Jacob Javitz Center will feature nearly 700 brands; doubling the shows size from previous years. Nearly 247,000 square feet of exhibition space will be occupied, with almost 300 first-time exhibitors presenting.

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ICFF announced a long term cooperation agreement with Fiera Milano, host of the world’s largest and most prestigious events for the interior design and lifestyle marketplaces, to introduce HO.MI. New York, a “lifestyle trade fair.”

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This collection of Italian design will give attendees the opportunity to learn and experience the beauty, style and elegance coming from Italy that will be presented by leading and emerging talent of Milan. Furniture, lighting, wall coverings, carpets, flooring, kitchen & bath and accessories of Italian style will be exhibited from nearly 100 brands.

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HOMI was founded in Milan around the concept of becoming an international meeting place and inspirational space relating to the lifestyles of a multicultural consumer, attentive to personal care and the health of their environment.

More than 32,000 architects, interior designers, developers, visual merchandisers and high- end retail buyers are expected to visit the show’s 700-plus exhibitors at the four-day event.