Fespa has announced the line-up for the 2017 Printeriors Conference, which takes place during Fespa next month.
Organisers says speakers will explore the benefits of using print as a medium for interior design and will offer examples of how it can transform interiors, whether residential or commercial. The Printeriors Conference will focus on topics key to the industry, looking to offer insight into the intricacies and suitability of print in interior design applications.
In the first session, called Opportunities for Digital Print in Home Fashion, Jennifer Castoldi, chief creative director of Trendease International and Printeriors 2017 curator, will share the latest instalment of the Trendease Market Edge Research and will explore the business opportunities in this market, explaining what makes going digital so appealing.
Textile & Wall designer Birgit Spielvogel will offer he views on ‘Designing for printed interiors – Where to start and how to get the best results.’ She has 20 years’ experience in this marker and she will discuss the questions needed to find and develop the right design. In a seminar titled Extraordinary designs using vinyl, Rich Thompson, president AdGraphics, will explore how you can add value and create eye-catching designs by using printed vinyl on walls, windows, furniture, floors and ceilings, for both indoor and outdoor functionality.
Other sessions include Debbie Mckeegan presenting The creative potential of textiles for interior decoration; The way forward with digital innovations – looking at glass delivered by Niv Raz; Ekaterina Yaschuk and The possibilities of LED wallpaper; plus the final session, Design beyond your eyes, focusing on inspiring printer and end-user case studies predented by Nigel Webster. To close the seminar sessions, Jennifer Castoldi will host a panel discussion with all seven speakers.
Roz McGuinness, divisional director at Fespa, says, “The conference programme has been created with the aim to inspire and engage, showing designers just what is possible when using print for interior décor. As technology has evolved, so too have the possibilities. Our comprehensive line-up of industry experts will be delivering key insight into the diverse ways in which print can now be used to create striking effects. For designers, the conference delivers a unique opportunity to gain valuable insight, looking at trends, techniques and applications whilst engaging with likeminded industry professionals.”
There is no cost to attend the Printeriors Conference Click here to make a reservation or visit www.printeriors.net use promotional code PRCM701.
Interior design focus for print show
