The Expression of Material for a Sustainable Future

The future of design is being reshaped by the importance of materials. In the context of sustainability, materials are not only an ecological responsibility but also a means of aesthetic and cultural expression.

Material of the Future

The event program of the Furnishings & Design Istanbul trade fair (FDI) brings together experts from various disciplines to explore the significance of materiality in the context of innovation, transformation, and sustainability. At the invitation of the Turkish Furniture Industry Association (MOSFED), Prof. Dr. Sascha Peters will discuss with interior architects Sefer Çağlar and Ahmet Alataş.

Furnishings & Design Istanbul (FDI) is an international design fair that aims to bring together the interior design and furniture industry with a design-oriented perspective by leveraging the strong networks of the Turkish furniture industry.

Organized with the support of the Federation of Furniture Associations (MOSFED), FDI was successfully held for the first time in 2024. “Istanbul, with its rich history, cultural heritage, and creative energy, is getting ready to become the new meeting point of the design world. Reflecting Turkey’s global design vision, Furnishings & Design Istanbul (FDI) 2025 is opening its doors for the second time!”, Ahmet GÜLEÇ (MOSFED President)

FDI talks: www.fdistanbul.com