Three immersive and complementary paths that, between décor, hospitality, and retail, decode the creative present and anticipate future trends, transforming spaces, materials, and objects into sensitive traces of contemporary design.
In its first appointment for 2026, Maison&Objet entrusts at the tale of What’s New? Spaces the definition not only of the creative present but of everything that is to come: cultural itineraries and immersive scenography capable of orienting the gaze and sharpening perception. From January 15th to 19th – Parc des Expositions de Paris-Nord Villepinte – the Parisian fair outlines three autonomous yet interconnected trajectories, true sensitive maps that interpret contemporary design according to a guiding principle as simple as it is profoundly evocative: the theme of this edition, Past Reveals Future. It is in the close dialogue between memory and innovative impetus that a broad and refined vision emerges, never didactic, where décor, hospitality, and retail are transformed into territories of cultural experimentation.
Three universes, three perspectives. What’s New? In Decor explores the living as a temporal stratification; What’s New? In Hospitality imagines hospitality as a total and narrative experience; while What’s New? In Retail gives back to the physical shop a design and emotional dimension, capable of going beyond the commercial function.
A trio of intellectually distinct readings that, while maintaining an autonomous identity, dialogue with each other with conceptual coherence. A shared vision that adds to the other curatorial perspective on the program at M&O, Curatio by Thomas Haarmann, and which in this case begins with a simple question posed to each of its creators.
What’s New? In Decor. Photo ©Maison&Objet
WHAT’S NEW? In DECOR by ELIZABETH LERICHE
What will the ideal interior of the next few years be? Elizabeth Leriche, set designer and trendsetter, answers with an immersive and sensorial vision: “Tomorrow’s interiors will be increasingly modular to adapt to evolving lifestyles. The search for well-being, comfort and a sense of reassurance will remain central. Spaces should invite connection: with oneself, with others and with beauty.”
Elizabeth Leriche. Photo ©Maison&Objet
The Leriche-designed itinerary (Hall 2) explores the décor through four thematic capsules – Neo-Greek, Neo-Roman, revisited Art Deco, Neo-Futurist – each a window onto the dialogue between past and future. From references to contemporary experimentation, the curated selection of furnishings and objects enhances the shared memory of the decorative arts and imagines new aesthetic interpretations.
Many are the names chosen that embody this research, including: Paola Paronetto, 101 Copenhagen, Lisa Maiofiss, Inoui Edition, Onofrio Acone, Silver Sentimiti, Giobagnara, Utopia, Uniqka, Manifeste Edition, Galerie BSL, Gabrielle Paris, Collector and Zieta. Each installation bridges eras, creating a dialogue between forms and materials and suggesting to the visitor not only how to inhabit the space, but how to perceive its soul.
What’s New? In Hospitality. Photo ©Maison&Objet
WHAT’S NEW? In HOSPITALITY by RUDY GUÉNAIRE
The hospitality of the future? Rudy Guénaire, co-founder and artistic director of the PNY restaurant chain, and founder of the creative studio Night Flight, envisions it as a total experience, suspended between narrative and visual poetry: “An architecture that goes to the essential and dares to dream big.”
With Suite 2046 (Hall 4), Guénaire transforms the room into a timeless place, rooted in the past but projected towards future visions. The installation is inspired by Wong Kar-wai’s film “In the Mood for Love,” reinterpreting everyday rituals into ceremonies of beauty and contemplation. The scene blends minimalism and purified ornamentation in a setting that recalls the aesthetics of the 1920s and 1930s, while imaginary portholes open up glimpses of vibrant landscapes of pure décor.
Rudy Guénaire. Photo ©Maison&Objet
We find present in this vision: Reflections Copenhagen, J&L Lobmeyr, Zanetto, St James, Tuttoattaccato, Decor Walther, Kanz, Nasonmoretti, Adele Collections, Amabro and Infinita. The result is a manifesto of visionary hospitality, where sensory experience transcends function, transforming interior design into an emotional narrative.
What’s New? In Retail. Photo ©Maison&Objet
WHAT’S NEW? In RETAIL by FRANÇOIS DELCLAUX
The store of tomorrow? François Delclaux, designer and interpreter of new commercial codes, conceives it as a fascinating dimension: “The store of tomorrow is a place where people dream.”
Through the installation What’s New? In Retail (Hall 7), Delclaux explores the echo between past and future, focusing on materials as protagonists of the narrative: stone, wood, glass and metal, expressed in physical forms and evocative interpretations. The idea is to restore the store’s inspiring power, combining aesthetics, materiality, and scenography in a space where every object engages with history and innovation.
The exhibition, designed for large buyers and specialist boutiques, guides visitors through a series of reflections, revealing how the interaction between materials can transform the shopping experience into a sensorial and cultural narrative. Selected exhibitors include: 13 Desserts, Sophie Luline, Marie Talalaeft, Fanex, Au Bain Marie, Charvet Editions, Wallace Senell, Klong, Sikigu, Bosa, In-Zu, Knikeboker, Marie’s Corner, Sandriver Cashmere, Giobagnara, Un Common, Marie Martin Ceramics, Tinja, Studio Julia Atlas, 101 Copenhagen, Mineral Series, Gandia Blasco, Xyleia, and Sylvie Capellino.
MAISON&OBJET 2026 – January edition
Hours: 15-18 gennaio 2026 9:30-18:30 | 19 gennaio 2026 9:30-18:00
Paid admission: online at this link
Where: Parc des Expositions Paris Nord Villepinte – ZAC Paris Nord 2 – Villepinte, Francia
RER B Line – Parc des Expositions Stop
When: 15-19 gennaio 2026 – maison-objet.com
François Delclaux. Photo ©Maison&Objet
On the cover, What’s New? In Hospitality (detail). Photo ©Maison&Objet
