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ing, as well as sophisticated weaving tech- niques. Indoor/outdoor collections are also trendy. Traditional patterns are still on offer, but declining in popularity. Machine-weave artist editions caused a stir, including designs by Britt Boutros Ghali and Hossam Dirar, pre- sented by Oriental Weavers, and nine rugs by Angéline Catteeuw, shown by Mc Three – both quite impressive.
It has been clear for several years now that machine-weave carpets are not exclusively for the entry-level price range, as some are woven with two million points or more, posing serious competition for hand-knotted goods. Exciting innovations in this product segment were seen from Egyptian and Turkish suppliers in particu- lar this year.
The big names in machine weaving were rep- resented at the fair: Oriental Weavers, Me-
“Already after the first few conversations
it became clear to me how much we have missed the fair, in terms of information- gathering and the opportunity to talk with existing and prospective suppliers. It was interesting to see what all has changed with the suppliers in recent years, how each indi- vidual company has dealt with the pandemic, through online activities or by exploring new ideas in areas like sustainability, marketing, design, product innovation, materials mix, and so on. I really liked the Green Collection event in Hall 23, which provided a broad overview of sustainable floor coverings, fab- rics and carpets.”
ANDREAS LÜBBE
Carpet Purchasing Manager, Möbel Rieger
DOMOTEX 2023
The high-energy textile project team: (from left to right) Annika Fröhlich, Leonie Holfelder, Katharina Nunner
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PHOTO: DEUTSCHE MESSE