The twelfth edition of ARKEDA – the exhibition-conference dedicated to architecture, construction, design and furniture, and the only event of its kind in Southern Italy – will be held from 28 to 30 November 2025 at the headquarters of the Mostra d’Oltremare in Naples. The event brings together professionals, designers, architects and companies in a dialogue on the future of homes, interiors and built spaces.
In a historical moment in which the quality of living and sustainability play a central role, ARKEDA presents itself as a reference platform for experimenting with innovative materials, design strategies and visual narratives capable of involving the environments of today and tomorrow. The exhibition is divided into dedicated pavilions, workshops, conferences and thematic areas concerning building materials, interior design, outdoor furniture, decorative finishes and technological systems for energy efficiency.
One of the key themes of the 2025 edition is “Grade 0” – understood as state zero, a phase of change in the forms and languages of the project – which suggests a new look at living and the relationship between architecture and contemporary culture. For those working in the design, interior and furniture sector, ARKEDA represents an opportunity to deal with trends such as material-driven design, circularity of materials, sustainable interior design and the integration between construction and indoor environments.
The event enjoys the patronage of important professional associations: from the National Council of Architects, to the regional orders of engineers, up to the Association for Industrial Design (ADI) and several universities. For professional visitors, ARKEDA also offers recognized training courses, workshops and refresher courses that enrich the experience beyond the simple exhibition visit.
From a practical point of view, the 2024 edition saw over 180 exhibitors, 12,500 professionals present and an exhibition area of about 8,000 m². The quality of the offer and the variety of companies present make ARKEDA an indispensable platform to grasp the signals of the sector and anticipate innovations in furniture, interior design and architecture.
For those who work in the world of design or interior design, participating in ARKEDA means immersing yourself in a space of discovery and comparison, where materials, production processes and aesthetic proposals intertwine. It is an opportunity to identify new partners, understand the evolution of interior design and discover how design solutions can adapt to contemporary, urban or private contexts.
ARKEDA 2025 confirms its centrality in the panorama of Italian design and architecture, offering professionals a moment of stimulation and inspiration. Whether you are an architect, an interior designer, a material manufacturer or a furniture brand, it is worth marking these dates in your diary: November 28–30 in Naples represent a strong call to the future of living.
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