What is the event focus?

The event focuses on interior design, furniture, lighting, décor, surfaces, and fit-out solutions.

Why you should not miss it?

INDEX 2026 is the region’s most important sourcing and inspiration platform for interior design and fit-out professionals. It offers direct access to global brands, emerging designers, and market trends that influence how spaces are designed, furnished, and experienced across the Middle East and beyond.

Is there a dress code for the event?

Business or smart-casual attire is recommended.

What types of products are showcased?

Furniture, lighting, textiles, wall and floor coverings, décor, and interior materials.

INDEX 2026 - atndr

Name: INDEX 2026
Start: 2026-06-02T18:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-06-04T20:00:00+00:00
Location: Dubai World Trade Centre

About this event

INDEX 2026 is the Middle East’s longest-running and most influential interior design and fit-out exhibition. Hosted in Dubai, the event brings together global furniture brands, interior designers, architects, retailers, developers, and hospitality professionals to source products, explore trends, and shape the future of residential, commercial, and hospitality interiors across the region.

Key Highlights

Comprehensive exhibition covering furniture, lighting, textiles, surfaces, and décor
Participation from international design brands and regional manufacturers
Strong focus on interior trends, craftsmanship, and innovative materials
High-value B2B networking with designers, buyers, and project stakeholders

Who Should Attend?

Interior designers and architects
Furniture manufacturers and suppliers
Hospitality and commercial project developers
Retailers and distributors
Fit-out contractors and consultants

Main Features

INDEX Exhibition Floor – Global showcases of furniture, lighting, surfaces, and interior products
Design Talks & Live Features – Insightful sessions exploring design trends and project case studies
Buyer & Supplier Networking – Direct engagement with decision-makers and specifiers

INDEX 2026 was a Real Estate & Construction event that took place 2-4 Jun 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Event recap

INDEX 2026 took place from 2 to 4 June 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Organised by Dmg events, the in-person Realstate & Construction event focused on interiors, design and fit-out for residential, commercial and hospitality spaces. The exhibition covered furniture, lighting, textiles, surfaces and décor, with attention to interior trends, craftsmanship and innovative materials. It featured an exhibition floor with global showcases of interior products, along with Design Talks and live features exploring design trends and project case studies. Buyer and supplier networking formed part of the programme. Participants included global furniture brands, regional manufacturers, interior designers, architects, retailers, developers, hospitality professionals, fit-out contractors, consultants, buyers and project stakeholders.