Commercial Interiors: Supplier Finder Show - Dublin 2025 made its debut at The Alex Hotel on 13th November, bringing together designers, specifiers, suppliers, and operators from across the commercial interiors community for a focused day of conversation, product discovery, and shared insight.
The one-day event was designed around quality interactions, creating space for purposeful dialogue between visitors and the 20 exhibiting commercial furnishing brands representing hospitality, care, workplace, and cruise interiors. Exhibitors shared that the show prompted a number of unexpected and valuable conversations including reconnecting with clients they hadn’t spoken to in some time, and meeting new contacts they might not have encountered elsewhere.
Sector Report Launch: Setting the Tone for the Day
The event opened with the launch of the Older People’s Accommodation Sector Report, hosted by Commercial Interiors UK. Over coffee and informal conversation, attendees were introduced to a comprehensive overview of current developments and opportunities within later living, integrated retirement communities, and care homes.
The report explores five key themes shaping the sector:
- Flight to Quality
- Personalisation
- Socialisation
- Biophilia
- Wellness
With contributions from respected industry figures including James Potter (WGP Architects), Jen Bernard (Bernard Interiors) and Roger Black (PegasusLife), the session provided a valuable grounding for the discussions that followed throughout the day.
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A Supportive Setting for Genuine Connection
A key intention for this year’s edition was to broaden engagement from the nursing home and hotel sectors. It was encouraging to see increased attendance from both, with visitors spending meaningful time speaking to exhibitors and exploring opportunities relevant to upcoming interiors projects. The atmosphere remained relaxed and welcoming, supported by complimentary hospitality including lunch, afternoon tea, and an early evening drinks reception.
Attendees took advantage of the opportunity to connect with peers, suppliers, and industry partners in a setting designed to encourage authentic engagement.
A First Step in Building a Dublin Community
As a first edition, the Supplier Finder Show in Dublin established a foundation for what is intended to become a regular meeting point for Ireland’s commercial interiors professionals.
Commercial Interiors UK, along with supporters Design Insider, UK Department of Business and Trade and The Interiors Association Ireland, will continue to develop the format in response to participant feedback, with the aim of supporting the region’s growing design and commercial interiors ecosystem.
The team extends sincere thanks to everyone who joined us, exhibited, supported the report launch, or contributed to the community spirit that shaped the day.