Sponsored by Decor + Design
Australia’s premier interior design trade event, Decor + Design, returns for its 22nd edition to the Melbourne Exhibition Centre from 15-to-17 July 2026, co-located with the third edition of the Green Design Show. Fresh new features are sure to excite interiors addicts, including an exclusive new Designer District and a Seminar Stage dressed by Roche Bobois!
More than 10,000 trade visitors are expected over the three days – residential and commercial interior designers, architects, large and independent retail chains, commercial buyers and design media. More than 200 exhibitors will be on show over three days at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, across indoor and outdoor furniture, lighting, textiles and art.
New! Designer District
A new feature set to delight visitors is the Designer District. Located near the Fresh Champagne Lounge, it will feature curated stands from sought-after Australian design houses including Maison Balzac, Darren Palmer, Tigger Hall and Kate Nixon.
Don’t miss the chance to meet some of your favourite designers in person and see their latest collections.
A star-studded FRESH! seminar series
The 2026 show will have the theme of FRESH!, reflecting the need for play, joy and optimism in a world facing many challenges. With vibrant colours and artwork inspired by Matisse and the South of France, it will inject a lively vibe into the Melbourne winter. The International Seminar Series & Green Design Seminar Series will also keep it fresh with a star-studded line-up supported by The Design Files and Green Magazine:
- Karen Walker [international keynote]: The New Zealand fashion and design powerhouse will share insights on Taking a Creative Vision Global.
- Darren Palmer: The Block star will headline Australian Style, sharing tips on adding luxury and value to residential projects.
- Greg Natale: The celebrated designer will present Layering Luxury, exploring his bold use of colour and pattern.
- Kerrie-Ann Jones: The super stylist will share tips on How to Get Published, in conversation with Lucy Feagins of The Design Files.
- Elizabeth Farrelly: The acclaimed architecture critic will explore the Future of Cities at the Green Design Seminar Series and the urgent need for resilient, climate-adapted urban landscapes.
Green Design Show 2026: Pioneering materials, design-led
The Green Design Show will be co-located at the entrance of Decor + Design and feature three pavilions designed in collaboration with top Melbourne A&D firms: Topology, Studio x Us, Up to Something and Green Sheep Collective.
It will transform into a collaborative reflection of the sustainable design industry, showcasing innovative recycled and regenerative materials available to the industry right now. It is supported by the Green Building Council of Australia, Circular Design Thinking, Green Magazine and Studio Spillane. Pavilion collaborators include XFrame, Hydrowood, Cultivated, E9 Design and Sustainable Living Fabrics.
Registration to the exhibition is free but limited to design trade professionals. Register now via this link.
An all-inclusive pass to 24 design sessions over three days at the International Seminar Series & Green Design Seminar Series is only $230 plus GST and can be purchased when registering. Day passes are also available.
Interiors Addict is proud to once again be a partner of Decor + Design.
