The Show Blog
Whatโs New, Next and Moving The Market
IHA’s 33rd Annual Student Design Competition Spotlights Next Generation of Product Designers
Six innovative student-designed products that enhance wellness, sustainability and convenience in the home earned top honors.
Free Event! Mix, Mingle and Network After Dark at the Show
Join us to enjoy drinks, hors dโoeuvres, games and an electrifying live performance by Chicagoโs premier cover band, 7th heaven!
IHA Announces Finalists for 2026 Global Innovation Awards for Excellence in Product Design
IHA revealed 60 new products have been selected as finalists for the 2026 IHA Global Innovation Awards (gia) for Excellence in Product Design.
Essential Keynotes for 2026: Gain a Competitive Edge
Industry expert Keynote speakers at The Inspired Home Show will share comprehensive insights into consumer trends and more.
2026 gia Global Honorees for Retail Excellence Announced
The Inspired Home Show and IHA announced the 2026 gia Global Honorees for Retail Excellence.
Free Lunch! A Tasty Perk for Buyers at the Show
Buyers can enjoy complimentary lunches during The Inspired Home Show! Each buyer is entitled to one free lunch per Show day.
Using Color to Inject Freshness and Joy
Pantoneโs Lee Eiseman explains why bold, unexpected color feels so right for todayโs homesโand todayโs consumers.
Comfort and Connection Fueling At-Home Game Nights
As consumers continue their quest for comfort and connection, and also low-cost entertainment and nostalgia, interest in at-home game nights is surging.
In The News
The Inspired Home Show attracts a wide variety of top-tier consumer, trade, internet and social media professionals each year. Whether youโre an exhibitor, buyer or media professional, check out a sample of recent coverage to see how forward-thinkers are making headlines at the Show โ and how you can be part of it all next year.
