The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 10–12, 2026 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 10—12 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

The Healing Power of Nature – Inside Our Homes

Nature-inspired colors, materials and designs were seen at The Inspired Home Show® and are one of the biggest trends for home and housewares trends in 2025.

Passion for Pets Grows and Evolves

Explore how rising pet ownership trends are reshaping home life and retail, with insights from The Inspired Home Show 2025 and APPA.

The Joy Economy: In Search of Good Vibes at Home

It’s prime time for housewares retailers and suppliers to lean into products, marketing and merchandising that spark positive emotions and delight.

U.S. Hispanic Market Offers Growth Opportunities For Home and Housewares Industry

U.S. Hispanic Market Offers Growth Opportunities For Home and Housewares Industry

The U.S. Hispanic market represents a growing opportunity to increase home and housewares sales, but the best way to do this is to take the time to learn about these consumers, what they’re looking for, and the best ways to engage with them, said Roberto Ruiz, executive vice president, research, insights and analytics for Televisa/Univision, in a keynote address today at The Inspired Home Show 2024.

Consumers Seeking Stability, Balance and Creative Expression

Consumers Seeking Stability, Balance and Creative Expression

Consumers are looking to cope by creating stability and balance in their lives and creatively expressing their deeply held values and styles, said Anna Ward, consultancy innovation lead at TrendBible in a keynote session today at The Inspired Home Show 2024.

Inspiration Theater Programs Focus on Strategic Business Insights

Inspiration Theater Programs Focus on Strategic Business Insights

The direction of the tableware industry in 2024, an update on PFAS regulations in housewares, how The Lacey Act affects the housewares supply chain and why retailer replenishment systems don’t work are strategic business topics that will be discussed in the Inspiration Theater.