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Wall Treat
Freeman turned the humble trade show wall into a multitasking superstar with its new lighted fabric wall collection that includes 12 pre-designed panels that do so much more than just stand there. High-efficiency LEDs light up the graphics, aluminum frames keep things sturdy and recyclable, and the fabric is reusable, which makes it guilt-free for those leaning into sustainability. Setup is quick and surprisingly sleek, minimizing labor costs and stress. Pre-certified for use in all 50 states, the walls spare organizers from regulatory panic and integrate seamlessly with existing booth systems. All this results in a bright solution for exhibitors who want to shine without turning logistics into a horror show. Because in a market where every inch of space counts, a wall that illuminates both your brand and your planning efficiency is a welcome innovation for any exhibitor. It's form, function, and foresight in one brilliant display system. Contact: Freeman; Dallas, TX; 800-508-5054; freeman.com
Pixel Perfect Partnership
Aluvision has teamed up with Ice 9 Productions to bring its Hi-LED pro P1.5 tile to the U.S. and to the attention of designers who care about more than just pixels per inch. The new 1.5-millimeter display delivers fine-detail visuals with reduced heat output and energy use, all housed in a lighter chassis built for faster setup and teardown. Fully compatible with Aluvision's modular frames and mix-friendly with other systems, the tile gives exhibit builders flexibility without the usual headaches. Ice 9 will showcase the system through live activations that put its clarity and color consistency to the test and, judging by early demos, the view's pretty impressive. Contact: Aluvision Inc.; Atlanta, GA; 470-252-3500; aluvision.com
Magic Carpets
Trade show floors just got a glow-up. Enhance A Colour is now printing the U.S.'s first fully digitally created carpets, turning any digital design into a floor that stops attendees in their tracks. The system handles panels up to 10 feet wide by 75 feet long, with seamless joins for larger runs. Multicolor industrial inks, combined with steam and heatset tech, lock colors into fibers for visuals that not only pop, but last. With multiple weights and backing options, it can print carpet ready for any spot where you need impact underfoot. High DPI means artwork reproduces with remarkable fidelity, and fast production makes turnaround times shrink from months to weeks. The machine unlocks almost unlimited creative possibilities by letting designers and exhibitors translate bold ideas into eye-catching carpets. For floors that need to do more than just hold a booth together, this system makes the space as memorable as what's on it. Contact: Enhance A Colour; Danbury, CT; 800-894-0264; eacgs.com

Editorial
The Heart of Innovation
Trade shows and events are about ideas. About hallway conversations that advance innovation.
Exhibitor Q & A
Low-Tech Sustainability
What are some ways to make our booth sustainable, functional, and beautiful without adding complexity or cost?
Ask Dan
Emotional IQ
I'm hiring some new staff. How can I ensure I choose people with high emotional intelligence?
Advertorial
Smart Design with Staying Power
Strong Partnerships on the Show Floor
Exhibiting 101
2025 in Ten Lessons
Here are the lessons I'm taking into 2026, with a few insights worth stealing.
Fuel
Ideas That Work
Live Product Demos, Simple Signs, an Eras Tour, and More
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New Tools
Three Can't-Miss Product Launches
Quiz
Get Your Ship Together
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Fixing Snafus
Off the Rails
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Advertorial
More Than A Game
The Randy provides a powerful opportunity to pause, reflect, and support each other.
International
Certainty Is a Luxury, Uncertainty Our Greatest Strength
The exhibitions industry has always thrived under uncertainty
Archive
Wild Rides
1951: Kaiser-Frazer Corp. debuted four special-edition vehicles at the Chicago Auto Show
Research
The High Price of Uncertainty
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Photo Gallery
A Dessert Island
The exhibit was awash in the company's brand colors of its salty snacks and sweetened confections
Insight
Coping for Well-Being
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Exhibit Design Awards
EXHIBITOR Magazine's 39th Annual Exhibit Design Awards
Honoring the best trade show exhibit designs in the world.
Exhibit Design Awards
Full Circle
The German Expo Pavilion takes home the EDGE Award
Exhibit Design Awards
Quiet Riot
Amid all the flashing graphics, Artfreak chose an environment defined by restraint, balance, and quiet magnetism
Exhibit Design Awards
Built to Inspire
Designed by Atelier Damboeck Messebau GmbH, the double-deck structure at Expo Real 2024 was a study in modern modularity
Exhibit Design Awards
Remedial Studies
Inspired by an old-fashioned shop, Derse created an unforgettable brand experience
Exhibit Design Awards
Unfinished Business
For this self-promotional exhibit, the Artfreak team created a booth that looked intentionally unfinished
Exhibit Design Awards
The Language of Change
The exhibit was a 50-by-60-foot sculptural metaphor for transformation that jurors called 'evolutionary.'
Exhibit Design Awards
Built to Last
At first glance, Isocell GmbH & Co. KG's exhibit at Bau 2025 looked effortlessly simple
Exhibit Design Awards
Inner Beauty
The exhibit's transparent surfaces, soft textures, and organic curves balanced sustainability and luxury
Exhibit Design Awards
Back to the Future
The idea was to take visitors on a journey connecting the familiarity of the past with the promise of the future
Exhibit Design Awards
Above the Fold Design
Constructed of a reusable accordion-fold paper system, the booth offered sustainability and restraint
Exhibit Design Awards
Upstairs Downstairs
Dar Wa Emaar created a double-deck exhibit that stylishly mirrored the property developer's strategic evolution
Exhibit Design Awards
A Beautiful Mine
Visitors entering the 2,800-square-foot space found themselves dwarfed by an imposing wall reaching 21.5 feet
Exhibit Design Awards
Oasis of Zen
A zen garden designed by Hamilton Exhibits LLC subtly promoted a new pet medicine developed by Elanco Animal Health
Exhibit Design Awards
The Art of Subtraction
In a bustling sea of elaborate designs, Deckel & Moneypenny Inc. took an unexpected route: quiet restraint
Exhibit Design Awards
Branding Beast
With an edgy design meant to reflect its raw, unapologetic ethos, Monster Energy's exhibit echoed the company's brand
Exhibit Design Awards
EDA Honorable Mentions
Here are this year's Exhibit Design Awards Honorable Mentions.
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