The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show

March 2–4, 2025 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

The World’s Leading Home + Housewares Show
March 2—4 | McCormick Place | Chicago, IL

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Recent News from The Inspired Home Show!

Non-Traditional Registries Gaining Traction

Drive traffic to your store with registries—especially with new, non-traditional-registries that are growing in popularity for celebrating life events.

Promoting Freedom All Year Long

Retailers looking to connect with consumers are wise to incorporate themes involving freedom and choice, and promoting how they offer flexibility.

Make Room for Food Storage

Suppliers have taken this opportunity to get creative with portable food storage options, which is a good area to emphasize in marketing and merchandising.

Announcing the 2023 gia Finalists for Product Design

Announcing the 2023 gia Finalists for Product Design

The 70 finalists in the IHA Global Innovations Awards (gia) for product design have been announced by the International Housewares Association. Global honorees in each of 14 categories will be announced in during the invitation-only gia dinner Saturday, March 4 during The Inspired Home Show 2023.

Announcing the 2023 gia Student Design Winners & Honorees!

Announcing the 2023 gia Student Design Winners & Honorees!

Katherine Gaylord, a junior at University of Notre Dame, captured first place and $3,500 for Stack, a breast pump drying rack for the breast pump pieces. It helps nursing mothers who pump at work or in public restrooms to safely, easily and discreetly wash, dry and store breast pump equipment.

Solving Consumer Problems with Smart Home

Solving Consumer Problems with Smart Home

Consumers are still spending money on smart home, but it’s not enough for a device to simply have an app or additional technology. These days, people are looking for smart products that solve problems and make their home lives happier, healthier and easier.

Mixing It Up with Specialty Drinks

Mixing It Up with Specialty Drinks

The mixology trend isn’t reserved for alcoholic drinks only. Consumer focus on wellness has caused many people to look for non-alcoholic options.

Feeling Good More Important Than Looking Good

Feeling Good More Important Than Looking Good

Whether it’s all those holiday indulgences or the fresh start of a new year, people always seem to focus on wellness in January. This year, that focus is even more significant as many consumers are making their health a major priority throughout the year. Within the wellness spectrum, consumers are also paying more attention to mental and emotional health.