On the evening of 20th January at this year's JFS, the Social Studio and Champagne Bar hosted the exhibition’s Best Stand Awards and Happy Hour, recognising the creativity and innovation that goes into some of the most engaging displays on the show floor.
This year’s winners were: Hall 1 – himolla and Whitemeadow (joint winners); Hall 2 – Hill Interiors; Hall 4 – Image Furnishings; and Hall 5 – La-Z-Boy UK.
“From innovative design to stand-out presentation, these exhibitors truly raised the bar,” says Clarion Events. “With a show as beautiful as the January Furniture Show, being crowned a winner at the Best Stand Awards is quite an achievement! Congratulations to all our winners.”
Congratulations also go to runners-up Ashley Manor Upholstery, Hartman UK, Modl, Incanto Italia and TOV Furniture.
La-Z-Boy UK MD Tristan Pyke comments: “This was the team’s largest-ever stand, featuring 10 new models, open vignettes, real-life inspired room settings and distinctive brand assets. Our stand brought to life our ‘Long Live the Lazy’ ethos, showcasing new styles of furniture designed to inspire our retailers and offer consumers something new and different.”
Hall 4 winner Image Furnishings (together with the eye-catching Avriio and Sofa Source displays), states: “This achievement is a huge moment for us, and a testament to the dedication and creativity of our team who brought the vision to life.”
Meanwhile, Hall 1 joint winner himolla notes: “Winning the prize for the most beautiful stand in Hall 1 was an unexpected and wonderful extra. Our heartfelt thanks go to everyone who made this possible – the jury, the JFS team and especially our stand building team. A huge thank you to everyone!”
Whitemeadow concludes: “We love showing you our product at JFS in the best way possible. A lot goes into creating our space, and we’re so pleased to win this award! Big thanks to Stand Innovations for bringing our dream vision to life.”
The winners were presented with certificates by Zoë Bonser, portfolio director (retail division) at Clarion Events, and Paddy Wallace, head of sales for The Furniture Shows.
See the winners and their stands in March's Furniture News.
Pictured from left: Paddy Wallace; Markus Lutz, international sales director, himolla; Elyssia Kravaris, marketing manager, Whitemeadow; Dan Oscroft, sales and marketing director, Whitemeadow; and Zoë Bonser
