(India) – Design Mumbai has concluded its second edition at Jio World Garden, 26-29 November 2025, reporting higher visitor numbers, strong exhibitor engagement and continued interest in its design features and talks programme. The 2026 edition has been confirmed for 25-28 November.

The Design Mumbai Exchange talks returned with 14 sessions curated by Caro Communications, featuring designers, architects and industry specialists. They explored material innovation and colour – such as Chris Lefteri’s discussion on alternative materials and a panel on colour theory featuring Juan Gerstl and Ajay Shah – drew significant interest from lighting and interiors professionals.

This year’s design features included Gerstl’s colourful entrance installation Journey Through India, Lucas Muñoz Muñoz’s Ex-Hotel for THE Park Hotels, and Materials! Do Touch! by Lefteri. The Object Edit, curated by Kamna Malik, showcased designers working with strong material narratives, including several focused-on lighting.

Two connected pavilions hosted the fair’s curated brand presentations, alongside food pop-ups from Soho House Mumbai, Solaire and Burma Burma. Exhibitors included global names such as Baccarat, Hästens, Poltrona Frau, String and Natuzzi, as well as Indian studios including Sarvatva, Phantom Hands, Fazo Project, Racconti and Emanate.

Commenting on Design Mumbai’s second edition, co-founder Ian Rudge says: “This year, we have solidified Design Mumbai as a mainstay of the international design events calendar. It has been a huge thrill to see yet more major international brands on board, as well as global friends of the show that we’re pleased to welcome back. The calibre of talent amongst the Indian exhibitors is breathtaking, and we are so pleased to hear of the many opportunities coming their way on the back of our show.”

Further information and exhibitor registration for 2026 are available at www.designmumbai.com