10 Nordic design highlights at 2026 Maison&Objet and Paris Déco Off

New year, new roster of design weeks to look forward to. Kicking off 2026 is the first edition of Paris’ flagship international design fair, Maison&Objet (the second instalment will take place in September during Paris Design Week), taking over the city’s Parc des Expositions from 15-19 January. This year’s theme for the fair is ‘Past Reveals Future’, honing in on furniture grounded in craftsmanship, with over 2,000 brands participating.

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Running in tandem with Maison&Objet is the Paris Déco Off (14-17 January), which sees over 150 textile houses debuting their latest collections in bustling showrooms across the city. Collectively, these events not only spotlight the best and brightest in the industry but also offer a snapshot of the current trends shaping the interiors sphere, setting the tone for the year ahead.

Naturally, Nordic brands have a strong presence at both Maison&Objet and the Déco Off – explore our curated round-up of the can’t-miss Scandinavian highlights below.

Nordic Knots, the Swedish company loved by fashion insiders and design enthusiasts alike, departs from the traditional showroom route for this year’s Déco Off. For its Scène d’Intérieur installation, designer Marie-Anne Derville has transformed a lofty Paris apartment originally designed by French icon Andrée Putman for Hôtel d’Hallwyll into a poetic study of “memory, privacy, and the inner life of a collector”.

Inspired by 20th-century collector greats such as Eileen Gray, Derville breathes new life into the space, presenting it as a lived-in home where vintage and contemporary design collide. Gently nodding to the past, the apartment is punctuated with Nordic Knots’ latest releases, including its ‘Grand’ rugs rendered in rich new hues of Emerald, Sakura, and Pecan, alongside the brand’s curtains, bedding, décor, and textile sketches, granting visitors a glimpse into its creative universe.

Showroom open by appointment only

Danish brand Kvadrat, renowned for its innovative textiles and buzzy collaborators including Raf Simons and Doshi Levien, is also taking part in the Déco Off, welcoming all interior aficionados in Paris to its showroom in the Quartier du Mail neighbourhood. There, the company unveils its newest ‘Loux’ rug series, a collection of six handwoven rugs crafted from 100 per cent lyocell and conceived for exceptional softness. Complete with subtly shimmering surfaces, the rugs explore luxury through tactile, plush texture and refined detailing, making them well worth a closer look during the week.

Where? 17 Rue du Mail, 75002 Paris

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Revered Swedish wallpaper company Boråstapeter has been crafting beautiful wall art since 1905. Now, Paris gets a taste of its striking designs as the brand hosts a showroom in the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighbourhood for the Déco Off. On display are some of the company’s most beloved wallpapers enveloped in delicate floral and nature-inspired motifs, as well as its newest launches featuring dynamic stripes in lush colour combinations.

​Where? 22 Rue de Seine, 75006 Paris

This year, for the very first time, acclaimed Danish glass artist and Vogue Scandinavia alum Helle Mardahl is bringing her candy-coloured creations to Maison&Objet. Expect a cheerful showcase of her eponymous brand’s most sought-after designs – including the signature ‘Bon Bon’ vessels, cocktail glasses, goblets, serving trays and other playful, sorbet-hued pieces that have earned Mardahl a cult following.

Where? Hall 1, Stand C90-D89

Danish brand 101 Copenhagen is occupying a new location at Maison&Objet, setting up its exhibition in the fair’s Signature Hall. The brand is marking this moment by revealing a fresh collection and exhibiting some of its most iconic designs, some reimagined for 2026. The new lineup features a range of furniture, lighting, tableware and décor, embracing 101 Copenhagen’s hallmark earthy hues and organic, sculptural shapes.

​Where? Signature Hall 2, Stand K39

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For the first Maison&Objet of 2026, Danish design company Umage showcases a curated edit of its coveted offerings, including newer releases and established favourites. At the stand, visitors can explore everything from coffee tables and chairs to lamps, all reflecting Umage’s signature blend of sleek minimalism and warmth. Highlights include the brand’s new wooden ‘Heiko’ chair inspired by Japanese aesthetics, and the popular ‘Asteria’ table lamps and pendants, recently launched in crisp glass finishes.

​Where? Hall 3, Stand E96

Spring will be here sooner than we think, and Danish brand Tine K Home provides plenty of outdoor furniture inspiration at Maison&Objet. Exhibiting its latest collection, ‘Seen’, the lineup centres on pared-back teak outdoor pieces from sofas and chairs to sunbeds, alongside a selection of indoor lighting, rugs and glassware. Described as “a tribute to the subtle traces of life,” ‘Seen’ celebrates the beauty of natural materials and their varied textures and forms, emphasising meticulous craftsmanship.

​Where? Hall 5A, Stand Q76

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Reflections Copenhagen is behind some of the Nordics’ most captivating, hand-cut crystal creations, and this season the brand treats Maison&Objet to its lustrous, technicolour designs. At the fair, Reflections Copenhagen unveils its latest collection, dubbed ‘Lucinda Luce – an ode to light and brilliance’, housing a range of iridescent crystal pieces, including console tables, tealight holders and decorative bowls, enlivened with a kaleidoscope of bold hues.

​Inspired by Italy's spirit, particularly the vibrant energy of Milan, the collection positions light as a statement in its own right. “It’s about the joy of seeing ordinary interiors transformed into extraordinary experiences,” explains owner and designer Andrea Larsson. “It draws from the radical visions of Ettore Sottsass, Gio Ponti, and others who dared to design with humour, edge, and emotion.”

​Where? Hall 1, Stand G40 - H39

A Finnish highlight at Maison&Objet is the heritage, family-owned weaving brand Lapuan Kankurit. With roots stretching back to 1917, the company has provided carefully crafted wool and linen textiles to Finnish homes for generations, and now brings its tradition to Paris. At Maison&Objet, Lapuan Kankurit introduces its new collection that embraces the stripe motif and its enduring connection with the beach and the sea.

​“The very first patterns on woven textiles were stripes. This realisation led us to incorporate a lot of stripes into our new collection, which naturally led our thoughts towards the sea and beach life,” says Elina Helenius, the head designer of Lapuan Kankurit. The natural-hued lineup harbours a bevvy of everyday essentials, from soft linen bath towels and kitchen towels to sauna covers.

​Where? Hall 6, Stand I54

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Swedish brand Olsson & Jensen also turns its focus to newness at Maison&Objet, presenting its spring/summer ‘26 lineup, ‘Luma Solea’. Centring around the vivid interplay between light, texture and colour, the collection comprises a range of whimsical yet elegant décor pieces swathed in saturated oranges, yellows, greens and reds. Think quirky, sculptural vases, graphic-patterned bowls, velvet cushions and printed tablecloths designed to add character into any space.

​Where? Hall 5A, Stand P116 - Q115