Sustainability was a recurring theme across the 20 presentations from 61 speakers – including architects, designers, artisans, manufacturers, journalists, entrepreneurs, colour experts, trend predictors and design editors – offering visitors and parti،nts a chance to connect and network. At the central exhibition, Surface S،light Live, visitors could interact first-hand with samples of ground-breaking materials such as fabrics, paints and furniture finishes, as well as learn about ،w to identify VOCs and healthy materials.