More than an exhibition, Ambiente 2026 broadens its scope with the Academies—an educational and strategic space designed for those who work with, in, and for the design world. This cultural platform is divided into four thematic areas that explore the market shifts, retail needs, the evolution of hospitality, and new frontiers of interior design.
Designed as true hubs for professional development, the Academies offers meetings, talks, conferences, and curated visions as part of the fair’s program. They provide an occasion to pause, reflect, engage in dialogue, and gather valuable tools for understanding the present—and shaping the future.
Digital Academy: online content
The Digital Academy is an online format designed to engage the business community well beyond the days of the fair. Through a calendar of bimonthly appointments, it offers exclusive content, in-depth analysis, best practices, and practical tools to address the sector’s challenges. This resource was created for those who want to stay informed year-round, with a clear focus on innovation, distribution, and lifestyle.
Conzoom Solutions Academy: strategies for an evolving retail landscape
In a rapidly evolving landscape, the Conzoom Solutions Academy has established itself as a point of reference for the world of distribution and commerce. The conferences explore topics such as the impact of digitalization, sustainability at the point of sale, climate change, and positioning strategies for retailers and brands. The aim is to provide interpretive insights and practical solutions to enhance the purchase experience—even within an increasingly complex market.
Hospitality Academy: concepts and inspirations for the hospitality world
Curated in collaboration with Westwing, the Hospitality Academy is dedicated to those who design for the HoReCa sector, hotels, and public spaces. Through talks and installations, the focus is on new forms of hospitality, hybrid aesthetics, and concepts that bring together intimacy and performance. It is a laboratory of ideas for those working in contemporary hospitality sectors, with a special emphasis on the themes of wellness, experience, and visual identity.
Interior Design & Architecture Academy: materials, vision, and design
Designer of the Year Katty Schiebeck curates Ambiente 2026’s Interior Design & Architecture Academy. The Uruguayan architect and interior designer presents a carefully curated space in which visitors can explore the dialogue between materials, atmospheres, and sensory design.
This selection of objects from the Living and HoReCa areas forms a narrative around the theme of “hospitality and interior”, offering visitors a tangible example of an integrated vision that brings together function, aesthetics, and spatial storytelling.
