At the Heimtextil event in Frankfurt, 2025, Debbie McKeegan interviews Frank Maeder, President of NedGraphics and Optitex and discusses the importance of creativity, productivity, and sustainability in the home textile industry, particularly in interior decor and furnishings. They highlight the integration of artisan techniques with modern technology, emphasising the role of technology in enabling creatives to work efficiently. The conversation also touches on the significance of colour management, noting a trend towards neutral tones and the challenges in accurately reproducing these shades. The speakers agree that technology should alleviate industry pain points, allowing creatives to focus on their craft without technical hurdles.

At the Heimtextil event in Frankfurt, 2025, Debbie McKeegan interviews Frank Maeder, President of NedGraphics and Optitex and discusses the importance of creativity, productivity, and sustainability in the home textile industry, particularly in interior decor and furnishings. They highlight the integration of artisan techniques with modern technology, emphasising the role of technology in enabling creatives to work efficiently. The conversation also touches on the significance of colour management, noting a trend towards neutral tones and the challenges in accurately reproducing these shades. The speakers agree that technology should alleviate industry pain points, allowing creatives to focus on their craft without technical hurdles.

Kateryna Basiuk from Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts presented her bachelor work, "Silent Canvases," which involves creating upholstery for acoustic panels from recycled denim. The project, part of a research department initiative, uses knitting techniques inspired by acoustic camouflage in moth wings. The recycled denim yarn, sourced from properly serviced textiles, is used to weave fabrics that can be attached to acoustic panels without glue. This approach promotes circularity by integrating multiple materials into a single, easily recyclable product. Basiuk won a competition, Creative Visions: at Heimtextile 2025 for this innovative work.