2020/09/29 17:46:37
China Furniture Fair 2020: 10 Must-Attend Events
Source: https://www.ciff.furniture
Furniture plays a fundamental role in our lives. In the span of a day, we rely on it for comfort and the performance of various tasks. It is difficult to imagine how the world would cope without desks, couches, or beds.
Fairs and expos present the perfect opportunity for learning and discovery. China furniture fairs, in particular, bring together an incredible number of brands, experts, and industry stakeholders. Besides the wealth of knowledge you stand to gain, it is a chance to buy furniture from top-rated furniture brands.
Here are 10 furniture fairs you certainly do not want to miss out on.
Xi'an International Furniture Fair
When: September 17 - 20 September 2020
Where: Xi'an International Convention and Exhibition Center
Xi'an, Qujiang New District
For five days in the middle of September, the Xi'an Furniture Fair hosts over 1000 exhibitors and more than 400 brands. Shoppers get the chance to explore exhibition booths with so much to offer that they take up 50,000 square meters.
Luxury and top quality furniture brands are the pillars of this fair. There are display sections for home and office furniture as well as storage units such as closets and filing cabinets. The styles of home furniture comprise Chinese, Classical, and Ming-Qing antique designs made of solid wood or metal.
It is an ideal event for furniture distributors given that some of the best furniture manufacturers also attend this event.
China International Furniture Fair
When: September 7 - September 10, 2020
Where: China Import & Export Fair Pazhou Complex Guangzhou, China
When: March 2021
Where: National Exhibition & Convention Centre Shanghai, China
The China International Furniture Fair is held twice each year. In March it is hosted in Shanghai and later in September, it moves to Guangzhou. It attracts more than 1000 international and local top furniture brands who display merchandise spanning 400,000 square meters.
If you are looking to join the over 150,000 buyers that attend CIFF, you are in for a furniture treat. You will get to compare the latest trendy designs against modern and contemporary styles. Each of them is designated its own exhibition section. The types of furniture at this fair include:
- Sofas
- Beds and mattresses
- Kids furniture
- Office furniture
- Outdoor and patio
Aside from the furniture displays, there are also beneficial events at CIFF. You could check out the Design Dream Show that hosts about 100 of the best furniture brands. The Life Theme Pavillion is equally worth stopping by.
Furniture China
When: September 8 - September 12,2020
Where: Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Shanghai
The Furniture China expo has been held for 21 years so far and it happens annually in the month of September. On average, more than 1000 traders from over 160 countries exhibit their merchandise at this fair. They include furniture manufacturers as well as suppliers of decor and furniture-related raw materials.
In the furniture section, you can expect to find high-end indoor and outdoor home furniture in contemporary and classical styles. There are also exhibitors of office furniture and decor items like rugs and mirrors.
If you are keen on furniture import and export trading this is the event for you. You can build networks, showcase your brand, or shop conveniently from a list of top international vendors.
Design of Designers
When: September 9 - September 12, 2020
Where: Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center Shanghai, China
Design of Designers is an international expo that focuses on home furnishings, a variety of decor types, and textiles. It is a major event that attracts over 550 international exhibitors. Each specialty has a designated area but displays cumulatively cover about 70000 square meters.
The displays at this expo take on a more wholesome full house customization approach. Furniture is mostly presented in sets for different rooms such as a fully fitted living room or a bedroom set. There are also smart home solutions and office furniture exhibition stands.
The core premise of this expo is creativity. It does not just focus on displaying furniture but also on design ideas and living solutions. As such, it would be a gem of an opportunity for anyone that has an interest in home decor and design.
Home Furnishing Expo Shenzhen
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When: August 7- August 9, 2020
Where: Shenzhen International Convention & Exhibition Center, Shenzhen
The Home Furnishing Expo Shenzhen is also known as Hometex. It is a bi-annual event: the first edition happens in March followed by a second one in August. The expo's main focus is custom home furnishing. It attracts over 1000 local and foreign brands who exhibit 6 different furnishing collections including textiles and decor items.
Indoor home furniture for the living room, bedroom, and accent pieces are the mainstay of this event. They are designed in a very modern style with great emphasis on the use of quality fabric to enhance the look of furniture designs.
Nearly 240,000 professional buyers attend this expo to shop and learn. The International Home Furnishing Forum is a masterclass for furnishing where new concepts and ideas are exchanged. On the other hand, the National Furniture Fabric Trend Release is a show where the latest textile trends in the market are showcased.
Canton Fair
When: October 15 - October 24, 2020
Where: China Import & Export Fair Pazhou Complex Guangzhou, China
Every year, the Canton Fair is hosted in April and October. It is an import-export promoting event that brings together thousands of exhibitors. They are classified into 16 different categories of merchandise, one of which is furniture.
The furniture presentation is quite generous and diverse. For the home, there are outdoor and indoor home furniture collections including a kids' section. On the commercial front, restaurant, hotel, and office furniture are all available. In terms of style, modern and Chinese designs are prevalent.
Visiting the Canton Fair makes for a good opportunity to shop for just about everything all under one roof. Alternatively, if you would like to become an import-export merchant, there is no better place to learn more about opportunities in the sector.
International Famous Furniture Fair (Dongguan)
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When: August 18 - August 22, 2020
Where: Guangdong Modern International Exhibition Center Dongguan, China
Ordinarily, the International Famous Furniture Fair is held in March every year. However, due to Covid-19 challenges, the 2020 session was postponed to August. Normal scheduling is anticipated to resume in 2021 with the dates scheduled for the 16th-20th of March.
The types of furniture at this expo are for living rooms, bedrooms, kids, and storage. Best of all is the diversity of styles; they range from Chinese, Korean, American and Nordic designs, and many more.
Attending this fair also gives you access to other events held in conjunction with it. The 3F Design Fair, the Home Accents Fair, and the Custom-made Furnishings Fair all run concurrently. Further, there are many informative professional forums and promotions held for buyers and furniture dealers.
CAC Fair
When: October 21- October 27, 2020
Where: Nan Fung International Convention and Exhibition Center Guangzhou, China
The CAC Fair is a bi-annual expo that happens in April and October. More than 300 exhibitors attend this fair. The items showcased are mostly decor pieces as well as furniture.
In terms of furniture, you are likely to find good quality furniture brands of outdoor and garden furniture sets. They are made of bamboo and other durable weather-resistant materials. It, thus, makes this expo worth attending as not many other furniture exhibitions specialize in such materials.
Jinan Furniture Fair
When: August 15 - August 17, 2020
Where: Jinan International Convention & Exhibition Center Jinan, Shandong
The Jinan Furniture Fair is an annual event attended, on average, by 800 exhibitors and 12 million visitors. Over 100,000 of the attendees are professional buyers sourcing furniture for their clients.
You can look forward to high-end furniture brands in home and office furniture at this exhibition. The displayed units are mostly made of solid wood or mahogany which the surrounding region is known for.
Alongside the fair, there are innovative forums and new furniture launches that may interest you. There is also a discount area and promotions run by exhibitors that offer great bargains.
China International Housing and Furnishing Exposition
When: July 6 - July 9, 2020
Where: Ningbo International Convention & Exhibition Centre Ningbo, Zhejiang
The designated month for the China International Housing and Furnishing Exposition is April. It was held in July due to Coronavirus restrictions but is scheduled for the 9th-12th of April in 2021. More than 50,000 professional furniture dealers and visitors attend this annual fair.
In one of the 6 designated areas of this event, you will find a section dedicated to furniture. The indoor home furniture is featured in the majority of the exhibits.
This expo shines a light on the relation between architecture and home decor. It would thus be ideal not just for furniture buyers but also for real estate developers and architects.
Conclusion
One of the best ways to improve your craft or areas of interest is always to mingle with like-minded people. Attending fairs gives you a chance to do just that. Further, if you are in the furniture business, it provides a good chance to see what your competition is up to.
Suffice to say, these events are worth the trip.
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