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PH International Furniture Show 2025 to be staged back-to-back with Interior & Design Manila's 'Neue Waves'

Published Mar 5, 2025 01:29 am

Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Philippine International Furniture Show (PIFS) and Interior & Design Manila (IDM) taking place from March 6 to 8, 2025, at the SMX Convention Center Manila as a momentous event for the furniture and design industry.

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Attendees can expect a stunning array of premium items, including exquisite furniture, elegant lighting solutions, and sophisticated home décor.

This year’s theme, "Philippines: An Archipelago of Design," perfectly encapsulates the rich cultural tapestry and artistic prowess of Filipino craftsmanship, showcasing a seamless blend of timeless classics and contemporary designs. With hundreds of bespoke pieces on display, attendees will truly appreciate the intricate details that define Philippine designs of both modern and traditional aesthetics.

“By showcasing the exceptional talents of our local interior designers, furniture makers, and craftsmen, we celebrate and acknowledge the significant contributions made in the industrial design sector. Indeed, their creations are a testament to their relentless pursuit of merging functionality and beauty in an ever-evolving global landscape,” no less than President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. said in a dedicated message.

This event marks a pivotal moment for the Philippine furniture industry, aiming to attract international buyers and elevate the country's status in the global design arena.

As the “Milan of Asia,” the Philippines will shine as a vibrant market filled with unique and high-quality offerings, emphasizing sustainable materials and innovative techniques from its diverse islands.

Expect to engage in a dynamic platform where emerging talents and established designers are eager to discover pieces that blend tradition with modernity.

The event will also host remarkable activations aligned with the theme, including a mesmerizing art installation by the talented Leeroy New, a pavilion designed by renowned architect Anton Mendoza, and more notable names to discover at the exhibition. Don’t miss the insightful seminar hosted by the Italian Chamber of Commerce in the Philippines and the MICE Industry Forum, which would deepen your understanding of design spaces.

Adding to the excitement, the event will honor innovative creators through the Designer Awards, a Design Talk focused on diversity in Filipino craftsmanship and regional designs, and a Design Competition hailed as “MVMT,” short for “movement,” as motivated by the idea of the Movement 8 collective of breakthrough Filipino designers; a contemporary response to producing more designer creatives.

To access the event and its activities, pre-register for free here: https://pifs.ph/registration. Expo pre-registration ends on March 4. The walk-in visitor fee is P300.

Follow us on Facebook to get the latest updates! For more details, visit www.pifs.ph or www.interioranddesignmanila.com, or reach out via email at [email protected] or [email protected].

The Philippine International Furniture Show is organized by Next One Now in collaboration with the Chamber of Furniture Industries of the Philippines (CFIP), Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation (CFIF), and Pampanga Furniture Industries Foundation (PFIF), and managed by Global-Link MP Events International Inc. In parallel, Interior & Design Manila is also organized by Global-Link MP, featuring creative direction from the Philippine Institute of Interior Designers (PIID). This event supports the programs and beneficiaries of the Ayala Foundation, Inc.

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