World-class Furniture Show Backed by Expertise and Creativity

2008/10/08 | By

The Hong Kong International Furniture Fair (HKIFF) is a premier furniture trade fair presenting complete sourcing solutions of good quality, design-focused products and brand name furniture from all over the world.

At a Glance

Hong Kong International Furniture Fair
Date	Oct. 28-31, 2008
Venue	AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong
Admission	Oct. 28-30: Trade visitors aged 18-or-older only Oct. 31: Open to trade and public
Website	www.hkfurniturefair.com
Contact	Hong Kong Trade Development Council Tel: (852) 2584 4333 Fax: (852) 2824 0026 Email: exhibitions@tdc.org.hk

Last year, the fair hosted 172 exhibitors from 19 countries, with over 8,100 trade visitors from 112 countries coming to source a broad range of upmarket furniture. This year, buyers can meet suppliers from many parts of the world, including B & Y Co. Limited and Kingsford (Hong Kong) Limited from Hong Kong; Rainbow from Australia; Brema Marketing GmbH & Co. KG from Germany; Otsuka Furniture Ms Co., Ltd from Japan; Safretti B.V. from Netherlands and WT-Woodtrade Pte Ltd from Singapore.

Conveniently Organized

Realizing buyers prioritize efficiency, HKIFF organizers are displaying products in thematic groups:

* Classic furniture

* Designer furniture

* Ethnic furniture

* Furniture for contract business

* Indoor furniture

* Office furniture

* Outdoor furniture

* Parts and accessories for furniture

* Smart home/smart office solutions

Crowds of buyers and visitors ready to enter the fairground during the 2007 edition of the show.

Special Highlights

IGLOO - acronym for Inspirational, Glamorous, Lively, Original, Outstanding, is the premium section in which international exhibitors display contemporary designs, distinguished by exquisite style and superior craftsmanship. In the last two events, this section featured companies from Austria, France, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, the UK and the US, and was appreciated by buyers looking for cutting-edge innovative and stylish furniture.

Another highlight is the Classic Furniture Zone, which features antique and reproductions modeled after classic styles from the East and the West.

One more special highlight is the Office Furniture, which shows the finest in stylish and functional office items.

IFHK Pavilion makes a welcome return after excellent buyer response to its debut last year, with the pavilion occupying an expanded area and IFHK members offering a wider range of design-focused products. Plus buyers can attend seminars to be updated with insights into different aspects of the furniture industry.

A supporting organization in 2007, the International Furniture & Decoration (Hong Kong) Association (IFHK) has moved up to co-organizer this year.

Concurrent Events

The HKIFF also offers versatility and added-convenience by being scheduled the same time as two other related trade fairs held nearby:

* HKTDC Hong Kong International Lighting Fair

(Oct. 27-30, 2008, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre)

* Hong Kong International Building and Decoration Materials & Hardware Fair (Oct. 28-31, 2008, AsiaWorld-Expo)

Seasoned Operators

The fair organizers, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and Kenfair International Limited, are well-known globally for running highly effective trade events, thus ensuring the Hong Kong International Furniture Fair to continue building on its reputation as a quality international event.

Buyers show keen interest in CENS Furniture magazine published by the Taipei-based China Economic News Service (CENS).

Convenient Amenities

The HKIFF is also a world-class event for offering a full range of services and facilities that make business a pleasure.

Room-for-Everyone: Regardless of budget, a Hong Kong hotel can be found to suit any visitor.

Free Shuttle: Participants of the fair can travel on free shuttle buses between AsiaWorld-Expo, major hotels and shopping centres in Kowloon and Hong Kong.

Courtesy Email: A free email center on the fairground is available to all exhibitors and visitors.

Buyers' Dragon Lounge: A comfortable lounge, set aside especially for VIP buyers, is equipped with Internet access and offers complimentary snacks and beverages.

Prayer Room: Especially for Muslim visitors during the fair.

Don't miss out on this highly popular trade event. Register online for the Hong Kong International Furniture Fair 2008 at www.hkfurniturefair.com before Oct. 6, 2008 to avoid disappointment and receive your free badge by mail.