The Excellence in Furniture Awards return in 2027 after a sold-out inaugural event, and will see the industry again gather to spotlight innovation, design and exceptional talent across the sector.
Due to high levels of interest, organiser The Furniture Shows has extended the entry deadline of the upcoming edition to Wednesday 21st October (6pm BST).
"If you thought you'd missed your chance, this is your opportunity to get your entry in," says The Furniture Shows.
The Excellence in Furniture Awards, delivered by the January Furniture Show, will be held on the evening of Monday 25th January in Concourse Rooms 1 & 2 at the NEC Birmingham. There, inspiring furniture professionals will take centre stage alongside a soon-to-be-announced celebrity host, for a glamorous evening that is set to welcome 350 brands, retailers, manufacturers, suppliers and service providers for "an unforgettable night of recognition and celebration".
The categories are: Best of British; Best Marketing Campaign; Design Innovation; Global Player; Independent Retailer of the Year; Lifetime Achievement; Retailer of the Year; Rising Star (new category); Superior Service; Sustainability Champion; and Woman in Furniture.
This year's winners included Whitemeadow, Bensons for Beds, Arighi Bianci, Wiemann, Loom Loft Furniture & Interiors, Castelan, Sci-Net Business Solutions and Shire Beds' Fara Butt.
"With 10 award categories, free entry and the chance to gain valuable recognition across the furniture industry, there's every reason to put yourself, your team or your business forward," states the awards' organiser. "Don't leave it until the last minute again. Take advantage of the extension and submit your entry today!"
