The 55th CIFF Guangzhou concluded on 31st March, reaffirming the event's position as one of the world’s foremost furniture exhibitions (and certainly the largest).
This edition set new records, achieving concurrent growth in exhibitor participation, visitor numbers and international engagement.
Spanning 850,000 sqm, the fair hosted over 4900 domestic and foreign exhibitors, a new record high, showcasing their latest innovations to a reported 363,825 professional visitors from 187 countries and regions.
Notably, the number of overseas attendees reached 56,794, marking a +10.91% YoY increase and setting a new benchmark for CIFF’s international presence.
"This exceptional success highlights CIFF Guangzhou’s pivotal role in stabilising foreign trade and boosting market demand, while also driving high-quality development, industrial optimisation and sustainable innovation within the furniture sector," states the fair's organiser.
Divided into two phases, CIFF Guangzhou 2025 again provided a comprehensive overview of the entire supply chain, featuring Home Furniture, Office & Commercial Space, and CIFM/interzum guangzhou.
Under the theme 'Navigation', the Home Furniture event showcased everything from creative home aesthetics and high-end interior decorations to intelligent sleep technology and refined outdoor living. "Reflecting a strong industry shift toward sustainability, smart home integration, and personalised design solutions, the trendsetting exhibition played an essential role in shaping the future of home environments," states the fair organiser.
CIFF Guangzhou further strengthened its reputation as a cultural and creative hub, featuring 12 curated design exhibitions and over 100 forums. Among the highlights were the Contemporary Design Fair, CD Awards, World Design Summit, China-Europe Summit of Interiors Designers Associations, and the China Asean Furniture Leadership Conference.
"This year’s edition was not just an event, but a catalyst for progress, setting the stage for a more connected, sustainable, and design-forward future," the organiser concludes. "Looking ahead to 2026, CIFF Guangzhou will continue to evolve, anticipating the needs of a rapidly changing market and redefining the possibilities of furniture and interior design. With new ideas, fresh collaborations, and groundbreaking solutions on the horizon, it remains a driving force in shaping the future of the industry."
The 57th CIFF Guangzhou will take place from 18th-21st and 28th-31st March 2026.
