CIFF 2026: The World’s Largest Furniture Fair Shapes the Future of Sustainable Living
- Symbix
- Sep 14
- 2 min read
Since its founding in 1998, the China International Furniture Fair (CIFF) has grown into the world’s largest furniture and home living exhibition, bringing together the full supply chain of the global furnishing industry. With events in Guangzhou every March and Shanghai every September, and the debut of CIFF Tianjin in 2024, the fair has become a cornerstone of design innovation, trade, and industrial collaboration.
Two Key Shows in Guangzhou
March 18–21, 2026: Home Furniture Exhibition
Featuring high-end design, whole-house customization, upholstery, home textiles, outdoor & leisure, and soft furnishings. CIFF is the ultimate one-stop sourcing platform, showcasing the industry’s shift toward green health, digital intelligence, and quality living.
March 28–31, 2026: Office & Commercial Space + CIFM/interzum guangzhou
Dedicated to office systems, public spaces, healthcare furniture, hotel solutions, and cutting-edge materials, machinery, and components. This edition explores the future of smart workplaces and commercial design trends.
Exhibition Scale
850,000 sqm exhibition space
4,900+ global brands
380,000+ professional visitors from 200+ countries
CIFF’s unique positioning: “Design Trend, Global Trade, Full Supply Chain”, reflects its mission: to drive global collaboration, promote sustainable solutions, and inspire creativity across architecture, interior design, product innovation, and material development.
Sustainability at the Core
CIFF is not just a trade fair; it is also a green exhibition pioneer. The 2026 brochure itself is printed on recycled paper, underscoring CIFF’s commitment to environmental responsibility. From circular design to intelligent manufacturing, CIFF empowers brands and professionals to rethink how design and industry can create a more sustainable future.
Beyond the Fair: The “3C” Communities
Design Community: for interior designers to connect, showcase, and collaborate.
Elite Community: engaging business leaders through forums and roadshows.
InterBiz Club: a global value platform connecting international traders, cross-border e-commerce, and design networks.
Why Attend?
CIFF 2026 is more than a fair: it’s a global ecosystem of design, trade, and sustainability. Whether you are a designer seeking new materials, a manufacturer exploring international markets, or a retailer sourcing innovative products, CIFF provides the network, inspiration, and opportunities to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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