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Furniture China 2025 Sets New Attendance Record at Its 30th Edition

Furniture China 2025: A Milestone Achievement

The 30th edition of Furniture China, held from September 10 to 13, 2025, at the SNIEC, marks a remarkable chapter in the history of the furniture industry. Organized by the China National Furniture Association and Shanghai Sinoexpo Informa Markets, this event brought together industry leaders, designers, and buyers under the resonating theme of "BEYOND NEXT". With a vibrant presentation of global design, innovation, and trade, this year’s Furniture China set new records and showcased the dynamic evolution within the industry.

Record-Breaking Attendance

In a display of its global significance, Furniture China recorded an unprecedented 163,527 total visits over five days, welcoming participants from 174 countries and regions. This significant turnout highlights the event's growing international recognition, with foreign visitors numbering 32,618—a substantial 13.9% increase compared to the previous year. This trend signals a heightened awareness and interest in the trends shaping the furniture and lifestyle sectors worldwide.

Redefining the Global Furniture Scene

The event hosted over 3,200 exhibitors across an expansive exhibition area of 350,000 square meters. It showcased a broad spectrum of products, from finished furniture to raw materials and smart manufacturing solutions. Noteworthy highlights included dedicated pavilions for outdoor and garden furniture, as well as premier displays like FMC China and FMC Premium, emphasizing sustainable and high-quality production. By fusing innovative design with robust supply chain solutions, Furniture China and Maison Shanghai have solidified their positions as central hubs in the global furniture and lifestyle market.

At the Maison Shanghai segment held at the SWEECC from September 9 to 12, the event focused on design-oriented brands, attracting a notable 47,077 visitors—a staggering 55.6% increase from the last edition. The H3 Design Highland Pavilion emerged as a significant draw, capturing the attention of industry leaders, media representatives, and buyers, creating new benchmarks for design-centered exhibitions.

Celebrating Design and Lifestyle

The Maison Shanghai showcased more than 800 design-centric brands distributed across four thematic zones, fostering creativity and innovation throughout the lifestyle sector. This year’s event promoted lifestyle design and cultural creativity, aided by over 100 forums and events that supported discussions on heritage, sustainability, and creativity. Notable platforms like the Gold Idea Design Award, CREDAWARD, and the Design of Designers (DOD) highlighted innovative approaches and cross-cultural exchanges within the industry.

Expanding Beyond Physical Exhibitions

In an effort to enhance connectivity beyond the physical exhibition space, the event introduced the DTS FurnitureChina app. This digital platform allows for year-round business activities through AI-driven matchmaking, vendor catalogs, and seamless networking, thereby revolutionizing how industry professionals connect and collaborate.

Looking Ahead

As the 30th anniversary celebration of Furniture China came to a close, organizers expressed gratitude towards all exhibitors, partners, and visitors for their contributions to this historic event. They eagerly anticipate welcoming the global community back to Shanghai Pudong in 2026, with plans to continue the legacy of innovation and excellence in the furniture and design sectors.