On Going Fairs in October in China (Canton Fair) and USA(High Point Market)

The 138th Canton Fair is currently underway, and if you are interested in furniture and home furnishing products, you will find a wide array of options in the second phase of the event .

For your convenience, here is a summary of the schedule and product focus for the different phases.

A Guide for Your Visit

To make the most of your visit to the Canton Fair, here is some practical information:

• Venue: The fair is held at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou .

• Pre-registration: Overseas buyers are encouraged to pre-register in advance through the Canton Fair official website or its mobile app. This can improve your attendance efficiency and may offer benefits like exclusive Fair information .

• Scale and Quality: This session sets a new record with over 32,000 participating enterprises, highlighting its role as a premier global sourcing hub . The second phase is known for its "Quality Home" theme, featuring extensive exhibits to meet diverse global sourcing needs .

The High Point Furniture Fair, officially known as the High Point Market (HPMKT), is a premier global event for the furniture and home furnishings industry. Here is a summary of its key aspects for your quick reference:

Furniture Styles and Trends

The High Point Market is a key venue for spotting new trends and a wide array of furniture styles. The product range is extensive, covering everything from bedroom and office furniture to kitchen, bathroom, outdoor, and children's furniture, as well as home textiles, lighting, and decorative crafts .

Based on past exhibitions, recent trends have highlighted a blend of comfort, personalization, and natural elements :

• Curved Designs: Softer, organic forms with rounded edges are becoming increasingly popular, replacing sharp angles to create more fluid and harmonious shapes in sofas, chairs, and tables .

• Natural and Woven Elements: There is a strong emphasis on sustainability, with natural fibers like rattan and wicker being used not just as accents but as the primary material for entire pieces of furniture and lighting .

• Bold Expressions: Designers are embracing maximalism through two key channels:

• Vibrant Colors: Use of deep greens, bright yellows, and energetic oranges to inject personality and vitality into spaces .

• Daring Patterns: Revival of large, retro-inspired botanical and floral patterns, often infused with global folk art influences .

• Textural Details: Tactile surfaces are key, including ribbed and fluted details on woodwork and the use of nubby, "granular" yarns in textiles to add depth and a handcrafted feel .

Why It's a Leading Global Fair

The High Point Market is more than just a large trade show; it holds a prestigious position in the industry. It is consistently ranked as one of the top three furniture expos in the world, alongside events in Cologne and Milan . A notable feature is its vast permanent showroom space, which is reported to be as large as 1150 to 1220 million square feet across over 180 buildings, allowing for a massive and permanent display of products . The event attracts the industry's most important players, with nearly all of the world's top 25 furniture manufacturers exhibiting .

A Quick Guide for Visitors

If you are planning to attend, here is some practical information:

• Registration: It is a trade-only event. You should register in advance as a professional buyer on the official High Point Market website .

• Ticket: An event pass can cost around $1000 .

• Planning: Given the massive scale, it is highly recommended to plan your visit in advance. Review the exhibitor list and floor maps to make the most of your time.