A Global Gathering of Design Excellence
On November 29-30, 2024, the Annual Conference of the Italian Association of Professional Interior Designers (AIPi) took place in Rome. This prestigious event brought together over 200 prominent guests, including representatives from 12 major design associations across more than 10 countries. The event was a significant platform for thought leadership, collaboration, and innovation within the global interior design industry.
China International Furniture Fair (CIFF Guangzhou), a prominent figure on the global stage, was deeply involved in this landmark event. Representing CIFF Guangzhou, Ms. Crystal Deng, Vice General Manager of China Foreign Trade Guangzhou Exhibition Co., Ltd., delivered a keynote address, emphasizing CIFF’s pivotal role as a bridge connecting the global furniture industry and showcasing cutting-edge trends.
Get to Know AIPi Annual Conference (AGO24)
The Annual Conference, officially titled AGO24 (Assemblea Generale Ordinaria), is a flagship event organized by AIPi, one of the most influential interior design associations in Italy. It serves as a key platform for the exchange of ideas, showcasing of innovation, and exploration of new trends in interior design. Activities such as roundtable discussions, creative workshops, and networking sessions foster collaboration among industry leaders and inspire new possibilities for the future of design.
This year’s conference featured an impressive lineup of distinguished speakers, including:
? Antonio De Antonis, President of AIPi (Italian Association of Professional Interior Designers)
? Martin Thornblom, President of the European Council of Interior Architects (ECIA)
? Andoni Diaz Torres, President of the General Council of Official Associations of Interior Decorators and Designers of Spain (CGDI)
? Khalil Fourati, President of the Mediterranean Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (MEFIAD)
? Abdallah Gassara, President of the Tunisian Chamber of Interior Architects (CFAI)
? Emrah Kaymak, President of the Chamber of Interior Architects of Turkey (TMMOB) and former President and Board Member of the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI)
? Noel Dibo, President of the National Chamber of Interior Architects of C?te d’Ivoire (CNIAI)
? Nawfal El Kasri, President of the Moroccan Interior Designers Association (IDA)
? Anna Rita Fioroni, President of Confcommercio Professioni, the Italian Association of Commerce
? Adriano Montorfano, President of the Italian Home Textile Association (ANETA)
? Giuseppe Di Bucchianico, President of of EIDD – Design for All Europe
? Pete Kercher, Ambassador of EIDD – Design for All Europe
? Francesco Scullica, President of Interior Design and Space Research Programs at Politecnico di Milano
? Crystal Deng, Vice General Manager of China Foreign Trade Guangzhou Exhibition Co., Ltd.
? Representatives from organizations such as IFI, ANETA, and prominent universities such as Politecnico di Milano
CIFF’s Vision: Shaping the Future of Design
Ms. Deng’s keynote highlighted CIFF’s unparalleled
contribution to the furniture and design industry. As one of the world’s
leading comprehensive exhibition platforms for the furniture and furnishing
sector, CIFF Guangzhou plays a transformative role in fostering innovation and
driving global collaboration.
The 55th CIFF Guangzhou, scheduled for March 2025,
will focus on the theme “Powered by Design”, bringing together over
4,700 exhibitors and attracting more than 380,000 professional visitors from
nearly 200 countries and regions. With an emphasis on cutting-edge products,
technologies, and business models, CIFF Guangzhou aims to provide a continual
source of inspiration and a spring board for innovation for interior designers
around the globe.
Moreover, CIFF’s “Designers’ Community” initiative serves as a
year-round interactive platform that connects over 100,000 designers worldwide.
This ecosystem enables cross-cultural and cross-regional exchanges, furthering
CIFF’s commitment to fostering a global dialogue in furniture and design.
Showcasing China’s Innovation on the Global
Stage
During the conference, CIFF Guangzhou showcased
the achievements of its “Design Trend, Global
Trade, Full Supply Chain” strategy. Attendees were introduced to the
event’s innovative approaches to exhibition layout, design curation, activity
planning, and visitor engagement.
Looking back at 2024, CIFF Guangzhou achieved
record-breaking success in terms of exhibition scale, exhibitor participation,
and visitor numbers. As it looks ahead to the 55th edition in 2025, CIFF
Guangzhou aims to set new benchmarks by enhancing its focus on internationalization
and design excellence. With its robust ecosystem spanning the entire
industry value chain, CIFF Guangzhou remains committed to creating
opportunities for global collaboration and mutual growth.
Save the Date: March 2025
As the global journey of CIFF continues, the
upcoming 55th edition of CIFF Guangzhou promises to offer an even more precise,
professional, and innovative experience. With three core exhibitions – Home
Furniture, Office and Commercial Space, and CIFM/interzum guangzhou
– CIFF Guangzhou will unite the furniture and furnishing industry to explore
new opportunities and drive future growth.
Join us in March 2025 in Guangzhou as we celebrate
the power of design and innovation in shaping the future of the global furniture
and furnishing industry!
