14 local manufacturers and exporters under the DESIGNPhilippines banner successfully secured $3.7 million in initial orders and ongoing business negotiations.<\/p>\n
HIGH POINT, NORTH CAROLINA<\/b>\u00a0\u2014 Inside the massive 11.5-million-square-foot venues
\nof the High Point Market\u2014often considered the “Fashion Week” of the
\nhome furnishings industry\u2014the Philippine delegation made a memorable impression
\nthis spring. Returning to the premier global trade show, 14 local manufacturers
\nand exporters under the DESIGNPhilippines banner successfully secured $3.7
\nmillion in initial orders and ongoing business negotiations.<\/p>\n
The Philippine pavilion stood out
\nby showcasing innovative home products made from sustainable, native materials
\nsuch as raffia, abaca, and pi\u00f1a fiber. The display signaled a strong comeback
\nfor the country, positioning Filipino makers not just as traditional
\ncraftspeople but as modern leaders in design innovation.<\/p>\n
For the Center for International
\nTrade Expositions and Missions (CITEM), the strategic timing of the mission was
\nessential to tapping into High Point\u2019s massive economic reach, which generates
\nan estimated $6.7 billion annually. CITEM Executive Director Leah Pulido Ocampo
\nemphasized the impact of the showcase, noting, \u201cThis comeback proves the
\nworld-class artistry and craftsmanship that continues to see high global
\ndemand.\u201d<\/p>\n
International buyers and guests at the Philippine Pavilion<\/i><\/p>\n
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The international design community
\nquickly took notice, with several Philippine products earning major industry
\naccolades. The Turtle Love Seat<\/i>\u00a0by Fifty One All Weather was
\nselected by industry veteran Rhobin Dela Cruz for the market\u2019s influential
\nStyle Spotters Program, which identifies the event’s top trendsetting products.
\nConcurrently, the FolioLux Collection<\/i>\u00a0by That One Piece was named
\nan Editor\u2019s Pick by the leading trade publication Home Accents Today<\/i>.<\/p>\n
Prominent design media also
\nfeatured the delegation’s work. Business of Home<\/i>\u00a0highlighted A.
\nGarcia Crafts\u2019 Pamela Wire Chair<\/i>\u00a0and Southsea Veneer\u2019s Frente<\/i>\u00a0side
\ntable in its Spring 2026 Designer\u2019s Guide to High Point Market<\/i>.
\nMeanwhile, industry authority Furniture Today<\/i>\u00a0singled out
\nAerostone\u2019s Estrella Dining Table<\/i>, alongside the Turtle<\/i>\u00a0and Pamela<\/i>\u00a0chairs,
\nas standout pieces to watch.<\/p>\n
Beyond finished furniture, the
\npavilion\u2019s display of raw Philippine components, material coverings, and custom
\nfittings drew heavy foot traffic. Global buyers and designers spent time
\nexamining the material quality and technical execution, validating the
\ncountry’s competitive edge in manufacturing. This high engagement attracted
\nprominent international brands and retailers, including Clive Daniel Home, Made
\nGoods, Palecek, The Phillips Collection, and Urban Outfitters.<\/p>\n
\nThe 14-strong Philippine delegation at High Point Market 2026<\/i><\/p>\n
For those unable to attend the
\nNorth Carolina event, a curated selection of these award-winning pieces is
\ncurrently on display at the Likhang Filipino Window Display<\/b>\u00a0at The
\nPhilippine Center (556 5th Ave, New York), running through September 2026.<\/p>\n
To experience the full breadth of
\nPhilippine design firsthand, CITEM is also organizing Manila FAME<\/b>, the
\ncountry\u2019s premier home, fashion, and lifestyle trade show. The event is
\nscheduled to take place at the World Trade Center Metro Manila from October
\n15\u201317, 2026.<\/p>\n
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