MANILA, Philippines – After more than three decades, the Philippines is returning to High Point Market. This April 24–29, the DESIGNPhilippines banner will lead a 14-strong delegation of manufacturers who are participating in the market.
“This milestone signals a strong revival of our furnishing industry, reinforcing the Philippines’ strength in bespoke furniture while honoring the exceptional artisanal skill that continues to set our designers apart worldwide,” said Leah Pulido Ocampo, Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) executive director.
In an era of mass production, the Philippines is doubling down on its greatest competitive advantage: the human touch. Spanning 204 square meters of exhibition space, the Philippine pavilion at Interhall will feature a curated mix of heritage and contemporary innovation. The delegation will showcase what seasoned trend forecaster Patti Carpenter identifies as the country’s innate mastery of sustainable, upcycled materials—from salvaged river roots to intricate weavers’ remnants.
The roster of craftsmanship includes artisanal titans such as South Sea Veneer, world-renowned for its intricate hand-inlaid marquetry, as well as a powerhouse lineup featuring A. Garcia, Aerostone, Fifty One All Weather, Filipino Creazione and Mejore.
Joining these industry leaders are innovators like Lija by That One Piece, whose award-winning lighting showcases the marriage of abaca and rattan with modern design. The showcase is completed by HMT, Larone, Nature’s Legacy, Prizmic & Brill, TADECO Home, TN International and Weavemanila.
