(Manila, Philippines – January 14, 2026) — DESIGNPhilippines is set to make a strong return to Europe’s design scene, participating in Maison&Objet in Paris from January 15 to 19 and Ambiente in Frankfurt from February 6 to 10, 2026. The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions’ (CITEM) banner program will showcase the creativity, craftsmanship, and sustainability of Filipino design on these global stages.
At Maison&Objet, the theme “Past Reveals Future” underscores how heritage informs contemporary design—an ethos echoed in the Artipelago III showcase. Featuring 14 homegrown brands working with natural materials like rattan, bamboo, abaca, stone, and indigenous weaves, the collection spans furniture, home décor, and lighting. Each piece reflects close collaboration with artisan communities, highlighting the Philippines’ rich cultural tapestry. Participating exhibitors include 51 All Weather, Aerostone, Beatriz Accessories, Bon Ace, Calfurn, CSM, Finali, Galerie D’Antoine, Mele + Marie, Nature’s Legacy, Prizmic & Brill, Schema, Moodism, Tahanan, and WeaveManila.
In Frankfurt, DESIGNPhilippines will take part in Ambiente 2026, a leading consumer goods trade fair exploring dining, living, and gifting trends. The showcase will feature individual exhibitors, group participants, and a partner province to demonstrate the depth of Philippine craftsmanship. Exhibitors include 33 Point 3 Exports, Inc., Aerostone, Albertina, Arte Cebuana, Calfurn, Coast Pacific, Conway Designs Inc., CSM Philippines, Dela Cruz House of Piña, Freden, Green Inc., Jireh Forge, Klassy Collections, L’Auras, Nature’s Legacy, Orient Meadow, Robles Heritage, Studiomoodism, TADECO Home, Lija by That One Piece Enterprise, Weavemanila Inc., and Zarate Manila. Group participants include Cocotech/Juboken, FGM Merchandising, Fulgosino Enterprise, Natural Carpet Industries, RCB Crafts and Designs, and Shelmed Cottage Treasure, alongside the Mindanao Trade Expo Foundation, Inc. (MTEFI) and the Bicol region.
CITEM sees these fairs not only as an export initiative but also as an opportunity to highlight Filipino skills, local materials, and sustainable production practices. “With the great reception from 2025’s European trade shows, the coming year is promising for Filipino products to shine once again in Maison&Objet and Ambiente,” said CITEM Executive Director Leah Pulido Ocampo. She added that these efforts strengthen DESIGNPhilippines as a leading source of contemporary home and lifestyle products rooted in material innovation and cultural craft.
