JOIN USThe first-ever International Furniture and Home Decor Fair concluded yesterday. Held at Gurugram, the four-day fair that started on August 12 showcased a wide range of designer furniture, carpets, lamp shades, fancy lights, modular kitchen, office furniture and other decorative items. However, the main focus of the event was on wooden furniture.
Covering an area of 2,700 sqm, the event saw participation of more than 42 companies from Indian states like Rajasthan, Kerela and Uttar Pradesh and from countries like Sri Lanka, Russia, Italy, Egypt, Myanmaar, Thailand, South Africa.
Delhi-based entrepreneur Saroj Mehta, who visited the fair to buy furniture for her office, says, “I was in search of some a fresh and unique look for my newly-constructed office. And I was quite impressed by the collection. There were so many Indian and imported options under one roof. I especially loved Indonesia’s national pavilion which had the most vibrant pieces.”
“We aim to introduce the style and charm of international home décor to the people of India. It is a platform for domestic manufacturers to be at par with the new technology of production, design and perfection through an eco-friendly manufacturing,” says Anil Mehta, chairman, ANM Exhibitions, organiser of the show. ANM Exhibitions has been organising international exhibitions in countries like South Africa, Holland, Belarus, Armenia, Georgia, Myanmar and other CIS countries including Russia.
He adds, “We had been trying to organise this fair since long. But as this kind of event is a collective event, it took us a little long to execute. The response we have got is amazing. Due to Independence Day, the footfall was little less than expected but despite that we did good business.”
The event also saw discussions held on issues related to furniture and woodworking industries. Cultural shows like ‘Rang Punjab Da’, fashion shows and other activities were also held during the fair.The fair will travel to Ludhiana next.