01. Three Trends Reshaping the Office Industry

Today's workplace is being reshaped on every level: global expansion is entering a new phase, workplace design is breaking traditional boundaries, and user expectations are shifting toward well-being and experience.

Global expansion is entering a new phase. As Chinese office furniture brands expand globally, they have moved beyond competing on price and manufacturing alone. Increasingly, they are winning international markets through original design, integrated workplace solutions, and people-centered thinking, marking the transition from manufacturing excellence to design-led branding.

Workplace design is breaking traditional boundaries. At the same time, flexible and hybrid working have become the new standard. Assigned desks are no longer the default, and workplaces are evolving beyond their traditional role. A single space is now expected to support focused work, collaboration, social interaction, relaxation, and learning, fundamentally redefining the modern office.

User expectations are shifting toward well-being and experience. The way people select office furniture and plan workplaces is changing as well. Durability and functionality are no longer the only priorities. Health and well-being, emotional comfort, aesthetics, and user experience have become essential considerations, as workplaces evolve from places to work into environments that support a better quality of working life.

从"制造出海"到"设计出海、品牌落地"，中国办公品牌以原创设计、完整空间方案、人文理念打动全球市场。

灵活办公、混合办公成为主流，一室承载协作、独处、社交、休闲、学习等多种状态。

02. Solution 1: Global Expansion

As the largest exhibition of its kind in East China, the CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition has built a distinctive platform by bringing together leading brands, original design, advanced technologies, and international resources. Driven by the growing adoption of intelligent technologies, Chinese office furniture brands are accelerating their global expansion.

The exhibition brings together height-adjustable systems, steel office furniture, and office accessories—high-demand product categories for international markets—showcasing products that combine thoughtful design with practical functionality. Exhibitors present not only their flagship product lines but also their original design philosophies and integrated workplace solutions, demonstrating the industry's evolution from product exports to brand value creation while creating new opportunities to connect with global buyers.

The G1 Series from Glofurn exemplifies the shift in office seating from requiring people to adapt to the chair to designing chairs that adapt to people. Featuring an adjustable backrest, multi-directional lumbar support, 360° articulated armrests, and an automatically adapting headrest, every component is designed for precise adjustment to accommodate different body types, sitting postures, and user preferences. The result is a personalized seating experience that enables a single product platform to meet the diverse needs of global markets.

智能升降、钢制办公、办公配件等海外热门品类集中呈现，兼具设计感与实用性。

从主力产品线到原创设计理念，再到一体化空间解决方案——从单品输出升级为品牌价值输出。

03. Solution 2: Exhibition Concepts

As workplaces evolve, so do the needs of the people who use them. Traditional office planning once emphasized uniform layouts and standardized workstations. Today, a single workspace must accommodate focused work, team collaboration, informal discussions, business meetings, and social interaction. Responding to the growing demand for more flexible and multifunctional workplaces, the CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition moves beyond conventional product displays. Centered on office seating, it combines furniture with fully designed workplace settings to demonstrate how products perform across a wide range of real-world office environments.

Leading office seating brands, including UE, Henglin, JE, Furicco, and Glofurn, will present ergonomic chairs, lounge seating, and multifunctional office chairs within fully integrated workplace settings, demonstrating how furniture supports today's flexible and evolving work environments.

An office chair can move beyond the dullness of the workplace and bring greater comfort, style and enjoyment to the workday. The Furicco FK023 draws inspiration from the timeless aesthetics of premium automotive interiors, combining elegant lines with refined craftsmanship. Upholstered in exclusive MASTOTO genuine leather and high-density molded foam, it features a cable-controlled mechanism and precision gas lift for smooth, responsive adjustment. Its distinctive design breaks away from conventional workstation aesthetics, making every seating experience feel composed, comfortable and refined.

以办公坐具为核心，搭配完整空间场景做一体化展陈——直观呈现家具在多元办公场景中的落地效果。

富凯 FK023 以顶级座驾的经典美学，让办公椅跳出沉闷的工位逻辑。

04. Solution 3: Workplace Applications

Today, functionality alone is no longer the defining measure of office furniture. Flexibility, well-being, emotional comfort, and aesthetic appeal have emerged as the new priorities, reflecting a broader shift from asking people to adapt to the workplace to designing workplaces around people. Aligned with the growing trend of bringing lifestyle into the workplace, the CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition showcases brands that are moving beyond the traditional furniture sales model. Through products centered on workplace wellness, user comfort, and design aesthetics, exhibitors are responding to the evolving needs of today's professionals while unlocking new opportunities in the premium office furniture market.

Long hours at the desk often come with lower back pain and fatigue. The UE RC-1161-E features the proprietary Taiji™ Dynamic Lumbar Support System, where a 6° micro-motion mechanism follows the body's natural movement to encourage healthier spinal alignment and help reduce lower back strain. Equally innovative is the Magic™ Multi-Function Armrest, which instantly transforms into a concealed tabletop. Whether supporting a laptop during meetings or holding a tablet during breaks, it enables a seamless transition between work and relaxation.

An office chair doesn't have to conform to convention. Designed to support 12 sitting postures, the Pure Faith P7-SWING combines contemporary styling with thoughtful ergonomic design. Its 8 cm height adjustment accommodates users of different heights, allowing both feet to rest comfortably on the floor. Together with its flexible adjustment features, the chair adapts effortlessly to focused work, relaxed sitting, or reclining, creating workspaces that are healthier, more comfortable, and more inspiring.

永艺 RC-1161-E：太极随动撑腰 + 百变桌案扶手，办公与休闲的切换只在一瞬之间。

纯信 P7-SWING：12 种坐姿 × 8cm 升降，从端坐到斜靠随心所欲。

The CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition brings together professionals from across the entire commercial workplace ecosystem, complemented by a comprehensive program of industry events. Leading workplace designers, design studios, and professional organizations from around the world will gather for the Commercial Environment Salon Exhibition and a series of design forums, creating a platform for professional exchange where innovative ideas and international design perspectives converge. Featuring nearly 200 exhibitors across office seating, workplace systems, and office accessories, the exhibition also extends into hospitality, education, and other commercial environments. Dedicated distributor networking events will take place throughout the show, creating valuable opportunities for brands and distributors to connect, build partnerships, and explore new business opportunities. Leveraging CIFF Shanghai's extensive international network, the exhibition will also offer an exclusive one-to-one overseas buyer matchmaking program, connecting global buyers, distributors, and brands through precisely matched business meetings that foster long-term international partnerships.

CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition 2026

Covering 30,000 m² and bringing together nearly 200 leading brands
Uniting global creativity, emerging trends, and innovative solutions

58th edition of China International Furniture Expo (Shanghai)
September 5-8, 2026
National Exhibition and Convention Center, Hongqiao, Shanghai

Hall 6.1 – CIFF Shanghai Offices & Public Spaces Exhibition
Where the future of work comes to life—explore it in person