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Visitors from around the globe flock to Cebu X
2008-04-18 09:00:00
The Cebu International Furniture and Furnishings Exhibition (CEBU X) 2008 ended on a high note as visitors from all over the world flocked to Asia's leading design destination, bringing in increased revenue to a sector which has long been the pride of the Philippine export community. Cebu is considered to be the furniture capital of the Philippines, with the bulk of major furniture exporting companies situated in this region. This year's Cebu X show was positioned to be part of...
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A Young Trend at the Mugna Awards
2008-04-01 09:00:00
The Cebu X 2008 Mugna Awards showed an inclination towards new talent, as up-and-coming names in furniture design were cited alongside established international design mavens. Winners included Maria Luz Mikaela Cano for Best Student Design. Her witty creation Pandora made for Kirsten International stood out among the talented crop of interns under Student Internship Project (SIP) of the Design and Product Development Program (DPDP). For home accessory design, the whimsical and...
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Combination Skins
2008-02-01 09:00:00
Cebu X specializes in high quality leather furniture from different design genres. Whether your taste is classic, contemporary or modern, we are the place to find the most fashionable leather pieces in Asia. The beauty of our leather furniture comes from the high degree of craftsmanship, evident in the care put into every curve, every detail. Years of tradition and multicultural influence has nurtured our skill in producing the most well-crafted pieces. The key to our success is...
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Undersea Movement
2008-01-16 09:00:00
Few materials tell as good a story as the seashell. Its exotic decorative appeal---from capizs gentle translucency to the enigmatic radiance of mother-of-pearl---still captures the imagination as emissary of a precious other world. Modern takes on the shell have given it a whole new personality. Designers have elevated its image to a whole new level, making its unique properties and glorious sheen part of a powerful graphic vision. Nowadays, the unique patterns on shells of...

Design and Product Development Program (DPDP)
2008-01-15 09:00:00
Cebu X continues to sharpen its design edge by launching programs that enhance the talent and skills of its people. Hiring local consultants of international caliber, the likes of Val Padilla and Carlo Tanseco, Cebu X monitors its design teams, provides assistance in design development, booth designing for the fair and item special settings. Senior Dutch managers and specialists are sent on specific advisory missions to Cebu X companies. These international consultants are...
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Design Product Development Program (DPDP)
2008-01-15 09:00:00
Cebu X continues to sharpen its design edge by launching programs that enhance the talent and skills of its people. There are over 200 species of bamboo, 62 of which are endemic in the Philippines. Most occur naturally, in private plots and thick groves; hardier species which grow at a faster rate are cultivated as renewable resources, providing steady material for many industries, the furniture export industry being one of them. Hiring local consultants of international...
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Local consultants with international caliber (5 to 6 months)
2008-01-14 09:00:00
This program was launched last year as part of the Fair Management Team (FMTs) campaign to enhance the look of Cebu X 2007. Designers from the Product Development and Design Center of the Philippines (PDDCP) along with two local consultants, Val Padilla and Carlo Tanseco, were contracted. This was based on their proposals and ability to meet the requirements of the Cebu X 2007 FMT. This year, a similar package will be run involving a pool of local designers. CFIF IC is...
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Local consultants with international caliber
2008-01-14 09:00:00
This program was launched last year as part of the Fair Management Team (FMT?s) campaign to enhance the look of Cebu X 2007. Designers from the Product Development and Design Center of the Philippines (PDDCP) along with two local consultants, Val Padilla and Carlo Tanseco, were contracted. This was based on their proposals and ability to meet the requirements of the Cebu X 2007 FMT. This year a similar package involving Val Padilla is currently run by CFIF IC for Cebu X...
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International consultancy through PUM
2008-01-12 09:00:00
PUM sends senior Dutch managers and specialists on specific fields for one or more short periods to advise companies on their specific needs such as product development. Matching will be done online and a local PUM representative will guide interested companies in going through the application process. PUM sends the consultant/specialists free of charge. The participating company simply shoulders board, lodging and local inland transportation costs.
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Product Design through Student Internship Project (5 to 6 months)
2008-01-09 09:00:00
Students creativity is still unbound. Inspiring them and allowing them to use their imagination in designing furniture and furnishings using the industrys available materials would bring in new ideas and new concepts. The Student Internship Project (SIP) is voluntary on the part of the students who will have to go through a matching process with the participating Cebu X exhibitors. The main intention of this program is to advance and sustain industry ingenuity.
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Product Design through Student Internship Project
2008-01-09 09:00:00
Students? creativity is still unbound. Inspiring them and allowing them to use their imagination in designing furniture and furnishings using the industry?s available materials would bring in new ideas and new concepts. The Student Internship Project (SIP) is voluntary on the part of the students who will have to go through a matching process with the participating Cebu X exhibitors. The main intention of this program is to advance and sustain industry ingenuity. ...
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CFIF checks out Russian Market
2008-01-08 09:00:00
November 2007 - A delegation of furniture exporters headed by the Cebu Furniture Industries Foundation (CFIF) President Eric Vincent Casas and Cebu X Chairman Laurie Boquiren visited Mebel in Moscow, Russia for a Study Mission. Mebel, the International Exhibition of Furniture, Fittings and Upholstery, now on its 19th year ran from November 12-16, 2007. Amidst the apparently challenging traffic situation in the largest country in the world, the group found the engagement a...
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Perfect Imperfection
2007-11-20 09:00:00
Debbie Palao talks about her design philosophy when using one of the hottest materials around. Allowing the innate qualities of her medium to shine through, this designer knows that when dealing with the beauty of nature, sometimes it's best to leave well enough alone. There are over 200 species of bamboo, 62 of which are endemic in the Philippines. Most occur naturally, in private plots and thick groves; hardier species which grow at a faster rate are cultivated as renewable...
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You can Never be too Rich (or too Chic)
2007-11-19 09:00:00
Recent trends have called for greater sensuality, meaning and richness in design. Fall 2007 styles focus on luxury, exoticism, keen in the selection of materials which add a textural quality and sumptuousness, much like the feel of chocolate after a day of lean, carb-free meals. The idea of coming home to something warmer, something that appeals to emotions of comfort, familiarity and security is imperative in this age of uncertain economics and disturbing conflict. People are attracted...
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MORE REASONS TO VISIT CEBU IN 2008
2007-10-24 07:12:00
A leading furniture Mecca in Asia, Cebu is also one of the safest and most secure places to do business. World Connections A small island with numerous sea and air linkages, Cebu has long been the ideal gateway for doing business in the Philippines. With clear blue skies, world-class resorts and holiday spots, booming economic and export zones and an electrifying milieu, you might think this place has it all, but then there's more. Few people realize that for all its tropical charm and...
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Exhibitors to undergo training, seminars
2007-10-22 06:48:00
Cebu, Philippines - To further upgrade the furniture industry's edge in time for the Cebu X 2008 exhibition, exhibit organizers will conduct a series of seminars focusing on product development and marketing management to benefit the participating furniture companies. "We must generate that 'wow' feeling among the buyers in the exhibition," said Laurie Boquiren, Cebu X 2008 chairperson. (Read Full Story) via Cebu Daily News | Correspondent Cris Evert Lato
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BAMBOOZLED
2007-10-06 09:00:00
Acknowledged to be one of the greenest materials around, the eco movement has put bamboo in the spotlight once again. Leave it to the world of design to make the old new again. In this environmentally enlightened age, designers are reexamining materials based on their impact on nature. A result of that approach? The humble bamboo has become one of design’s hottest new stars, enjoying a resurgence that takes in everything from a pair of chopsticks to...

Verde que te quiero Verde
2007-10-05 09:00:00
How green attitudes are changing the future of Cebu X furniture Almost overnight, the world has grown a conscience. People have learned to calculate their carbon footprints. If you don’t already drive a Prius, chances are you are looking to purchase a hybrid or energy-efficient car in the next 5 years. Many of us already feel a genuine twinge of guilt whenever we purchase groceries in a plastic bag. We talk about “offsetting” our businesses’ carbon emissions by giving back to...

Q&A with Promotions Committee Chair Pete Delantar
2007-09-16 13:47:00
Q: Were you able to accomplish all your objectives, for the Cebu X Promotions Committee ? A: The important thing was that we were able to meet exhibitors from other countries who are potential buyers of Philippine furniture that's made in Cebu. Most of the prospects know Cebu and like what we have to offer, but have not been updated with the current changes in product mix, capabilities and material applications. I wouldn't say I've accomplished all my objectives, but I believe...
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Green is the New Black
2007-09-08 15:12:00
Blame it on Al Gore. Blame it on the snowballing information phenomenon, but however you see it, looks like the trend is here to stay. With their increasing preference for all products environment-friendly, customers are now dictating a furniture revolution where not just the outcome but the means of manufacturing matters. Vendors are taking customers seriously. Sustainability is the buzzword right now for furniture meccas such as the Las ...
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Cebu X Exhibitors join Habitat Valencia 2007
2007-09-07 23:26:00
Mastercraft and Enpekei, two of Cebu 's leading furniture and accessories manufacturers, join Valencia 's international furniture fair. Mastercraft is an maker of excellent home furnishings. The Mastercraft booth space is located in Hall 1 Modern Designs Hall, Stand No. C54 B, level 3 of the show venue. Enpekei International is known for its home decor, lighting fixtures and dining and living room furniture and will also be showcasing its ingenious use of Filipino material at...
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The Dubai Study Mission
2007-09-07 22:13:00
The UAE's potential as the source of a new client base has been a priority to the Cebu X show and the CFIF membership. Developing trade relations with the Middle East and building strong ties with Dubai , the crown jewel of the UAE's thrust to attract ultrarich tourists, has been one of our paramount objectives. This year Cebu X focuses on the growth of its contract industry and supplying exclusive products for luxury hotels. We seek to establish ourselves as...
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