DESIGNPhilippines: Handcrafted for the World

 

Asia’s melting pot unfurls its rich tapestry of culture and history at INDEX Dubai 2025, the leading and largest interior and fit-out trade event in the Middle East and North Africa. Grounded in diverse influences and time-honored artisanal traditions, the Philippines offers a fresh perspective on luxury – defined by authenticity, material richness and cultural depth, reinterpreted through expert craftsmanship for today’s world.

This year, DESIGNPhilippines brings an exciting showcase of tasteful contemporary furniture, home decor, components, and fashion accessories made through time-honored production methods and techniques.

Curated by designer and storyteller Ito Kish, DESIGNPhilippines redefines opulence by highlighting the elegance of natural materials, the intricacy of handwork, and the soulful character of each creation.

PARTICIPATING BRANDS

Meet the participating companies at the Interior Design & Furniture Exhibition 2025:

Aerostone

Aerostone

The unique range of classic and contemporary products of Aerostone is a result of the latest technology in reconstituted stone, rendering high durability and resistance to extreme temperature settings.

Products

garden ornaments and accessories, garden fountains, outdoor furniture, sculptures

Materials

reconstituted stone, stone powder, special binding material

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Aerostone
Arksmith

Arksmith

Furniture design and manufacturing company Arksmith supplies quality customized furniture for residential condo units to large scale mercantile projects with multinational companies.

Products

indoor furniture

Materials

solid wood, leather, fabric, metal, rattan, rope

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Arksmith
Fifty One

Fifty One

Fifty One All Weather Furniture specializes in outdoor furniture made from high-grade materials. The innovative pieces from the company are made by highly skilled craftsmen with decades of experience.

Products

indoor and outdoor furniture

Materials

aluminum, polyethylene fiber, teakwood, water repellent cushions

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Fifty One
Kitsilver

Kitsilver

Kitsilver makes intricately detailed jewelry with gold brass, and silver. Its process pays homage to its roots drawing back to the art form's traditional techniques.

Products

jewelry, accessories, clutch bags

Materials

gold, brass, silver

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Kitsilver
Prizmic and Brill

Prizmic & Brill

Prizmic and Brill manufactures residential and hospitality furnishings. It innovates by integrating exotic materials, hand-forged hardware, and esoteric designs into its pieces, proving the modern capability of classic Filipino makers.

Products

valises, antique-style trunks, and folding campaign furniture

Materials

wood, leather, metal, nickel

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Prizmic & Brill
Red Slab Pottery

Red Slab Pottery

Red Slab Pottery puts the province of Tarlac on the global map through products made from all-natural materials, using traditional techniques, and infused with contemporary aesthetics.

Products

decorative tiles, planters, dishes, bowls, jars, reed diffusers

Materials

clay

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Red Slab Pottery
South Sea Veneer

South Sea Veneer

From being a subcontractor of wood veneer panel lamination for other brands, South Sea Veneer has grown into a company manufacturing its own furniture line, specializing in bespoke pieces.

Products

furniture, home decor

Materials

wood

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South Sea Veneer
Studio Moodism

Studio Moodism

With a fervent objective to elevate spaces, Studio Moodism playsv with wood, rattan, foam, and fabric to create minimalist objects that pack a punch.

Products

furniture

Materials

wood, abaca, rattan

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Studio Moodism
Uratex

Uratex

The most recognized name in the Philippine bedding industry, Uratex offers an extensive catalog, including manufacuring specialized foam for seating, textiles, and food packaging among others.

Products

mattress, furniture, bed frames

Materials

foam, microfiber fabric, mixed material, plastic

Uratex

About the Organizer

The Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM) is the export promotion arm of the Philippine Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). CITEM advances the country’s image as a premier sourcing destination for quality export products and services. It remains steadfast in setting the highest standards of creativity, excellence, and innovation to achieve competitiveness in the home, fashion, lifestyle, food, creative, electronics, healthcare, sustainability, and IT-based sectors. CITEM is committed to developing, nurturing, and promoting micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs), brands, designers, and manufacturers by implementing an integrated approach to export marketing in partnership with other government and private entities.

DESIGNPhilippines Secretariat

Center for International Trade Expositions and Missions (CITEM)
Golden Shell Pavilion, International Trade Center Complex,
Roxas Boulevard cor. Sen. Gil J. Puyat Avenue,
Pasay City 1300 Philippines

Tel: +63.2.8.831.2201 ext. 231
Fax: +63.2.8.834.0188
Email: [email protected]