Dezeen promotion: Design China Beijing 2020 will be one of the first trade shows to take place in China since the outbreak of Covid-19, presenting over 100 design brands alongside a programme of talks and exhibitions.
Taking place at the National Agricultural Exhibition Centre in Beijing from 23-26 September, Design China Beijing 2020 is one of the first shows to go ahead in physical form since the coronavirus pandemic swept the world.
While countries in Europe and the Americas are still introducing new lockdowns in an attempt to control the virus, the situation in China is very different. Organisers expect to see over 15,000 visitors to the fair over the course of four days.
Above: furniture and lighting by Chinese brand Xue Design. Top: chair and sideboard by fellow Chinese brand Maxform "We are pleased to see the fair return to Beijing as scheduled, and we cherish this opportunity to bring together the design community in China for the first time this year," said Neil Gaisford, managing director at Clarion Events, which owns Design China Beijing and sister trade show Design Shanghai.
"The commitment from participating exhibitors and partners is a testament to the strength of the design market in China."
Italian brand Cappellini will be one of the international brands featured in the Casa Casa Home installation
Over 100 brands will be taking part in the show. Chinese brands such as Maxmarko, Xue Design and Thrudesign will be shown alongside leading int...