Innovative, industry leading award winners confirm their participation at the 2006 Office Exhibition

A number of world leading brands have already confirmed their participation, including Haworth Inc., the leading designer, manufacturer, and distributor of contract office furniture in the world, and represented by GEMACO INTERIORS - the much renowned contract commercial interior design / fit-out company in the UAE.

Haworth enjoyed great success at the recent NeoCon expo in the US, where they received seven top awards, including a prestigious North American interior design prize, Best of NeoCon recognition and LEED certification - amongst the highest honours that a manufacturer can receive, it was a clear acknowledgement of the creativity and innovation that inspires their commercial furnishing design concepts.

In total synergy with the latest global trends in workplace design, and designed very much with people in mind, the awards were for products that are driven by design and technology, layout flexibility in the form of movable panels, plus the maximisation of ergonomics, sustainability and design.

"This type of innovation, both in design and functionality, is in great demand throughout the region" said Paula Al Chami, Project Manager, The Office Exhibition. "The ever-growing number of highly prestigious, multi-million dollar office and commercial developments that are springing up throughout the region is accelerating sophistication levels across the market. The high quality trade audience that visits Office comprises interior designers, architects, end-users and specifiers, all of whom are looking for the latest cutting edge workplace solutions."

Flexibility is also a key issue for many interior designers and architects, who want to create without restriction - companies such as Egetaepper, one of the largest carpet manufacturing firms in Europe, have grown their business and reputation by always moving forward, adapting to new environments and industry trends without compromising on quality and customer care.

By harnessing modern manufacturing technologies, they are able to offer one of the most extensive ranges of carpeting available anywhere in the market, and end users include famous Hotel Chains, Airports, the Commercial sector, Cinemas, Healthcare and Educational establishments plus prestigious palaces & villas.

"Egetaepper is a great example of a company whose greatest differentiator, and the real key to their success is their ability to support architects and designers by presenting them with unique design opportunities" added Al Chami. "The progressive new spirit that is sweeping through the industry is generating massive business opportunities for companies in all product and service areas".

The only dedicated showcase for office furniture, interiors and technology in the Middle East, The Office Exhibition was specifically created to support the development of the commercial sector.

"As an organisation, we are delighted not only with the success of the event, but the contribution that it is making to the development of the office industry across the region" said Bernard Walsh, Managing Director of organisers dmg world media Dubai Ltd. "The new modern workplace, based around ever-evolving technology, places increasing pressure on designers and architects - as client expectations continue to rise, events such as Office really come into their own, and this is evident from the high percentage of industry professionals rating their visit as beneficial".