Market Trends of Asia-Pacific Luxury Furniture Industry
Growing Demand for Luxury Home Furniture Products Through Online Distribution Channel
Increasing internet penetration, rising disposable income, digitalization, and developing economies in the Asia Pacific are the major factors boosting online commerce creating a positive externality for sales of luxury furniture sales with a surge in online sales of luxury furniture products. Leading Asia-Pacific economies of India and China have emerged as the biggest market over the period for sales of furniture through online channels with continuous growth expected over the coming period. Online retailing by luxury furniture manufacturers is increasing product choice and variety for buyers with a wide range of payment methods being available including lucrative discounts stimulating the purchase decisions of customers. The rising digitalization of luxury furniture and interior shopping is offering immense potential to retailers leading to players such as IKEA, Amazon, and others investing heavily to increase their online luxury furniture sales and revenue.
China Residential Segment Driving The Market
China with its increasing disposable income and the focus on aesthetics and urban lifestyles is leading to an increase in the usage of high-end furniture products by the residents. Rising urbanization and industrialization with increasing penetration of online retailing are leading to increased customer spending on luxury furniture. Revenue of the luxury goods market in China is observing a continuous increase over the years creating a positive externality for luxury furniture sales. The installation of luxury furniture is improving residential unit appearance in China and boosting its value. Luxury furniture made from wood and metal is gaining popularity among consumers due to its high aesthetic value and durability with emerging eco-friendly and multifunctional luxury furniture also supporting market growth in the country with residential remodeling and replacement are expected to drive the luxury furniture demand over the coming period, as homeowners replace older furniture with newer products that offer enhanced visuals.
