In the heart of northern Portugal, Paços de Ferreira stands out as the furniture capital, a title earned through strong artisanal traditions, manufacturing excellence, and a unique concentration of companies dedicated to Portuguese furniture production.
More than just an industrial hub, the municipality is the birthplace of a culture where traditional woodworking has evolved into a centre of innovation, export and creativity within the furniture industry.
The history of furniture in Paços de Ferreira dates back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, when small craftsmen manually built wooden furniture, mainly for domestic use. The abundance of raw materials, such as pine and chestnut, and the transmission of know-how from generation to generation led to the rise of a resilient, family-based industrial fabric.
In the 1970s, with growing demand for furniture made in Portugal, many of these workshops developed into factories, giving rise to a structured industrial sector. This was also the period when the first signs of internationalisation and furniture exports began to emerge.
With more than 5,000 companies directly or indirectly connected to the sector, Paços de Ferreira represents a significant portion of Portugal’s furniture production. The furniture manufactured here is exported to countries such as France, Germany, Angola, the United Kingdom and the United States.
The region’s reputation is based not only on the quality and durability of Portuguese furniture, but also on its ability to offer custom-made solutions and to respond quickly to the latest trends in contemporary interior design.
Paços de Ferreira is without a doubt the furniture capital of Portugal , a symbol of how Portuguese tradition evolves in harmony with industrial innovation. The city remains at the forefront of contemporary furniture design, exporting not only products, but also a legacy of craftsmanship, excellence and cultural identity.
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