Stakeholders Advocate for Local Content in Interior Design

The Interior Design Association of Nigeria organized a summit in Abuja, where stakeholders in the interior design industry discussed the need for stronger local content and closer collaboration among designers, manufacturers, architects, and builders. Oliv Cohnen, General Manager of Abuja Furniture Product, a subsidiary of Julius Berger Nigeria PLC, emphasized that collaboration across the industry is essential to meet the growing demand for functional and sustainable spaces.

The summit provided an opportunity for industry players to strengthen partnerships, encourage innovation, and improve standards within the sector. Participants noted the importance of promoting local content to support emerging designs and strengthen the link between design and construction professions, ultimately improving the quality and functionality of buildings across Nigeria.