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Event overview
Overview
The China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 is a premier event showcasing the latest innovations in the housing industry.
Taking place from May 8-10, 2027, at the Poly World Trade Expo Center in Guangzhou, this expo will gather over 800 exhibitors from around the globe.
It serves as a vital platform for industry professionals to network, explore new technologies, and discover sustainable building solutions.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: CIHIE 2027 runs from May 8-10, 2027 at Poly World Trade Expo Center in Guangzhou, China.
- 2Scale and Focus: The expo is expected to feature over 800 exhibitors from various countries and regions.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by Guangdong Grandeur International Exhibition Group.
- 4Entry: Visitors must pre-register online to attend the exhibition.
- 5Location: China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 takes place in Guangzhou, China. Venue: Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC). Scheduled 2027-05-08 to 2027-05-10.
Why visit
Location: China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 takes place in Guangzhou, China. Visitors must pre-register online to attend the exhibition.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at CIHIE 2027 allows companies to showcase their products to a targeted audience of industry professionals. The expo is expected to feature over 800 exhibitors from various countries and regions. Attendees include industry professionals and decision-makers in the housing sector. The China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 is a premier event showcasing the latest innovations in the housing.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Construction industry professionals seeking innovative solutions
Architects and designers looking for new materials and technologies
Government officials involved in housing and urban development
Investors and developers interested in the housing market
Suppliers of building materials and construction equipment
Academics and researchers in the field of construction and architecture
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Manufacturers of prefabricated housing solutions
Suppliers of green building materials
Companies specializing in construction technology and automation
Providers of architectural design services
Firms offering construction management and consulting
Distributors of building equipment and machinery
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Prefabricated housing and modular construction solutions
Green building materials and sustainable technologies
Construction machinery and equipment
Smart building technologies and automation systems
Interior design and decoration products
Energy-efficient building solutions
Location & Facilities
Venue
Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
No.1000 of Xingang East Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, China
Facilities
Parking
Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC) in Guangzhou typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC) in Guangzhou typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC) for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
How the last edition performed
Previous edition
This edition
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Exhibitors: 800
Next edition
Not announced yet
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Guangzhou, China
Why it matters
On 2027-05-08 to 2027-05-10, China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 in Guangzhou covering Prefabricated housing and modular construction solutions, Green building materials and sustainable technologies, Constru gives construction buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CNY
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
Primary international gateway for the show and the airport used in the captured flight quotes. Metro Line 3 connects the airport with the city centre, where Line 8 continues to the Pazhou exhibition district
TBA
to venue
Approx. 45-70 minutes by road depending on traffic; confirm live journey times
by car
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport
Secondary option if a Shenzhen routing is cheaper; allow a half-day transfer and confirm rail times before booking. Estimate only, verify schedules before travel
TBA
to venue
Approx. 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by road, or high-speed rail plus metro into Guangzhou
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Kempinski Residences Guangzhou
5-star
Guangzhou city centre5-star residence hotel in the captured hotel search for Poly World Trade Expo Center dates; amenities include breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking, indoor pool, air conditioning, fitness centre, restaurant and room service.
Guangzhou Seaman Club
4-star
Guangzhou4-star hotel in the captured search, flagged as a deal at about 50% below its usual rate; amenities include breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, fitness centre, bar, restaurant and room service.
Guangzhou Hotel
4-star
Zhujiang River high-rise district4-star hotel described as a modern high-rise near the Zhujiang River; breakfast charged separately, with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, restaurant, room service, laundry, accessible and kid-friendly facilities.
YIMI Hotel Guangzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center Guangzhou Tower Branch
Midscale
Canton Fair / convention centre districtMidscale hotel positioned for the Guangzhou International Convention and Exhibition Center and Canton Tower area, captured alongside the fairground hotel results; confirm current rating and rates at booking.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
Metro
Estimated costCNY 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forCentral Guangzhou hotel districts (Yuexiu, Zhujiang New Town) to the Pazhou exhibition district via Guangzhou Metro Line 3 and Line 8
Metro is the most predictable way to reach the fairground during hall days; buy a single ticket at the machine or use a transport card loaded at station service desks.
Metro (airport line)
Estimated costApprox. CNY 9-10 single journey, roughly 60-75 minutes door to door
Best forGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Pazhou via Line 3 with a change to Line 8
Cheapest fixed-price airport transfer; runs from early morning to late evening. Approximate fare, confirm at the station.
Airport shuttle bus
Estimated costApprox. CNY 20-30 per person one way
Best forBaiyun Airport express bus routes toward central Guangzhou hotel districts
Useful with heavy luggage when you do not want a metro change; frequency is lower in the late evening, so check the last departure.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. CNY 150-200 metered, plus tolls where applicable
Best forGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport to the Pazhou exhibition district or central hotels
Use the official airport taxi rank and insist on the meter; queues are long on the first show morning.
Ride-hail (Didi)
Estimated costApprox. CNY 25-45 for a 5-10 km city trip
Best forShort city hops between hotels in Yuexiu or Tianhe and the Pazhou halls
Ride-hailing is widely used in Guangzhou and usually cheaper than a street taxi for short runs; expect surge pricing at hall closing time.
Parking
Estimated costApprox. CNY 10-20 per hour, often with a daily cap around CNY 60-80
Best forFairground and exhibition district car parks near the Poly World Trade Expo Center
Drive-up parking fills early during large fairs; confirm the current tariff and hall access rules on the venue or organiser site.
taxi
Estimated costCNY 120-250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district
Best forGuangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
Approx. 45-70 minutes by road depending on traffic; confirm live journey times; Primary international gateway for the show and the airport used in the captured flight quotes. Metro Line 3 connects the airport with the city centre, where Line 8 continues to the Pazhou exhibition d
taxi
Estimated costCNY 120-250 taxi or Didi ride to the venue district
Best forShenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) to Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
Approx. 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by road, or high-speed rail plus metro into Guangzhou; Secondary option if a Shenzhen routing is cheaper; allow a half-day transfer and confirm rail times before booking. Estimate only, verify schedules before travel.
Weather
Early May in Guangzhou is warm, humid and showery. Expect daytime highs near 29-31 C with overnight lows around 23-24 C, high relative humidity, and short intense downpours or thunderstorms rather than all-day rain. The South China typhoon season begins around this period, so check the forecast in the final 72 hours before departure and keep a compact umbrella in your bag for the walk between hotel, metro and halls.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to China.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Currency
Guangzhou trades in Chinese yuan (CNY); hotel and flight captures for this trip were quoted in CNY, so budget local transport, meals and taxi fares in yuan.
Metro-adjacent hotels
Several captured Guangzhou hotels sit beside metro stations (Yuexiu Park, Beijing Road), which makes metro the practical link to the exhibition district during the show.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: CAN
Flight prices captured from Google Flights for departures on 8 May 2027 and returns on 12 May 2027, quoted per adult in CNY including taxes and fees. Fares change daily - re-check before booking and allow for visa processing time.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN): Approx. 45-70 minutes by road depending on traffic; confirm live journey times; Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX): Approx. 1 hr 30 min to 2 hr by road, or high-speed rail plus metro into Guangzhou. Allow road or rail time to Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC); on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC): Guangzhou city centre: Kempinski Residences Guangzhou; Guangzhou: Guangzhou Seaman Club; Zhujiang River high-rise district: Guangzhou Hotel.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Guangzhou; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC).
Parking: On-site parking is available at Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC); confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2027
Temperature: Approx. 23-31 C across 8-10 May 2027: daytime highs near 29-31 C and overnight lows around 23-24 C, with high humidity that makes the halls feel warmer than the thermometer suggests.
Seasonality: Early May falls in Guangzhou's pre-summer rainy season, so short heavy showers and thunderstorms are common and the South China typhoon season is beginning. Rain usually arrives in bursts rather than lasting all day, which makes a compact umbrella and a flexible transfer plan more useful than a raincoat.
Packing: Pack light, breathable clothing for 29-31 C days, a compact umbrella for the May downpours, comfortable shoes for concrete hall floors, and a light layer for heavily air-conditioned halls and metro carriages. Bring a Type A or Type I plug adapter for China's 220 V supply, printed business cards, and a refillable bottle for the fairground.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Lock registration and travel documents
T-2
Book flights and a metro-connected hotel
T-3
Build a target exhibitor shortlist
T-4
Set up payments, connectivity and local apps
T-5
Confirm transfers and meeting slots
T-6
Pack for a humid hall week
T-7
Land, transfer and get badge-ready
T-8
Work the floor by product family
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Convert notes into a decision
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 registration concourse
Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC)
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCN¥190.00
- Per diem × 2CN¥150.00
Estimated totalCN¥340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Prefabricated housing and modular construction solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo (CIHIE) 2027 in Guangzhou.
Min. budget
$450.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Prefabricated housing and modular construction solutions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$2,200.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Guangzhou show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
What are the dates and location of CIHIE 2027?
The China (Guangzhou) International Integrated Housing Industry Expo runs 8-10 May 2027 in Guangzhou, China. Hotel searches taken for these exact dates cluster around the Poly World Trade Expo Center (PWTC) in the Pazhou exhibition district, the standard fairground precinct for the show; confirm the hall allocation and gate numbers on cihie.net before booking travel.
What is exhibited at CIHIE?
The subject is integrated housing: factory-built and prefabricated housing systems and the materials that complete them. Expect the floor to be organised around structural systems (light-gauge steel, modular and container units), envelope and panel materials, prefabricated wet rooms and kitchens, and interior fit-out products, with suppliers quoting full-house packages as well as individual material lines.
Who should attend CIHIE?
Contractors, EPC and turnkey builders, real-estate and resort developers, camps and site-accommodation operators, housing distributors and importers, architects and specification engineers, plus procurement teams sourcing panels, pods and fittings for prefabricated projects. Buyers assessing whether a Chinese factory can meet their local building code get the most from the show.
How do I register to visit CIHIE 2027?
Visitor registration is completed online in advance of the show. Register through the organiser site, keep the confirmation with your passport details, and collect your badge at the fairground on arrival; carry your passport and business cards for verification at the gate.
Is CIHIE trade-only?
CIHIE is run as an industry sourcing expo with advance online visitor registration rather than an open public fair. Check the visitor rules published on cihie.net for your edition, and plan for the hall days to be working sourcing days rather than a consumer exhibition.
How do I fly to Guangzhou for CIHIE?
International arrivals route into Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN). Flight captures for an 8 May 2027 departure showed about CNY 6,132 round trip economy from London Heathrow on China Southern (nonstop, roughly 11 hr 45 min), about CNY 7,290 from New York JFK with one stop, about CNY 3,545 from Tokyo Narita with one stop, and about CNY 4,249 from Sydney with one stop. Schedules change, so confirm fares and routings before booking.
How do I get from Baiyun Airport to the Pazhou exhibition district?
Guangzhou Metro Line 3 links the airport with the city centre, where you change to Line 8 for the Pazhou exhibition district; the full journey costs roughly CNY 9-10 in metro fare and takes around an hour with a change. Metered taxis and ride-hailing from the airport to Pazhou typically run about CNY 150-200 plus tolls and take 45-70 minutes depending on traffic. Allow extra time during morning peak.
Where should I stay for the Guangzhou integrated housing expo?
Captured hotel options for the 8-10 May 2027 dates include the 5-star Kempinski Residences Guangzhou, the 4-star Guangzhou Seaman Club, the 4-star Guangzhou Hotel near the Zhujiang River, the 3-star Ibis Hotel Guangzhou Yuexiu Park Metro Station, and the midscale YIMI Hotel at the convention centre and Canton Tower area. Metro-adjacent hotels in Yuexiu and the Canton Tower district make the daily commute to Pazhou straightforward.
What is the weather like in Guangzhou in early May?
Warm, humid and often wet: daytime highs sit near 29-31 C, overnight lows around 23-24 C, and the pre-summer rainy season brings short heavy showers and thunderstorms. Early May also falls at the start of the South China typhoon season, so check forecasts in the final 72 hours before departure.
Do I need a visa to attend CIHIE 2027?
Most foreign visitors to mainland China travel on a visa unless their nationality is covered by a visa-free or transit visa-free arrangement. Chinese entry rules change frequently, so check your own passport and purpose of travel with the nearest Chinese embassy or consulate, and apply four to eight weeks before departure.
Will exhibitors speak English at CIHIE?
The working language on the floor is Chinese, and export-facing factories usually field at least one English-speaking salesperson, especially those quoting overseas projects. For detailed technical discussions on codes, loading and installation, book a Chinese-speaking interpreter for your main meeting days.
What currency and payment methods are used in Guangzhou?
The currency is the renminbi (CNY). Mobile payment through Alipay and WeChat Pay is widely used and can usually be linked to an international card, while hotels and larger restaurants accept major cards. Carry some cash for small purchases and top up a mobile wallet before you land.
Can I combine CIHIE with other Guangzhou sourcing?
Guangzhou hosts a dense calendar of export fairs, including the Canton Fair at the Pazhou complex. Check the Canton Fair phase dates for 2027 against CIHIE's 8-10 May window before planning a combined trip, as overlapping weeks push hotel rates in the exhibition district sharply higher.
Glossary
- Integrated housing
- A factory-made housing system supplied as one coordinated package: structure, envelope, building services and interior fit-out are designed and delivered together instead of being bought from separate trades on site.
- Prefabricated (prefab) building
- A building whose panels, frames or room units are manufactured in a plant and then assembled on site, reducing site labour, waste and weather exposure.
- Modular construction
- The volumetric variant of prefabrication: whole rooms or building sections are built as three-dimensional modules, shipped to site, then stacked or joined to form the finished building.
- Light-gauge steel (LGS) framing
- Cold-formed galvanised steel studs and tracks, usually around 0.8 to 2.0 mm thick, used as the structural frame for villas, site offices and low-rise housing.
- Container house
- A housing unit built into a new or modified ISO shipping-container frame so it can be moved and handled like freight, and stacked on a prepared base.
- Flat-pack kit home
- A house shipped as numbered panels, frames, connectors and fittings for assembly on site, normally packed into standard shipping containers to cut freight volume.
- Sandwich panel
- A composite wall or roof panel with an insulating core (EPS, rock wool, PU or PIR) bonded between metal or fibre-cement skins; core choice drives the fire rating.
- Pre-engineered building (PEB)
- A steel portal-frame structure designed and fabricated to a fixed set of loads and spans, then bolted together on site rather than welded from loose steel.
- Prefabricated bathroom pod
- A fully finished wet room, including waterproofing, tiling, sanitaryware and pipework, built off site as one unit and lowered into the building frame.
- BIM (Building Information Modelling)
- A digital 3D model carrying geometry plus specification data, used to coordinate prefabricated manufacture, detect clashes and sequence installation on site.
- EPC / turnkey contract
- Engineering, procurement and construction under one contract; common for overseas integrated-housing projects where the supplier designs, manufactures and delivers the finished building.
- Fit-out
- The interior works that turn a shell into a usable unit: partitions, ceilings, flooring, joinery, MEP connections and finishes.
- Code compliance evidence
- The structural, fire and thermal test reports a supplier must present for a destination market (for example CE marking, ASTM, AS/NZS or IBC-based approval) before a buyer's building authority will accept a prefabricated unit.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- China 2027
- China Guangzhou 2027
- International Integrated Housing Industry 2027
- International Integrated Housing Industry Guangzhou 2027
- Expo 2027
- Expo Guangzhou 2027
- CIHIE 2027
- CIHIE Guangzhou 2027
- Guangzhou China
- Prefabricated housing and modular construction solutions
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