To equip your dream house, saving to save and plunge into the atmosphere of an amazing country - this journey will remember for a long time!
In Europe, the Marko Polo Travel Epoch was equally loved by China. Already then, during the times of the Middle Ages, there were special interior traditions in the Middle Kingdom. The house for the Chinese was not just a roof above his head, but a reflection of his philosophy, relations to peace and life. After the love of the interiors in Chinese style, the name of the local decor from the porcelain to bamboo was called "Shinoizri". The trendy trend quickly spread among the European architects and artists. Today, a surge of interest in China - as a mod lawmaker in the interior market - again gains momentum. Even such a thing appeared as furniture tours - a popular variety of shopping tourism. We dealt with the experts of Prokitay, how to create an individual interior without overpayments and at the same time get a lot of impressions from acquaintance with the Middle Kingdom.
Furniture tour to China from Moscow - sounds unexpected?
Only for those who have not yet represent, what bonuses give such a trip.First of all, the tour includes a trip at various factories of Foshan. There are manufacturers of furniture, plumbing, ceramics and various goods for repair. That is, it is absolutely all to choose a home for home improvement.
The company's organizer specialists are familiar with all local industries (from furniture to finishing and accessories) and help create a unique design in any style from Rococo to the avant-garde. The fabulous wealth of the imperial palace or minimalist and concise style - only you choose that you are closer, what the interior is ideal for your family hearth.
Individual style is also possible because the range of goods in Chinese factories is huge. It is many times more than in our furniture and construction hypermarkets. If you will find out in a large network store in Moscow, say, 20 models of bedside banquettes in the Mediterranean style, do not doubt, in Chinese factories you will be offered more than 100 options.
Emotions from successful shopping complements the joy of discoveries in an exotic journey through this eastern country.
Is China's furniture - is it high quality?
You may not doubt it. Moreover, we will open the "terrible mystery": Today, China is a production center for the whole world. Be sure that 80% of the real Italian or English furniture is made in Chinese plants, Chinese masters. Only here, having traveled to Italian or any other salon in the center of Moscow, the pretty sofa adds in the price of three times.
But we will not alone and give specific examples.
- Living room Bianchini in ampir style at the factory in Foshan is worth 665,000 rubles. Its price in Russia - 1 715 500 rubles.
- Living room Jumbo in Victorian style will cost 833,000 rubles. Its price in Russia - 2,440,000 rubles.
- Bedroom Francesco Molon in ampir style in China costs 584 500 rubles. Its price in Russia - 1 557 500 rubles.
Another fact: Today, wood from around the world comes into the subway. In one day, production at the same time can be delivered, for example, Australian striped ash and Scandinavian moraine oak. In this case, the raw material is tough check (competition is high), and manufacturers demonstrate strict quality standards. Not surprisingly - all goods are mainly exported, therefore complies with European and American requirements.
How much is the furniture tour in China?
Using the example of Prokitay, we consider the budget of the shop tour to China for furniture and estimates.The cost of the tour itself is 24 500 rubles. in 5 days. As a rule, this time is quite enough to arrange an apartment or a small house, including a kitchen for individual design with embedded furniture.
The price of the tour includes:
- Help in the selection and purchase of tickets.
- Help in hotel booking and receiving a visa.
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel.
- Personal transport with driver and manager guide translator.
Additionally charged:
- Airfare. On average costs 20,000 - 30,000 rubles.
- Commission - 5% of the order value.
The Commission covers the following services:
- quality control of goods;
- registration of a full package of documents;
- storage of cargo in its warehouse until the date of sending to Russia;
- Careful cargo checking and marriage exception.
How big will the savings work?
The prestigious product, the more saving. On average, 50-70% of the budget can be saved on elite furniture from China. Savings on lighting - 80%, and the purchase of porcelain stoneware, mosaic and decor items will save 60-80%. Practice: with Chinese factories it is possible, but also need to be bargained. Sometimes a discount with a large order reaches 60% of the original retail price.
Who will accompany me on the trip?
The translator and personal driver will meet you at the airport and take the hotel. You will have time to clarify your purchasing wishes, relax after the flight or go on a tour.All the following days manager (has experience in the field of procurement in the city of Foshan) and the driver accompany you on traveling on shopping centers. In the evenings you have free time that you can use at your discretion.
The goods are selected. What's next?
Manufacturers make a design layout for you, specifying all individual moments. The manager checks the details of the order and helps conclude an agreement with suppliers. Only after you check and put your signature, the production process begins. Suppliers are paid 30% of the order value.
Mostly, the production of furniture is from 14 to 40 days, light and tiles can be shipped after 10-15 days, decor and curtains - after 7-10 days.
After the production is completed, the Prokitay inspector leaves for quality control and provides a detailed report to the customer. If desired, the video conference of acceptance is possible.
If there are no comments, you translate the remaining 70% of the amount for the order and the manager takes your furniture for further sending to Russia. If shortcomings are revealed during acceptance, the factory gets a detailed complaint. After "work on errors", the inspector re-leaving the quality control. Delivery all furniture is carefully packed. At the same time, fragile cargo (dishes, tile) is packaged additionally in the crate or on pallets. The manager is closely following this process and sends an additional photo report to the buyer. Delivery is produced in sea containers - this is the most saved way to transport furniture and interior items.
And if something goes wrong?
Prokitay - Russian company with eight-year experience and with each of the clients concludes a contract for which the responsibility for the safety of your furniture and money is responsible. In the contract, all the details and conditions are prescribed in accordance with the entire severity of Russian legislation.Mix business with pleasure? Great idea!
Prokitay experts are in love with the Middle Kingdom and their enthusiasm truly infectious! In the furniture round you will have time to experience the energy of this great country and make small, but exciting excursions. The old town of Foshan, which originated at the origins of the Great Marine Flip Route in the pearl river delta is known not only as Mecca for the overseas "merchants", but also, for example, as the homeland of martial arts masters. Born in Foshan Juan Feakhun is one of the national heroes of the Middle Kingdom, who familiar to us on Blockbaster Jet Lee "Once in China." And the other hero of these places - IP Mans, became famous as the mentor of the legendary Bruce Lee.
The name "Foshan" is translated as "Buddha Mountain", which means to lose sight of the local temples Zhu Miao and Zhenzhou would be unforgivable. And finally, enter a wonderful garden of Lyana to the trip plan with pacifying lotus in ponds and carefully planned "chaos" from stones.
Want to plunge into the atmosphere of China's hospitality? Foshan, a suburb of Guangzhou, recognized by the culinary capital of China, is ready to surprise gourmets. Traditional Cantonese dishes include two special soups. This is a pumpkin soup with "eight treasures" (crab meat, Taiwanese frog meat, fresh oysters, etc.) and Soup "Buddha, Jumping through the Wall" are laid in the pumpkin. It includes 28 ingredients! Here and the mollusk meat "Sea Usho", and sea cucumbers, and shark fin. All of them are poured with chaosynic wine and boil on a slow fire for 10 hours. At the same time, the fragrance in the kitchen is spreading such that, they say, anyone eats away from happiness!