Material Collection database is a CFIF IC online information source on natural materials and innovative products. It holds a large selection of natural and obtainable materials that are indispensable to the creation process of designers and manufacturers. The database aims to forge links between creative people of varied backgrounds that includes architecture, furniture design, fashion design, academe as well as manufacturers and suppliers of all kinds.

Material Collection database holds materials references and contacts, as well as provides extensive search functions. The use of the database is free of charge and is accessible 24 hours a day. The CFIF IC library houses samples of all materials listed in the database so that it is possible to see the "real thing". The library is open five days a week (Monday to Friday) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Material Collection database supports the community of professionals who share the same interest in natural materials and are convinced that creativity necessarily benefits from clear information on obtainable materials and semi-finished products.

Material Collection database invites all suppliers to join the database. Simply introduce any natural material or semi-furnished product to CFIF IC . If your material/product is suitable for the Material Collection, you can be added to the database by submitting the material/product description, contact details and a sample of the material/product. For further details, you can contact the CFIF IC.