The American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) releases details of its upcoming Impact Summit.
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Academy of Architecture for Health (AAH) has selected Bridgepoint Active Healthcare in Toronto for a 2015 AIA National Healthcare Design Award. It is the single winner in the category of Built Project over $25 million in construction cost. Bridgepoint addresses the needs of those coping with complex chronic disease.…
The executive leadership of IA Interior Architects is pleased to announce that Julio Braga LEED AP, design principal at the firm's New York office, has been inducted into the IIDA College of Fellows, the highest honor offered by IIDA to its members. IIDA’s College of Fellows honors those whose activities and efforts have benefitted and…
Presented in conjunction with the Textile Museum of Canada’s 40th anniversary, Home Economics explores the unique stories and histories that have informed hooked rugs in Canada, the highly recognizable forms of folk art with roots in 19th-century North America. Featuring over 100 hooked rugs from the Museum's rich archive of international material culture, the exhibition…
Sue Gravelle, director of Professional Development for the Interior Designers of Canada (IDC), is retiring. Her last day will be July 17. Gravelle has been an indispensable part of the IDC team for 11+ years and will be greatly missed by staff and members alike. Countless people have had the pleasure of benefiting from her…
The Textile Museum of Canada is pleased to announce "Watercolour," a cultural project presented in partnership with the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan American Games. Celebrating the culture and artistry of Pan American nations, "Watercolour" will comprise 41 sails featuring artwork by one artist from each participating country. Encompassing work from internationally renowned to emerging and…
Last week saw the opening of AyA Kitchens & Baths' new 1,000-square-foot Castlefield showroom, featuring highlights from AyA’s principal style offerings to inspire discerning homeowners and professionals. Side by side to the also-new GE Monogram Design Centre, the much anticipated showroom features three gorgeous kitchens in distinct styles: Urban, Transitional and Classic, featuring the best…
Some big news for the smallest room in the house: GODI is pleased to announce its arrival in Canada, and with it, a sense of fun and European style in bathroom furniture that so often goes missing in traditional vanities and ceramic products. “We’re creating a completely different bathroom experience,” says Katerina Zherinova, president and…
Judging day for the 18th annual Best of Canada Design Competition took place last week - and the results are in. However, please be patient, as we will not announce the winners until the end of the summer. Our September/October issue is our special Best of Canada issue - which will make it all official.…
Diamond Schmitt Architects is pleased to announce the appointment of three team architects to the position of associate with the company: Liviu Budur, Dan Gallivan and Nigel Tai. At the same time, the company promoted Jennifer Mallard to senior associate. “These advancements acknowledge the contribution these talented architects have brought to a wide…