The Gold medal project started with a client Paul Boniferro who wanted to make better use of his rooftop space to enjoy a quiet treetop retreat to entertain and relax with friends. Inspired by the natural north Toronto surroundings near Sunnybrook, he wanted an outdoor space he could enjoy all four seasons and that was an extension of his indoor living areas

BonaVista Pools wins three awards

BonaVista Pools won honours at the 2014 Design and Construction Awards hosted by the Pool and Hot Tub Council of Canada in three categories: residential outdoor self-contained spa or portable hot tub (Gold); concrete hot tub and pool combination (bronze); and swim spa/current pool (also bronze). The Gold medal project started with a…

January 8, 2015

Mjolk (2959 Dundas St. W.) is proud to present the first North American retrospective of Norwegian design firm Anderssen & Voll. After 10 years of collaboration at the Oslo-based Norway Says, founders Torbjrn Andersen (born 1976) and Espen Voll (born 1965) created a new firm

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TO DO in January: highlights of the Toronto Design Offsite Festival 2015

The Toronto Design Offsite Festival (TO DO) is an annual city-wide platform for the exhibition and engagement of independent design in Toronto, showcasing unexpected prototypes, immersive installations, and unique programming. As always, it complements the 2015 Interior Design Show (Jan. 22-25), running Jan. 19-25. TO DO is an annual festival that celebrates the unique diversity…

December 22, 2014

Lladr presents a collection of ornaments created together with the American art collaborative FriendsWithYou

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Spanish handmade-porcelain maker Lladr launches a collection in collaboration with FriendsWIthYou

Lladró presents a collection of ornaments created together with the American art collaborative FriendsWithYou, made up of Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III, two renowned contemporary creatives. Their sleek, brightly coloured ornaments and tree toppers are conceived to arouse our imagination and bring a smile to our faces, making us realize that we are all…

December 15, 2014

RAIC The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada is a voluntary national association, representing 4,800 members. The RAIC advocates for excellence in the built environment, works to demonstrate how design enhances the quality of life and promotes responsible architecture in addressing important issues of society

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The RAIC President’s Award in Architecture is now open for submissions

The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada invites entries for the 2015 President’s Award for Media in Architecture. Deadline for submissions is Jan. 8, 2015. This award recognizes storytelling about buildings and cities that promotes understanding of architecture and the role of architects in the daily life of Canadians. The entry can be a single endeavour…

December 11, 2014

The new North Atrium lounge will be barrier-free in conformity with modern standards of universal accessibility

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Government of Canada announces an architectural rejuvenation – by Diamond Schmitt – of the National Arts Centre

Today the Government of Canada announced $110.5 million in capital funding for the rejuvenation and transformation of the National Arts Centre (NAC) on Confederation Square in Ottawa. The project designer is Diamond Schmitt Architects. Originally completed in the late 1960s, the NAC is a landmark building with a range of performance and production spaces. Designed…

December 10, 2014

Inscape, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of office furniture, has been initiating change in workspace design for the past 125 years

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William-Sonoma’s West Elm + Inscape Corporation = a promising partnership

Home furnishings retailer West Elm, a member of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. portfolio of brands (NYSE: WSM), and Inscape Corporation (TSX: INQ) recently announced an exclusive partnership that capitalizes on the strengths of each company to reimagine the user experience in the commercial furniture market. In Spring 2015, the two brands will launch West Elm Workspace,…

December 8, 2014

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Jaga Climate System’s Hotsofa turns an existing radiator into a welcoming “hot seat”

Jaga Climate Systems, a leading developer of energy-efficient heating and cooling solutions, has introduced the Hotsofa, an innovative bench that transforms an existing radiator into a comfortable seating area. Ideal for commercial spaces - such as museums, airports or other community spaces - the Hotsofa is a heated bench that keeps users warm in cooler…

December 5, 2014

David Rockwell sits down with "enRoute Magazine" editor-in-chief Ilana Weitzman to talk about his body of work, including some of his most recent design projects, and the inspiration behind his new book "What If...?: The Architecture and Design of David Rockwell." Portait by Blandon Belushin

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On your marks! Top 5 things not to miss at IIDEXCanada Dec. 3-4

With IIDEXCanada finally with us, here are five not-to-miss events to check out over the course of the show. DAVID ROCKWELL Wed., Dec. 3, 4–5 p.m. New York designer David Rockwell sits down with enRoute Magazine editor-in-chief Ilana Weitzman to talk about his body of work, including some of his most recent design projects, and the…

December 2, 2014

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Teknion introduces the first science-based guidelines for sit-to-stand desks

It’s a Wild West out there for sit-to-stand desks, which adjust height quickly and easily to allow a user to do the same task whether seated or standing. Sit-to-stand desks are all the rage now, thanks to their health benefits and improved worker productivity. Those who change positions throughout the workday are at lower risk…

November 27, 2014

One element of "Snowfall" is "Frost," an impressive 20-foot high sculpture

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Studio F Minus’s “Snowfall” transforms Toronto’s Brookfield Place into a winter wonderland

Earlier this week, Brookfield Place Toronto unveiled its ambitious holiday collaboration with Toronto artists Studio F Minus. "Snowfall" is a landmark commission and will appear in the Allen Lambert Galleria and its adjacent lobbies annually to mark the holiday season. Conceived by Studio F Minus as a fresh celebration of winter, the installation consists of…

November 27, 2014