Pixels turns a CGC metal ceiling or wall-mounted panel system into a "canvas" upon which images can be displayed.

Pixels debuts

CGC Inc. has announced the launch of Pixels (TM), the first design product of its kind in Canada, aimed at the commercial marketplace. Pixels turns a CGC metal ceiling or wall-mounted panel system into a "canvas" upon which images can be displayed, transforming blank surfaces into customized, interactive visuals. "Pixels exemplifies CGC's tireless commitment to innovation and industry…

February 15, 2011

From left: Wayne Tuck, senior vice-president of sales & marketing, Beaulieu Canada; Karel Vercruyssen, CEO, Beaulieu Canada; Joanne LaPointe Braun, director, CURE Foundation; Roslyn Smolash, director, CURE Foundation; Odile St-Pierre, executive administrative assistant, Beaulieu Canada.

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Beaulieu Canada at its best

Beaulieu Canada, Canada's largest carpet manufacturer and flooring distributor, recently presented JoAnne La Pointe Braun, director of CURE Foundation, with a check for $25,000. The donation was made just one year after the start of Beaulieu Canada's partnership with CURE. The foundation was established in 1996 and supports breast cancer research, education and equipment. …

February 9, 2011

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Caesarstone Canada Wins 2011 Design Award For “Best Green Sustainable Product”

Quartz surfaces manufacturer Caesarstone has their recycled product has been honored by the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) with the 2011 Design Award for the Best Green Sustainable Product in the kitchen and bath industry. Caesarstone Canada was recognized for this achievement on Saturday, February 5th at the NKBA Gala during the awards ceremony…

February 8, 2011

Clockwise from top left Cary Wolfe, Stanley Saitowitz, Todd Saunders, Stephen Teeple, Rene Daoust, Elizabeth Meyer.

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Spring lectures

The John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design at the University of Toronto is pleased to announce the Bulthaup Spring 2011 Lecture Series. Richard Sommer, dean and professor of Architecture & Urbanism at Daniels notes that the school has a significant role to play in broadening and strengthening the university's engagement with its city through…

February 1, 2011

Pictured is the M Bath from the M Collection by WETSTYLE.

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Nexterra Green Homes announces five partners for LivingHomes project

Toronto-based Nexterra Green Homes has named five partners whose products match the LivingHome project goals of sustainability, environmentally sound materials, modern design and energy efficiency. An announcement was made in Toronto at IDS11, followed by a five-booth tour that included Euro-Line Appliances, WETSTYLE, aquabrass, Benjamin Moore and CaesarStone, The first home being installed in…

January 31, 2011

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The art of Michael Lewis

Toronto's Meredith Keith Gallery will be exhibiting Michael Lewis's new painting and watercolour series from Jan. 7 to 29, 2011. The opening wine and cheese reception will take place on Fri., Jan. 14 from 6 to 9 p.m. Michael Lewis's new art pieces explore the tension between civilized professionalism and wild fantasy. In his series, he juxtaposes…

December 21, 2010

During his more than 30-year career, Leszek M. Muniak - familiarly known as Les - has worked with a wide variety of clients on hundreds of building code and fire protection projects across Canada, the United States, and the Middle East.

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Les the Leader

Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) and the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) have presented Leszek M. Muniak, co-founder and principal of the Toronto-based Larden Muniak Consulting Inc., with the prestigious 2010 IIDA Leadership Award of Excellence. The award, which recognizes outstanding contributions to the profession of interior design, was presented at the fourth annual IIDA…

December 10, 2010

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Calligaris comes to Toronto

Fine Italian furniture maker Calligaris recently opened its first Toronto store, which showcasing the renowned brand's elegantly modern and imaginative designs for the home. The opening of Calligaris Toronto Store comes as Italy enjoys a return to the top of the design world, thanks to its user-friendly modernism – beautifully reflected in the Calligaris collection.…

December 1, 2010

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Korson comes to Woodbridge

Korson Furniture Design has come to Woodbridge, Ont., home of Campio, Kingsdown and Superstyle. One of Canada's leading manufacturers and distributors of quality furniture and home accents has opened a new state-of-the-art facility, including a showroom, manufacturing plant and warehouse. The new facility is located near the intersection of Highways 7 and 427, just 10…

November 30, 2010

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Interface raises sustainability bar

Interface Inc. has announced that, as part of its "Mission Zero" commitment to eliminate negative environmental impact by 2020, the company pledges to obtain third-party validated environmental product declarations (EPDs) on all InterfaceFLOR products globally by 2012. The worldwide leader in design, production and sales of environmentally responsible modular carpet has also unveiled a report…

November 25, 2010