Call for entries in the Design Educates Awards 2022

Many architectural and design awards recognize and promote the “beauty” of successful design. But the Design Educates Awards goes one step further. It seeks design that offers true added value, as an additional benefit with long-term implications (resulting from the educational aspect). The Design Educates Awards (DEAwards) recognize even subtle forms of artistic communication that…

October 13, 2021

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Formica Corporation opens its fifth annual FORM Student Innovation Competition

Formica Corporation announced the opening of the 2022 FORM Student Innovation Competition. The annual competition invites architecture and interior design students in the U.S. and Canada to showcase their creativity through original furniture designs that feature Formica Brand products. 2021 Competition-1st place To celebrate the fifth anniversary, students this year will be asked to create their…

September 10, 2021

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Andreu World launches its 20th international design contest

Andreu World launches its 20th international design contest and opens registration for 2020/2021 to both students and professionals worldwide. To compete, a sustainable seat and/or table design must be presented that meets all the specifications provided in a brief. The category of seats includes: chairs, armchairs, lounge chairs, stools, benches and sofas. The category of tables includes:…

August 4, 2021

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History in the making: Marieville Library

June 29, 2021

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DesignTO issues Call for Submissions for 2022 edition

Anyone interested in presenting an independent project, curated exhibition, symposium, residency, or be a Host Venue for DesignTO’s 12th edition in January 2022, portals are now open to submit proposals. 2022 Call for Independent Projects Independently produced projects are integral to the Festival’s structure. DesignTO welcomes all who want to present, discuss, demonstrate, or exhibit design in…

June 25, 2021

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Canadian students win the 2021 FORM Student Innovation Competition

Two Canadian students from the Université de Montréal are the winners of Formica’s 2021 North American FORM Student Innovation Competition . Second year Industrial Design students, Bénédicte Laurent and Martin Gonzalez Godoy have set themselves apart with their “Toboom” design, a multi use piece of furniture for children. Projects were submitted under the theme…

May 26, 2021

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Three Wetstyle Products Recognized by Good Design Awards

WETSTYLE has been recognized with GOOD DESIGN awards for its Mood bathtub, Stellé Vanity collection, and Feel shower base collections. “We are proud to be recognized by such a prestigious body for the innovation and quality of our product lines,” says Mark Wolinsky, President of WETSTYLE. “It’s a validation of the passion and tireless…

April 20, 2021

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Ceramics of Italy 2021 Tile Competition deadline extended

After 28 years of honoring North American architects & designers for their creative use of Italian tile, the Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition is accepting submissions for its 2021 edition and has extended the deadline to April 1 at 11:59pm EST. With past winners like Perkins & Will, Renzo Piano Building Workshop and Gensler - Confindustria Ceramica & the Italian…

March 1, 2021

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The International Garden Festival unveils the 2021 designs

The International Garden Festival has unveiled the names of the new designers and their gardens chosen for the 22nd edition of the Festival. Five new projects from Canada, the United States, France and Sweden have been selected to be featured at the 2021 edition of the International Garden Festival. Running on the theme of "Magic Lies…

February 3, 2021

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UBC opens the Margolese National Design for Living Prize

The University of British Columbia’s School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture (SALA) has announced a call for nominations for the Margolese National Design for Living Prize, a $50,000 award recognizing a Canadian citizen who is making a profound impact on the built environment. “SALA is delighted to host the Margolese National Design for Living Prize —…

January 27, 2021