Room with a view: Streamsong's Leaf lobby. Photo by Albert Hurley

Just relax: U.S. firm Alfonso Architects designs the Streamsong Resort in Florida

U.S. firm Alfonso Architects has designed the Streamsong Resort located in Polk County, Florida. Nestled in the Bone Valley, the 16,000-acre property includes a 316,000-square-foot lodge, 42,000-square-foot golf clubhouse, four restaurants, spa and conference centre. As well as designing the two buildings, lead architect Alberto Alfonso, AIA, also designed custom lighting, furnishings, spa products, staff…

July 8, 2014

YOO Montreal: minimal style. Rendering by CNW Group/YOO Montreal

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Say “Yoo-hoo” to YOO MONTREAL, a luxury development designed by YOO Inspired by Starck

Set to be built in the "Future Cultural Corridor" of Montreal's Griffintown district, YOO Montreal - designed by YOO Inspired by Starck - will soon become one of most sought-after addresses in the province of Quebec. This luxury residential development, located at the corner of Ottawa and Young streets, will comprise more 96 apartments over…

June 19, 2014

Says Adele Rankin, senior associate, B+H CHIL Design, "The overall design was inspired by Regina's rich, prairie history and the region's rapid industrial growth. Guests are able to experience Regina's open skies and vast wheat fields through the use of blue and ochre and subtle wheat motifs in public spaces"

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Regina’s DoubleTree by Hilton is among top three finalists in the 10th Annual Hospitality Design Magazine Awards

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Centre Regina is among the top three finalists in the prestigious Hospitality Design Magazine Awards in the "Public Spaces – Midscale/Economy" category. This is the first time a hotel in Regina or Saskatchewan has been recognized by the Hospitality Design Magazine Awards. The hotel, owned and managed by SilverBirch…

April 23, 2014

The Homegrown Design Challenge is an open competition that challenges Canadians to present ideas for low-cost, easy-to-implement landscape design solutions for front yards, backyards, balconies, schoolyards and laneways within the Homegrown National Park boundary

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Announcing the Homegrown Design Challenge: calling for simple green design solutions for Toronto’s gardens, schoolyards, alleys and balconies

Workshop Architecture and the David Suzuki Foundation are excited launch the Homegrown Design Challenge, as part of the Homegrown National Park Project. The Homegrown Design Challenge is an open competition that challenges Canadians to present ideas for low-cost, easy-to-implement landscape design solutions for front yards, backyards, balconies, schoolyards and laneways within the Homegrown…

April 4, 2014

Axor Starck Organic. The bathroom collection from renowned designer Philippe Starck combines unique design with a highly sensual water experience, with low consumption. Axor Starck Organic also guarantees responsible use of the vital element of water. This is borne out by a revolutionary control concept and numerous functional and ecological qualities. The collection therefore appeals to both heart and intellect in equal measure and also blends in with a variety of style worlds

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Hansgrohe/Axor recognized for excellence, winning a plethora of awards

Hansgrohe/Axor is starting 2014 with a number of prestigious honours under its belt. Organizations in the U.S. and abroad have lauded the company for its innovation and ingenuity in design in the kitchen and bath industry. Says Sibylle Mair, interim president of Hansgrohe N.A., “Whether it is here at Hansgrohe North America, or at our…

March 24, 2014

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Lofty ideals

White but not whitewashed. Modern but with a touch of vintage. Open plan but with private areas. And studded with small, curious details that both surprise and delight the eye. Designers Alice Tacconi and Mirco Onesti, founding partners in design and communications agency Reverse Innovation, based in Milan, have converted a former industrial workshop into…

January 23, 2014

George Foussias bolsters Quadrangle's capacity and capabilities within the hospitality, residential and entertainment industries

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Quadrangle duo

Quadrangle welcomes its latest member of the interiors team, senior designer George Foussias, who bolsters the studio’s capacity and capabilities within the hospitality, residential and entertainment industries. Foussias brings over 15 years experience as a designer and project leader on award-winning international work. Through his love of photography and participation at art and design festivals, he is…

December 10, 2013

The award-winning Bouroullec brothers created a majestic chandelier made of Swarovski crystal. whose sweeping grace and modern lines integrate harmoniously with the historically charged location. Photo courtesy Studio Bouroullec

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The Bouroullecs light up the Palace of Versailles

A dramatic new chandelier created by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec, with the support and expertise of Swarovski, lights up the entrance to the King’s Grand Apartments at the Palace of Versailles. It is the very first permanent artwork in Versailes - a great honour for the Bouroullec brothers. Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec won the commission…

November 20, 2013

Shovel ready (from left): Phillip Crawley, publisher of The Globe and Mail; Minister Brad Duguid; David Gerofsky, CEO First Gulf; Toronto Mayor Rob Ford; and Toronto Councillor Pam McConnell

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The Globe and Mail breaks ground

First Gulf officially broke ground today on The Globe and Mail Centre located at 351 King St. E. scheduled for completion in 2016. With more than 130 guests in attendance, and dignitaries including Minister Brad Duguid, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford and Toronto Ward 28 Councillor Pam McConnell, the event marked a new era of revitalization…

October 30, 2013

The Fairmont Royal York is said to be haunted by a former employee who hanged himself in a 19th-floor stairwell

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BOO!

In honour of Halloween, a provincial association of masonry building experts has compiled its Top 5 list of the scariest brick, block and stone buildings in Ontario. To narrow down their list, the judges exacted ghoulishly high standards that looked at such fright-inducing criteria as the frequency of ghostly sightings; the number of deaths and…

October 25, 2013