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SUMMARY:DesignTO: The Toronto Design Festival
DESCRIPTION:DesignTO\, in Toronto Festival returns in Toronto from January 24 to February 2\, 2025\, marking its 15th anniversary. Recognized as Canada’s premier annual design festival\, DesignTO transforms Toronto into a vibrant nexus of creativity\, presenting over 100 complimentary exhibitions and events. Over the past 15 years\, the Festival has welcomed more than 1 million attendees\, showcased the work of over 6\,500 creatives\, reached an audience of 2.6 billion through media coverage\, and generated $120 million in tourism impact. This year’s Festival presents bold and innovative ideas addressing critical issues such as the climate crisis\, social justice\, and advancements in technology. \n“DesignTO is not merely a festival; it is an ‘anti-loneliness machine\,’” remarked co-founder Christina Zeidler. The Festival serves as a platform where creativity fosters connections\, inspiring a future that is more sustainable\, equitable\, and filled with joy. \nDiscover Interior Design Show – IDS in Toronto \n2024 DesignTO Festival Launch Party  \n\nDesignTO festival and the promotion of schools and young designers\nIn collaboration with the University of the Arts London (UAL)\, DesignTO highlighted Canadian and British designers. In addition\, faculty\, students and alumni from UAL and OCAD dialogued with each other and with experts in the field\, talking about research and creativity in design. \nDesignTO Youth\, on the other hand\, is a community engagement program that gives young people access to creative disciplines\, culminating in a public exhibition of their work at the DesignTO Festival. For 2022-23\, DesignTO Youth has partnered with JAYU\, a charity that shares human rights stories through the arts and conversation. Thus\, young artists have the opportunity to imagine Toronto’s future. \nThe DesignTo Awards\nThe DesignTO Awards started in 2013 with the iconic design brand Herman Miller. Since then\, the DesignTO Awards has partnered with organizations such as DIALOG and Yabu Pushelberg. \nDesignTO recognizes design excellence in the Festival each year with up to 24 DesignTO Awards. An annual jury of designers and industry experts vote for the ‘Founders\,’ ‘Emerging Artist/Designer’ and ‘Best Product’ awards\, as well as three ‘Best in Festival’ categories and three ‘Juror’s Choice’ each\, while the public votes for four ‘People’s Choice’ awards. \nAwardees are recognized and celebrated through DesignTO’s extensive network. Prizes accompany most awards. \nDiscover Milan Design Events 2025 \nDesignTO 2024 \nExplore the DesignTO 2025 Festival Schedule\n2025 DesignTO Launch Party \nDate & Time: January 24\, 2025 | 7–11 PM\nLocation: Harbourfront Centre\, 235 Queens Quay West\, Toronto \nCelebrate the start of DesignTO’s 15th Festival at the official Launch Party! This event brings together Toronto’s creative community while raising funds for the non-profit Festival. \nEnjoy a one-night-only installation by Toronto artist Asli Alin\, preview the ‘REVIVE’ exhibition at Gallery 235\, and explore new exhibitions showcasing works in lighting\, sculpture\, glass\, textiles\, and more. Dance to music by DJs Fly Lady Di and Delicious. \nAt the Conjuring of Roots\, I Wished to Meet Me… \nDates: January 1–31\, 2025\nLocation: Sankofa Square\, 1 Dundas Street East\, Toronto \nPhotographer and visual artist Delali Cofie presents a series of photos on five digital screens\, exploring themes of identity and heritage. \nBIPOC Portfolio Collaboration 2025 \nDates: January 30–31\, 2025\nFormat: In-person and online \nHosted by Gensler\, this collaboration offers BIPOC students a chance to engage with industry professionals in architecture\, interior design\, landscape architecture\, and more. \nBubble Quilt \nDates: January 24 – February 2\, 2025\nLocation: 55 St Clair Avenue West \nStudio Rat’s immersive installation transforms reclaimed waste plastics into an inflatable\, glowing quilt\, inspired by traditional patterns. \nDiscover Courmayeur Design Week-end \nDesignTO 2024 \nDesignTO Talks: Net Positive \nDate & Time: January 31\, 2025 | 2 PM\nLocation: Ace Hotel Toronto\, 51 Camden Street\, Toronto \nThis half-day event gathers ten multidisciplinary experts to discuss innovative\, abundance-driven responses to the climate crisis.\nTickets: $40 + HST (member discounts available) \nDesignTO Youth: Story Story\nDates: January 25 – February 15\, 2025\nLocation: Collision Gallery\, 30 Wellington Street West\, Toronto \nA group exhibition featuring nine emerging artists from the DesignTO Youth program\, reflecting on themes such as family\, identity\, and femininity. \nDesignTO Youth Story Story – Lacework by Mal Yu \nDwell \nDates: January 24 – February 2\, 2025\nLocation: Union Station (West Wing)\, 65 Front Street West\, Toronto \nA design exhibition that offers moments of pause in the busy urban environment. Showcasing furniture\, florals\, rugs\, and animation\, it invites visitors to reflect and reconnect. \nIdeas Forum: Labour in Architecture \nDate & Time: January 28\, 2025 | 12 PM\nFormat: Online \nThis panel discussion\, hosted with the Toronto Society of Architects\, delves into the workplace dynamics of architecture teams and their evolving practices. \nREVIVE \nDates: January 24 – March 30\, 2025\nLocation: Gallery 235\, Harbourfront Centre\, 235 Queens Quay West\, Toronto \nThis exhibition features works by seven local and international artists\, exploring endangered creative practices through sculpture\, installation\, photography\, and more. \nSurface Impressions \nDates: January 24 – February 21\, 2025\nLocation: Umbra Concept Store\, 165 John Street\, Toronto \nAn exhibition exploring how creative processes can transform materials in unexpected ways\, with contributions from nine local and international designers. \nThe Invisible Tide \nDates: January 24 – February 1\, 2025 (specific dates vary)\nLocation: Mason Studio Cultural Hub\, 91 Pelham Avenue\, Toronto \nA sensory installation by Mason Studio that immerses visitors in an unfamiliar yet resonant journey through light\, sound\, smell\, and touch. \nWhy visit\nSome data show that the DesignTO festival has a very positive impact on Toronto. In 13 years\, the Festival has produced over 1\,000 events. It has involved over 6\,000 artists and designers. Visitors to the various events\, including exhibitions\, presentations and talks\, totaled more than 160\,000 in 2024\, over 950\,000 since 2011\, attracting more than 19\,000 tourists. And the figures on the economic impact generated by the DesignTO festival on Toronto are really interesting. In fact\, the Festival produced more than $11.3 million in tourism spending\, increasing direct GDP +$5.9 million\, and $9.5 million in total economic impact on GDP. \nThe DesignTO festival engages the design community and citizens in a positive development throughout the city. The events\, exhibitions\, and presentations revolve around all the issues surrounding design. Several talks\, with experts and internationally renowned designers\, address a wide range of topics.  \nThe aim of the Festival\, in fact\, is to make the general public love design and understand its value. \nWith more than 100 exhibitions and product presentations\, talks\, and guided tours\, the DesignTO festival is an ideal place to expand design knowledge\, especially among the general public. \nDesignTO\, various locations\, Toronto\, January 24-February 2\, 2025\nDesignTO is a design festival open to the general public\nSize: 500 exhibitors\, designers and artists\, 160.000 visitors in 2024\nVisit website DesignTo.com for more info on venues and exhibitions
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SUMMARY:Architecture festival Elev8: a celebration of architecture and design
DESCRIPTION:Elev8\, a dynamic architecture festival by The Architects Diary\, is bringing together the brightest minds and trailblazing thinkers across India. This prestigious event is set to take place in Ahmedabad\, Gujarat\, on February 1–2\, 2025\, as an offline gathering that promises to inspire\, connect\, and ignite change. With over 2\,000 attendees expected\, the third edition of Elev8 celebrates meaningful conversations\, cutting-edge ideas\, and the collective power of the design community. \nThe theme for 2025\, “Building a Legacy – A Vision for Generations\,” explores how design can create lasting impacts\, spark transformative change\, and shape a resilient future. The architecture festival Elev8 provides a platform for exchanging insights\, fostering collaboration\, and amplifying the voices shaping the architecture and design industry. \nDiscover Milan Design Week \n \nWhy architecture festival Elev8 is Unmissable\n1. Curated Excellence\nElev8 2025 prioritizes quality with its carefully curated sessions\, featuring thought leaders\, celebrated architects\, and industry experts. Explore the latest trends\, tackle pressing challenges\, and dive into innovative solutions transforming the design world. \n2. Immersive Experiences\nStep beyond traditional events with hands-on workshops\, experiential installations\, and tech-driven showcases. Engage directly with pioneering ideas and solutions designed to redefine design and architecture. \n3. Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration\nElev8 bridges architects\, designers\, builders\, engineers\, and brands\, fostering meaningful conversations and partnerships that spark actionable insights. \n4. Future-Forward Focus\nThis year’s architecture festival highlights sustainability\, emerging technologies\, and cutting-edge practices. Elev8 is the hub for future-oriented professionals committed to shaping the future of architecture\, engineering\, and construction (AEC). \n5. Unmatched Networking Opportunities\nWith a meticulously curated attendee profile\, Elev8 facilitates one-on-one networking\, connecting top-tier professionals\, brands\, and influencers in meaningful and impactful ways. \n6. Festival-Like Atmosphere\nBlending learning with celebration\, Elev8 offers a vibrant\, creative environment. From interactive design showcases to cultural performances\, this event is more than a festival—it’s an experience that inspires. \nDiscover Milan Salone del Mobile
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LOCATION:Atma House\, Atma House\, Ashram Rd\, Vishalpur\, Muslim Society\, Navrangpura\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat 380009\, India\, Ahmedabad\, Gujarat\, 380009\, India
CATEGORIES:Design Summit & Conferences
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