Opening Night Party / Thursday, January 23, 7 – 11 p.m.
METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE
IDS played host to the biggest design party of the year. 5,500 industry movers and shakers converged on the IDS show floor for a night of local food, drinks and entertainment. Partygoers got a sneak preview of the show, as well as the opportunity to bid on a special auction, with proceeds benefitting the ONEXONE children’s foundation.
The beverages, snacks and dj-ed music were fun, too.
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International Guest of Honor Patrizia Moroso. She will speak on Fiday at 1 p.m.
The newest and most innovative in international and Canadian products are annually presented by 300 exhibitors. Inspirational exhibits feature both emerging and established designers; and highlight international interior design, architecture and industrial design trends. The most influential architects and designers from around the world share their design philosophies and experiences within the international keynote speakers program.
Camal Pirbhai / StudioLaBeaufe & Philip Brown / pab furniture
Judit Gueth Design
Simply White By Keren
My favourite items were the beautiful fireplaces, bathtubs and interesting chairs.
I also loved many of the creative ceramics on display.
QC Designs
imm living
There are so many beautiful and creative things to look at and imagine in your place or just for fun. You will need a whole day or even more to fully enjoy the Show. It is great to escape from the brutal cold outside into this “Wonderland.”
GE MONOGRAM
Text and photo: Margaret Irving
*The Interior Design Show is open: January 24 -26, 2014, METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE, North Building, Exhibit Hall A & B, 255 Front Street West. Hours: Friday 9 – 7, Saturday & Sunday 10 -7 p.m.