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The House That Snaps Together

The House That Snaps Together

Bone Structure, based in Laval, Quebec, has brought its patented construction to Ontario, with a model home going up in Caledon. Founder Marc Bovet shares how his company is revolutionizing the home construction biz.

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February 21, 2014

Section: Architecture

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Must-See: This is Not a Toy

Must-See: This is Not a Toy

At Toronto’s Design Exchange, a show co-curated by music and fashion mogul Pharrell Williams is bursting with collectible designer toys brimming with character and mischief.

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February 12, 2014

Section: Curiosity

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Three Award-Worthy, Potentially Life-Changing Initiatives

Three Award-Worthy, Potentially Life-Changing Initiatives

A portable stove with reduced carbon emissions. A syringe that warns you of prior use. Flatpack refugee tents with integrated solar panels. One of these three ingenious finalists will win the World Design Impact Prize.

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February 5, 2014

Section: Design

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Six Sweet Bedside Tables

Six Sweet Bedside Tables

From such brands as Ligne Roset, Flou and Blu Dot, bedside companions to punch up the bedroom.

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January 30, 2014

Section: Design

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AZ Asks: Luca Nichetto on Designer-Led Manufacturing

AZ Asks: Luca Nichetto on Designer-Led Manufacturing

Italian designer Luca Nichetto talks to Azure‘s Catherine Osborne about the changing roles of designers and manufacturers. This is the second in a five-part series, coinciding with our October 2013 print feature on alternative ways designers are getting their stuff made.

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September 24, 2013

Section: Design

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Brilliant accessories for kitchen, bath and beyond

Brilliant accessories for kitchen, bath and beyond

Seven vibrant new products, from such innovative brands as Alessi, Joseph Joseph and Normann Copenhagen.

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May 30, 2012

Section: Interiors

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Sideboards to show off

Sideboards to show off

The latest from Muuto, Ligne Roset, Lema and Horm.

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January 6, 2012

Section: Interiors

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Daniel Young and Christian Giroux win Sobey Art Award

Daniel Young and Christian Giroux win Sobey Art Award

The Toronto artists have nabbed the prestigious $50,000 prize for their sculptures, films and installations, which riff on Donald Judd, Ikea and Home Depot.

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October 18, 2011

Section: Curiosity

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BoConcept and Jardin de Ville in Toronto

BoConcept and Jardin de Ville in Toronto

Denmark’s BoConcept and Montreal’s Jardin de Ville recently joined the slew of furniture showrooms in Toronto’s design district.

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May 24, 2011

Section: Interiors

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