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Ikea Versus the Furniture Hackers

Ikea Versus the Furniture Hackers

Big brands go to great lengths to shut down copycats and knock-off manufacturers. But Ikea misfires when it goes after the designers who hack its products to make them more customizable.

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February 9, 2015

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Top Picks from IDS West

Top Picks from IDS West

10 furnishings and installations that stole the spotlight at Vancouver’s annual design show.

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September 27, 2013

Section: Design

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A Laneway House Up for Grabs at IDS West

A Laneway House Up for Grabs at IDS West

Taking place September 19 to 22 in Vancouver, IDS West is the ultimate destination to take in west coast design. This year, the main attraction is a custom-built home – to be auctioned for charity – featuring a kitchen from Minimal, lighting from Bocci and a range of high-end finishes and design pieces from Italinteriors.

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September 10, 2013

Section: Design

Highlights from the Interior Design Show West 2012

Highlights from the Interior Design Show West 2012

Piero Lissoni, a bar by Bocci and one really huge tree entertained the crowds at Vancouver’s biggest annual design event.

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October 16, 2012

Section: Design

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IDS West: The Wrap-Up

IDS West: The Wrap-Up

From local designers Brent Comber and mth woodworks to international star Tom Dixon, Azure highlights 11 things we loved at Vancouver’s Interior Design Show.

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October 13, 2011

Section: Design

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What’s On: Vancouver’s IDS West

What’s On: Vancouver’s IDS West

The west coast’s annual interior design show kicked off yesterday and serves up the greatest and grandest in residential design until October 2.

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September 30, 2011

Section: Interiors

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