by | Sep 16, 2026
AI adoption is moving fast across architecture, design, and manufacturing – but simply using the technology doesn’t always mean it’s delivering real value. Firms are testing new tools, experimenting with workflows, and figuring out where AI can genuinely save...
by | Aug 13, 2026
Explore the Canadian design aesthetic! From coastal homes and Quebec farmhouses to Prairie modernism, West Coast architecture and the cottages of Ontario and Muskoka, Canadian design is deeply influenced by landscape, climate, craftsmanship and regional identity.This...
by | Jul 31, 2026
Designers don’t always agree and that’s what makes this session worth attending! In this fast-paced live debate, top designers Annaliesse Kelly of AK Design and Olivia Botria of Dart Studio go head-to-head on the choices that define every kitchen: appliances,...
by | Jul 31, 2026
This session explores how population diversity is reshaping residential design from second kitchens and oversized refrigeration to prayer spaces, hidden prep zones, and bathrooms designed for multiple generations under one roof. Designers will share how they’re asking...
by | Jul 31, 2026
No sugarcoating. Just a hard look at the new realities of residential design in Canada and what it now takes to survive and grow.Design professionals no longer sell aspiration alone, they are defending every dollar. Today’s clients are more cautious, more informed,...
by | Jul 31, 2026
Is the era of the massive trophy kitchen finally running out of steam? Homeowners are questioning wasted square footage, oversized islands, and spaces designed more for social media than real life. In today’s market, smarter is starting to beat bigger.This session...
by | Jul 31, 2026
Designers are under increasing pressure to source locally, but the reality isn’t always straightforward. Not everything is made in Canada, lead times can vary, and clients still expect access to global brands, especially at the high end. Even sourcing through Canadian...
by | Jul 31, 2026
Canada’s most influential homeowners are getting older and they’re not planning to leave anytime soon. By 2030, every baby boomer in Canada will be over 65, while the oldest Gen Xers are now entering their 60s. Together, these generations hold enormous housing wealth...
by | Jul 31, 2026
In the inaugural year of Kitchen + Bath Canada, which brands, products, and ideas truly broke through? This fast-paced closing session brings the Design Advisory Group together for a live, unscripted conversation about the standout discoveries that captured the...
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