News of the week

Montréal Reveals its Good Design Practices

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:09:00 GMT

The Design Montréal office, in collaboration with the Ministère québécois de la Culture, des Communications et de la Condition féminine, as well as with the City of Montreal, has just launched its good design practices booklets, entitled "Imaginer, réaliser la ville du 21e siècle."

No Jealousy Here

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:08:00 GMT

Some designers have been using decals to dress up walls for a while, but now windows, blinds, tables, sofas, chairs and cushions are entitled to the same treatment.

A Design Back-to-School

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:07:00 GMT

The Centre de design at UQAM has just announced its 2008-2009 programme.

Architects' Gardens

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:06:00 GMT

After announcing its program a few weeks ago, the Reford Gardens' International Garden Festival is finally open; in addition to its permanent gardens, visitors can enjoy 13 contemporary gardens created by teams of designers and architects from around the world, until October 5.

Back to Basics

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:04:00 GMT

Maison&Objet's Observatoire has completed its 13th inspirations booklet, with a focus on simplicity; it's a preview of the trends and influences to watch for in 2009 in the design world.

Montréal As Seen By Wallpaper

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:09:00 GMT

The Wallpaper City Guides, a series that began in 2006 to mark the 10th anniversary of England's famous Wallpaper magazine, are aimed at design and architecture aficionados, and the Montreal guide has just been published.

Graphic Tour

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:08:00 GMT

Montreal's GSM Design has created the scenography and the design for the Passagers / Passengers exhibition featured at the Espace 400e in Québec City since June 3rd.

New Awards at the Prix D'excellence in Architecture

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:07:00 GMT

The Ordre des architectes du Québec is issuing a call for nominations and the programme for the remittance of the 25th Prix d'excellence in architecture: this special edition will feature new awards, a new publication and several public events.

One Location, One Theme... Many Possibilities

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:06:00 GMT

Prior to this fall's opening of its WorkShop studio and its permanent exhibition hall, Moodroom took advantage of its participation at the Sidim to introduce its concept to Montrealers.

Travelling Light

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 04:05:00 GMT

Two students from the DESS (diploma of advanced specialised studies) in transportation equipment design at the school of design of the UQAM, have built a model of a light rail transit (SLR) for the Longueuil transit system.

Capturing the Soul of a City

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:09:00 GMT

Graphic designer Philippe Lamarre, co-founder of the multidisciplinary design studio Toxa and of Urbania, a quarterly magazine, has received the first Phyllis Lambert Design Montreal Grant, worth $10,000.

The Chair as a Work of Art

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:08:00 GMT

Melinda Pap, a visual artist for nearly 20 years, is adding object design, or, more specifically, chairs, to her portfolio.

Painting and Architecture, Together at the CCA

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:07:00 GMT

Until October 5, the Canadian Centre for Architecture (CCA) is showing "Will Alsop: OCAD, An Urban Manifesto," an exhibit comprising some 50 sketches and preparatory drawings done by architect Will Alsop during the creation of the Sharp Centre for Design at the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) in Toronto.

Montreal and Quebec Unite for the 400th

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:06:00 GMT

For its 400th anniversary, the City of Montreal has given Quebec City a work of public art entitled "Rêver le nouveau monde," which consists of 44 chairs made of stainless steel.

Keeping Up With The News

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 04:05:00 GMT

Quebec architects and designers are equipped with a new tool to promote their accomplishments: Volume2, a communications and graphic design agency, has just launched its news services, which specialises in art, architecture and design.