IDS 11 Random Roundup

There were so many awesome new products and fabulous ideas at IDS 11 that I want to share with you, but it would take a year to write a detailed post about every item. So.....today's post is entitled Single Photo Random Roundup of the coolest things I saw at the show. Each photo includes a brief description of the item and the name of the exhibitor, but you can get even more information by clicking on each photo for a direct link to the item pictured on the vendor's website. Enjoy!!

Timothy Oulton
Available @ UpCountry

Hand Made Egyptian Pendant Lights
Available @ SNOB

Custom Canadian Fine Furnishings
Including Jane Lockhart's Platinum Series
Available @ Gresham House

Dinamarquesa Chair
Available @ Avenue Road

Lomence Modern Crystal Piano
Available @ Grand Piano House

STYLE NORTH

Custom and Artist Series Wallpaper
Available @ Rollout

Pillows Made From WWII Silk Maps
Available @ Atelier 688

PROTOTYPE

K-27 Stool
Contact: Amy Keeler@gmail.com
(Sorry! No link available.)

Tarukaisen Bottle Lamp

Available @ Fact Initiative

The HUB Chair

Available @ 608 Design

All photos by Pamela Graham for Cherish Toronto.

IDS Trends from ELTE, IKEA

There were a few trends that showed at IDS this year: Bright Colours. And Black. What a contrast!

Bright Colours: At ELTE, the focus was on Second Life Rugs which is "A collection of Turkish & Persian antique rugs and kilims which have been neutralized, redyed and given a 'Second Life' in cool, contemporary colours." This revitalization opens up the antique rug market to a larger audience, since these rugs look appropriate in both traditional and modern environments. The practice also keeps these older rugs in homes and out of the landfill.









Black: The Ikea booth at the centre of the IDS floor featured an ALL BLACK "goth" kitchen. What a difference from last year's booth!! Picture black cabinetry, black counter tops, black fixtures, black back splash. To stimulate visual interest, there is a mix of textures - a resplendent counter top, a glossy faucet, shimmering back splash tiles and a dash of stainless steel. I think Ikea went overboard for dramatic effect, but this clearly signals the dethroning of the all white kitchen.

All photos by Pamela Graham for Cherish Toronto.

IDS 2011: Most Eye Catching

I don't want to go on and on and on and on about IDS 11 and bore you all to tears, so today's roundup is a quick bunch of photos from my favourite booth, the Style at Home & Beauti-Tone collaboration.

Why is this my favourite? Hmmm...let's see:

Vivid Colours.
Paint Can Chandelier.
Striped Floor.
Alanna Cavanagh Artwork.
Chinoiserie Cabinet.
Tufted Blue Velvet.
Pink Walls.

All photos by Pamela Graham for Cherish Toronto.

IDS 2011: The Great Canadian Outdoors

There are few things Canadians look forward to more than the warmth of spring and summer weather. Like eager butterflies, the moment the snow melts, we emerge from our cocoons and flock to backyards and cottages. No longer content to kick back on the deck in folding aluminum chairs, home owners seek a comfortably furnished outdoor space to relax.

I found two outdoor furniture companies at IDS 11, each on opposite ends of the affordability scale. For those with a healthy budget, and who want investment pieces that will last a lifetime, Andrew Richard Designs has an amazing selection of high quality pieces. A more affordable option is the stylish new Sung Outdoor line of outdoor furniture available at The Bay.

Andrew Richard Designs
A birch bark wall, so organic!!

Tuuci Mercury Bed:

NEW! Stainless Steel and Teak Cityscape Collection:

NEW! Stainless Steel and Teak Silhouette Sofa:

SUNG Outdoor
Blackwatch Collection, a classic!

All photos by Pamela Graham for Cherish Toronto.

IDS 2011: Sibling Revelry Exhibit

Sunday was the final day to take in IDS 11 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. I spent 5 hours walking the floor of the show, chatting it up with exhibitors and snapping more than 140 photos. My personal favourite feature was the Sibling Revelry exhibit, where four sets of siblings designed a 600 square foot space together.

For their conceptual space, My and Thien Ta Trung found inspiration through experimentation. They used an innovative material, Concrete Cloth, to form the walls of their space, applied wrinkled paper to the walls, used gravel as flooring and filled the space with a cascade of tropical plants.




Brothers Glenn and David Dixon were inspired by the story of a young Japanese girl who had been diagnosed with leukemia. The girl, Sadako Sasaki, was told by a friend that if she could fold 1000 cranes she would be granted one wish, the wish to be well again. Sadako spent her days folding these cranes, hoping to reach 1000, but was able to complete only 600 before she passed away. Here in the Dixon brothers' space, 1000 cranes hang from the ceiling as a symbol of hope and peace.




The third Sibling Revelry space was created by Brothers Dressler: Jason and Lars. These twin brothers are both designers and manufacturers, with a focus on responsibly sourced materials and local production. The 'branches chandelier' is a true show stopper.



The space designed by Sarah and Theo Richardson was a fun collaboration, using reverse engineering which saw Theo's products surrounded by Sarah's signature design aesthetic. Each room features a single primary colour, and was designed around at least one of Theo's pieces. See if you can spot the 'Theo' in each room.

EAT

WORK

SLEEP

Did you spot the 'Theo' in each room? Here are the answers:

Photo 2: In The Right Light & Light Without Darkness
Photo 4: Branch Floor Lamp & Bias Clocks
Photo 6: Excel Wall Sconce
Photo 9: Clinker End Table
Photo 12: Russian Doll End Tables

Interesting concepts, well planned spaces and excellent execution from all of the Sibling Revelry participants. It was a pleasure to meet the Dixon brothers, Brothers Dressler and Theo Richardson. Congratulations on a great show!!


All photos by Pamela Graham for Cherish Toronto.