Photo: courtesy of IDS.

Philippe Malouin is an up-and-coming Canadian designer based out of London, England. Born in Montreal he worked part-time for Tom Dixon’s Studio in London, while also working on his own designs. He then established his own studio. In 2012, Philippe received the W Hotels “Designer of the Future” award, and the Wallpaper Design Awards “Best Use of Material” award.

Photo: courtesy of IDS.

This year the day winds up with JURGEN MAYER H. a highly regarded German architect and artist.

“Jürgen Mayer H.’s work is full of ideas made into forms. A product of some of the top schools, including The Cooper Union and Princeton University, he focuses on the intersections of architecture: the grey zones where architecture blurs into art, embraces technology and new materials, and excites visitors to be inspired by the built environment around them. From urban planning schemes and buildings, to installation work and sculpture.” IDS

The Design Pass: this is totally new this year and how fabulous is this? All kinds of special discounts to places like the Gardiner Museum, AGO, The Design Exchange and Textile Museum of Canada as well as complimentary access to IDS.

Photo: courtesy of AGO.

Emerald:

Pantone’s official colour of 2013 is Emerald. Expect to see this jewel-tone on everything from furniture to wallpaper and back again.

Photo: courtesy of Pantone.

Colour & Style Trends 2013 Presented by Para:

Style trends from the runway and beyond have influenced edgy design styles and interiors since the dawn of design. Just like fashion designers, interior designers are always looking to the latest trends in textiles, colours and materials for inspiration. No wonder we’re so excited for Para Paint’s 2013 colour and style trend report from their in-house designer, Janine May.

Photo: courtesy of Para