DesignTO’s Board of Directors is seeking an experienced, visionary Executive Director to lead its non-profit arts organization, producing Canada’s largest design festival, into its next phase of growth and impact.
Author Archives: DesignTO
A New Future for DesignTO – A Message from DesignTO’s Board Chair
DesignTO enters a new chapter of its 15-year journey. And, with that, comes change
A Message from Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow
Mayor Olivia Chow, on behalf of Toronto City Council, proclaims January 24 – February 2, 2025 as “DesignTO Festival Week” in the City of Toronto.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Attirail Design Office
Gilbert Fortin of Attirail Design Office shares how various interests and combined experiences led to a comprehensive collection of activity-related products and gear.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Deepikah RB
Interdisciplinary artist Deepikah RB shares how she decided to move her practice away from machines and into a world of wonderment.
New Year, Fresh Takes on Social Equity
We turn our attention to the justice pillar and dive into how design can help create a more equitable future for all.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Fran Erazo
Fran Erazo of Culturans explores the importance of collaboration and finding ways to create meaningful connections.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Jessie Sohpaul
How Jessie Sohpaul found a place between the worlds of art and design.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Judith van den Boom
Designer, researcher, and educator Judith van den Boom embraces change and evolution in her career.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Mari Koppanen
Designer and researcher Mari Koppanen draws inspiration from the transformative impact of fungi.
Maximize Your Festival Experience: Venues and Neighbourhoods Packed with Projects
While the 2025 DesignTO Festival has exhibitions, events, and installations across the city of Toronto, you’ll notice there are areas with higher concentrations of Festival programming popping up.
Artist & Designer Spotlight – Amunì
Designers Dominic Montante and Eugenio Schiano of Amunì on the influence of their roots on their work.
