In Progress – A Sheridan College Exhibition
Jan 17
– Jan 26 2020
window installation
Displayed in the windows at Aquavato, this exhibition features housewares and furnishings created by emerging designers from Sheridan College’s Industrial Design program. From contemporary metal seating to artful home accessories, works on display will provide visitors with a look at the talent that exemplifies the identity of the program, now in its sixth year.
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Part of KEDD Night: an evening of DesignTO Festival receptions, talks, and events across the King East Design District on Monday, January 20, 6-9pm.
Participants
Rebecca Collins, Erik Irwin, Eric Kirwin, Alan Ngo, Wakako YamaguchiAcknowledgements
Accessibility
Is this venue accessible by wheelchair or similar mobility devices? This includes access to washrooms and all aspects of programming/events.
Yes
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Jan 20, 2020
6:00pm – 9:00pm
256 King Street East, Toronto
Window installations are viewable 24 hours a day.
- Design Education
- Furniture Design
- Industrial Design
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