A Night of Distinction

Events

Oct 13

The Living Luxe Awards Show returns with a sold-out, black-tie celebration honouring the very best across design, architecture, real estate, and inspirational impact.

By Jamie Mendel | Photography By George Pimentel | Event Planner & Show Director: Amber Walker Events

Held at Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex on April 18, 2026, the Living Luxe Awards Show emerged as one of the most anticipated highlights of the Living Luxe Design Show—selling out in record time. Set against a striking backdrop of blue gowns, the evening unfolded as an elegant black-tie affair under the theme Blue Fire Royale, with guests dressed to the nines in shades of royal blue. The evening celebrated the highest level of excellence across the country’s design community. “We are honoured to celebrate Canada’s top talent and social impact,” Jennifer Lipkowitz says.

This year’s winners included: Kohler (Innovator Award); Amanda Aerin (Women Entrepreneur of the Year); Blackdoor Development Company (Luxury Condominium); Forest Hill Real Estate (Brokerage Excellence); Cosentino (Inspirational Showroom); Prosun Architects (Architectural Innovator); Easton Homes (Mastermind Builder); Suki Choi (Inspirational Impact); House of Tori (Emerging Talent); DaNico Restaurant (Dine & Design); Better Marble (People’s Choice); Douglas Design Studio (Living Luxe Award); and Cava Surfaces (Outstanding Booth Design).

The esteemed panel of judges included Steven Sabados, designer and artist; Jane Lockhart, principal designer of Jane Lockhart Design; George Sully, founder and creative director of Sully & Son Co., Nadia Di Donato, vice president and creative director of Liberty Entertainment Group; and Lorne Rose, principal architect of Lorne Rose Architect Inc.

The Dine & Design category was judged by Anthony Sirianni, chief operating officer of Living Luxe Magazine and co-founder of the Living Luxe Media Group; Steven Branco, chief creative officer of Stamina Group Inc.; and Amanda Aerin, executive creative director of Amanda Aerin.

Beyond the awards, the evening was marked by a series of memorable moments. Jennifer Lipkowitz and Anthony Sirianni were presented with a House of Commons plaque of recognition by Anaida Poilievre and MP Anna Roberts. The celebration culminated in a heartfelt wedding proposal, as Sirianni proposed to Lipkowitz—an unforgettable moment shared with close friends.

Tariq Darwish, Joe Barranca, Amy Maxted, Natale Barbiero, Val Franso

Nick Di Donato, Nadia Di Donato, Daniele Corona

Vinh-Le, Kevin Brooks, Deborah Vero, guest, Luca Campacci

Anthony Di Pietro, guest, Marialisa De Gasperis, Debbie Di Pietro, Ralph Di Pietro, Alexis Di Pietro

Anthony Sirianni proposing to Jennifer Lipkowitz

. mp Anna Roberts, Jennifer Lipkowitz, Anthony Sirianni, Anaida Poilievre

amanda aerin, marla baker, Amy Hampton-Davies

Steven Sabados, George Sully, Karim Rashid, Guest

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