Luxury Without Limits
The 2025 Living Luxe Design Show momentously reshaped the landscape of creativity and luxury as the first of its kind in Canada. And the best is yet to come, say organizers.
Written by Susan Kelly | Photography by George Pimentel & Tyler McKeag | Show Director and Show Partner: Diana Pires | Venue: Toronto Congress Centre
Some milestone events live on, becoming treasured memories. For Canada’s design community—and everyone who loves style and luxury—the 2025 Living Luxe Design Show presented by JennAir was an unforgettable one. For a third year, the extraordinary show brought together the best in design, architecture, fashion and real estate at the Toronto Congress Centre from April 24 to 27.
Unprecedented in the country, the luxury design show, where Living Luxe Magazine came to life, was founded by its dynamic publishing team, Jennifer Lipkowitz and Anthony Sirianni, in partnership with Diana Pires of Diana Pires Events. “People are still raving about last spring’s edition and can’t wait for the next one,” says Lipkowitz. “So much more than just a show, it was an immersive experience where guests didn’t just witness luxury; they lived it.”
Jennair
Kohler
Living Luxe
OE Design Gallery by Omid Taba
HP Canada
Cava Surfaces
So much more than just a show, it was an immersive experience where guests didn’t just witness luxury; they lived it.
More than 21,000 people thronged the Toronto Congress Centre over the course of the glam, high-energy four-day event. “From the moment they arrived, we wanted people to be immersed in a truly unique experience reflecting the essence of global design and craftsmanship—a journey for the senses,” says Diana Pires, LLDS show partner.
Integrating Fashion, Nature and Art
Fine art became an additional facet to the glittering show spectrum with The OE Design Gallery, an exclusive experience designed and sponsored by Omid Taba of OE Design. A meticulously curated collection of artworks spanning multiple mediums was available for purchase. “The energy at our booth was electric,” Taba says. “People were coming and going all day, and we felt it.”
Sculpture by 3DMAN
Bomanite
ADM Design
Rosarium Luxury Roses
“IT was the place to be that weekend for aficionados of interior design, architecture, fashion, and real estate.”
Attendees were greeted at the entrance by original art installations: a vibrant hummingbird suspended high overhead, sipping from a hibiscus flower by co-artistic sponsor Tsemko Decor. “Love of nature, and how it builds connection and inspires design, was interwoven into the show’s layout,” Pires says. Continuing, extraordinary 12-foot-tall, winged giraffes—ethereal sculptures crafted by 3DMan of Vaughan—came into view. Completing the ambience: strains of live music playing from a chic piano lounge wafted throughout.
“The entrance, with its colourful sculptural elements, was striking and created a beautiful first impression,” says LLDS exhibitor Maryam Alavinasab, designer and co-owner of M&M Interior Design of Toronto. “Everyone was stopping to take photos and videos.” She was also struck by the unique figure-eight runway in the centre of the hall, over which cascaded ludic abstract acrylic sculptures. As a designer, she thought the elevated aesthetics added to the professional feel of the event. “We also enjoyed attending the fashion shows there,” she says of the twice-daily events curated by Toronto Fashion Academy that spotlighted top local designers. “They were creative and inclusive, showcasing many different styles.”
CohenX Lancaster Custom Cabinets & Closets X Title Building Group
Igne Ferro Architectural Fireplace Studio
Better Marble
“From the moment they arrived, we wanted people to be immersed in a truly unique experience reflecting the essence of global design and craftsmanship—a journey for the senses.”
Bloomsbury Kitchens & Fine Cabinetry
M&M Interior Design
Modern Sense Furniture x ARKLAB
JCG - Jafari Construction Group
Luxeme Kitchens
On Centre Stage
Each day, the JennAir Main Stage boasted an impressive lineup of thought-provoking panels and talks, imparting the secrets behind some of the country’s most iconic design firms. The show’s roster of speakers represented la crème de la crème of Canada: designers Jeffrey Douglas, Lori Morris, Katie Hunt, Jane Lockhart, Beverley Binns and Erica Gelman, and TV personalities Amanda Aerin and Joan Kelley Walker, among many others. Eminent designer Alessandro Munge’s keynote address was a powerful reminder that design has no limits, only possibilities. And elite industry insiders were present during Sunday’s Buzz Buzz Media conference focusing on high-end design and real estate.
Among Day One’s presenting speakers were Harvey Wise and Robin Nadel, the dynamic duo behind the prestigious Toronto design firm Wise Nadel Design. “We were on an illustrious panel. Sharing the stage with respected colleagues from the industry deepened the experience for us,” Nadel says. “And all of the talks were very well attended and provided informative, valuable insights.” Alongside Anne-Marie Armstrong of AAmp Studio and Jeffrey Douglas of Douglas Design Studio, the duo was more than qualified to speak on Award-Winning Design Methodologies. “The LLDS stands out for its commitment to recognizing and celebrating excellence in all areas of the design community and beyond,” she says. “And although there is a competition, the overall atmosphere is one of appreciation and recognition for all of us.”
Binns Kitchen + Bath
David’s Fine Linens
Eurostar Windows
Canaroma Bath & Title
Cabernet Kitchens & Fine Cabinetry
Action Home Services
Floorence Tile & Slab
“We also enjoyed attending the fashion shows. They were creative and inclusive, showcasing many different styles.”
Presenting sponsor JennAir, back for a second year, hosted a panel on Designing the Modern Luxury Kitchen that included top designers Sarah Keenleyside and Amanda Aerin. “It’s been great to see how the team continues to evolve the show year over year to ensure