Design

Toronto Celebrates Innovative Visionaries at 2025 Urban Design Awards Gala

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The City of Toronto recently announced the winners of the 2025 Toronto Urban Design Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to the city’s architecture and design. The awards recognize projects and individuals that enhance Toronto’s landscape and promote sustainable urban living. This year’s ceremony highlighted a diverse array of projects, spanning residential, commercial, and public spaces. These initiatives were evaluated by a panel of distinguished judges composed of architects, urban designers, and academics who assessed submissions based on criteria such as innovation, community impact, and aesthetic quality. Among the noteworthy winners was a mixed-use development, which was … Read more

Historic Tribute: Statue Design for Trailblazing Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander to be Revealed This July

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Philadelphia, Pa. — A statue honoring Dr. Sadie T. M. Alexander, a groundbreaking figure in law and economics, is set to be unveiled later this year after a selection process that will conclude by the end of July. Five finalists have been identified for the statue’s design, and a committee will announce the winning choice based on public feedback. Dr. Alexander made history as the first African American woman to receive a Ph.D. in economics in the United States and was also the first Black woman to graduate from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. … Read more

Vectorworks Architect 2025 Celebrated with Jury Award at Architizer A+Product Awards for Innovative Design Solutions

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Washington, D.C. — Vectorworks, Inc., a leading design and BIM software provider, has been recognized as a Jury Award Winner in the prestigious Architizer A+Product Awards for its latest release, Vectorworks Architect 2025. The award, which highlights excellence in design tools, was earned through a competitive evaluation process involving contributions from a diverse panel of architects and industry professionals. Vectorworks Chief Product Officer Darick DeHart expressed pride in the recognition, stating it underscores the company’s dedication to fostering creative expression among designers. He emphasized that significant improvements in the latest software iteration—including accelerated 3D modeling, … Read more

Redefining Design: iF DESIGN AWARD Jurors Highlight Social Impact as Key to Innovation and Community Empowerment

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In Hamburg, Germany, designers are increasingly recognizing the importance of social impact in their work. Members of the 2025 iF DESIGN AWARD jury, Cheryl Durst and Pascale Sablan, emphasize that the focus of contemporary design extends beyond mere aesthetics and functionality to encompass critical societal issues. Their engagement in the jury process highlights a significant shift in the industry, where equity, inclusivity, and sustainability are becoming essential components of design evaluation. Durst, serving as the Executive Vice President and CEO of the International Interior Design Association, and Sablan, a Fellow of the American Institute of … Read more