Toronto Design Offsite's TO DO Tour Will Explore Geary Avenue
Riley von Niessen — January 12, 2018 — Social Good
References: madedesign & todesignoffsite
The 2018 Toronto Design Offsite Festival is set to kick off on January 15 and will run until the 21st, with its TO DO Tour of Geary Avenue taking place on the final day, from 2 until 3:30 PM.
A total of five participants will showcase their work throughout the tour, with MADE Design, the product design company that's operated by Shaun Moore starting it off. Following this, attendees will head over to four other studios: Watson Soule, Janet MacPherson, GUILD eyewear, and PARTISANS.
By taking part in the TO DO Tour of Geary Avenue, attendees will have the chance to explore creative spaces that aren't usually open to the public, while learning about how the former industrial neighborhood has evolved to home them.
A total of five participants will showcase their work throughout the tour, with MADE Design, the product design company that's operated by Shaun Moore starting it off. Following this, attendees will head over to four other studios: Watson Soule, Janet MacPherson, GUILD eyewear, and PARTISANS.
By taking part in the TO DO Tour of Geary Avenue, attendees will have the chance to explore creative spaces that aren't usually open to the public, while learning about how the former industrial neighborhood has evolved to home them.
Trend Themes
1. Creative Space Tours - In-person tours of hidden creative spaces offer unique experiences for consumers and the opportunity for businesses to showcase their workspace.
2. Design Festivals - Design festivals provide a concentrated platform for businesses and individuals interested in showcasing innovative ideas and products.
3. Neighborhood Transformations - Exploring how neighborhoods evolve and transform can provide inspiration for businesses seeking to repurpose or reinvigorate an area.
Industry Implications
1. Interior Design - Interior design firms can leverage the trend of creative space tours to showcase their unique design aesthetic and offer consumers experiential glimpses into their work.
2. Event Planning - Event planning companies can utilize the popularity of design festivals and tours to create unique and immersive experiences for attendees.
3. Urban Planning - Urban planning firms can learn from examples of neighborhood transformations showcased during tours and festivals to inform and inspire their own projects.
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