
SATURDAY APRIL 26TH, 2025
Saturday April 26th, 2025
7:00pm – Cocktails, 3 Course Dinner & Awards Ceremony
Liberty Grand – Exhibition Place, 25 British Columbia Rd, Toronto, ON M6K 3C3

Innovation, and Excellence
Experience the pinnacle of distinction at the Living Luxe Awards Show, presented by Living Luxe Magazine. Our event will be an exclusive celebration honoring the forefront of interior design, architecture, fashion, and real estate. Join us for a night that recognizes those who are reshaping their industries with their unparalleled dedication and innovation; where distinction meets success.
MEET OUR JUDGES
Living Luxe has carefully curated luminaries defining excellence within Canada’s design industry as our Award Show judges. These five esteemed judges are set to highlight outstanding talent while recognizing local design brilliance.

AWARDS
Each award embodies a story of dedication, innovation, and excellence, honoring those who have not just succeeded but transformed their fields. The Living Luxe Awards Show isn’t just a celebration; it’s an ode to those redefining standards and elevating luxury living. It’s a tribute to the relentless pursuit of perfection and an inspiration for generations to come.
THE EXPERIENCE
- Awards Ceremony
- Evening Entertainment
- Open bar
- Black carpet photos
- Black Tie Event

NADIA DI DONATO

GEORGE SULLY

Lori Morris
For thirty-seven years Lori Morris has been reinventing the standard in interior design. Lori is a no rules artist who parlays a unique and unyielding take on sumptuous interior design, with a sexy, distinctive edge transforming the ultimate design dreams into a fully finished space.

Gianpiero Pugliese
Gianpiero Pugliese is the Founding Principal of Audax, a distinguished firm specializing in architecture, interior design, and construction across various domains, including residential estates, hospitality venues, and boutique condominiums. Gianpiero coined the term “Human Architecture,” a philosophy dedicated to restoring timeless design principles to contemporary practice. He holds a Master of Architecture from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley.

Martha Franco
Martha Franco is an architect and designer renowned for crafting luxurious environments that combine functionality and beauty with a distinct European flair. Based in Montreal and working globally, her firm is recognized for seamlessly integrating architecture, interior design, furniture and landscaping, creating cohesive and timeless spaces that reflect on each unique client. With a deep passion for history, Martha skillfully establishes a dialogue between past and present, incorporating elements from the past into transitional spaces that
better represent today’s narratives.
The “Outstanding Booth Design Award” is a prestigious accolade that celebrates exceptional creativity and innovation in both exhibition and graphic design. This award recognizes the exhibitor’s outstanding ability to create a booth that captivates and engages visitors through its extraordinary and distinctive presentation. This award shows their commitment to pushing the boundaries of visual aesthetics, making them a standout in both the exhibition and design industries.
The “Emerging Talent Award” celebrates individuals who are making remarkable strides in their respective fields, despite being in the early stages of their careers. This award acknowledges and honours the exceptional promise, dedication, and potential exhibited by these emerging talents.
Whether it be in the realms of interior design, fashion, home renovation, real estate, or any other area of expertise, this award highlights the outstanding contributions and achievements of those who are on the cusp of greatness. It serves as an encouragement and inspiration to young and aspiring individuals, showcasing the incredible impact that fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and hard work can have on their chosen fields.
The Emerging Talent Award is a testament to the bright future ahead for these individuals, and it signifies their potential to become influential leaders and trailblazers in their industries. It is a recognition of their talent and an invitation to continue their journey toward greatness.
The “Fashion Icon Award” is a prestigious award that recognizes and celebrates the exceptional talent, creativity, and influence of a designer within the fashion industry. This award honours their outstanding contributions to the world of fashion, marking them as a true visionary and trendsetter.
It signifies the ability of the designer to not only craft garments but to shape and redefine fashion trends, aesthetics, and styles. The Fashion Icon Award acknowledges their ability to capture the essence of their brand or vision and translate it into innovative and captivating collections that resonate with audiences worldwide.
This award serves as a tribute to the designer’s dedication to their craft, their relentless pursuit of excellence, and their capacity to inspire and influence the fashion landscape. It highlights their impact on the industry and their role in shaping the way people dress and express themselves. The Fashion Icon Award is a prestigious acknowledgment of their outstanding achievements and contributions to the world of fashion.
The “Inspirational Showroom Award” is a prestigious accolade that celebrates exceptional innovation and creativity in the world of showroom design. This award recognizes the showroom that stands out as a singular and extraordinary achievement in its ability to captivate and engage visitors through its distinctive and immersive presentation. It signifies the creator’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of design, creating a memorable and distinctive environment, and showcasing products or services in a truly exceptional way. This accolade is a testament to their commitment to providing a one-of-a-kind and inspiring experience for visitors, setting a high standard for showroom excellence.
The “Architectural Innovator Award” is a prestigious accolade that celebrates an architect’s exceptional talent, creativity, and influence in the field of architecture. This award recognizes the architect and architectural designer’s outstanding contributions to the built environment, showcasing their ability to design spaces that are both aesthetically inspiring and functionally innovative.
This honour serves as proof to the architect’s visionary design concepts, their dedication to pushing the boundaries of architectural possibilities, and their role in shaping the way we interact with and experience our surroundings. The Architectural Innovator Award signifies their profound impact on the architectural landscape, emphasizing their capacity to create structures that inspire, engage, and stand as timeless works of art. It is a recognition of their outstanding achievements and their pivotal role in advancing the field of architecture and design.
Please note that project nominations must be for projects built in the last 5 years. Renders will not be considered – finished projects only.
The “Mastermind Builder Award” is a prestigious distinction that honours the exceptional craftsmanship, innovation, and dedication of builders who excel in crafting bespoke residences and commercial properties of the highest caliber. This award celebrates their commitment to turning dreams into reality by creating exquisite, tailor-made homes that embody luxury and sophistication.
It signifies the builder’s ability to transform visions into architectural masterpieces, showcasing meticulous attention to detail, top-quality materials, and unparalleled expertise. The Mastermind Builder Award acknowledges their role in shaping opulent living spaces and setting a standard of excellence in the luxury housing market. This award serves as a testament to their outstanding achievements, creativity, and unwavering commitment to delivering the epitome of luxury in every custom home they construct.
Please note that project nominations must be for projects built in the last 5 years. Renders will not be considered – finished projects only.
The “Brokerage Excellence Award” is a prestigious honour bestowed upon a real estate agency that demonstrates exceptional prowess in the luxury property market. This award recognizes the brokerage’s ability to not only excel in the sale of high-end real estate but also to employ innovative and imaginative marketing strategies to showcase these exclusive properties.
The award celebrates a brokerage’s commitment to providing unparalleled service to affluent clientele and highlights its capacity to effectively market luxury homes through unique and attention-grabbing campaigns. Whether through stunning visual presentations, cutting-edge technology, or out-of-the-box promotional tactics, the recipient of this award showcases a deep understanding of the luxury real estate market and an unwavering dedication to pushing the boundaries of creativity in their marketing efforts. This award serves as a symbol of excellence in the world of luxury real estate, setting a benchmark for industry standards.
The “Luxury Condominium Development Award” is a prestigious honour that recognizes exceptional innovation and creativity in real estate development. It celebrates the condominium project that stands out for its extraordinary architectural design, and commitment to providing residents with an unparalleled lifestyle experience. This award signifies the developer’s dedication to redefining urban living and setting a new standard for excellence in the industry.
The Luxury Condominium Development Award serves as a testament to the project’s visionary design and its significant impact on the urban landscape. It acknowledges the developer’s commitment to creating a distinctive and remarkable residential space that captures the imagination and embodies forward-thinking concepts in real estate development.
Please note that project nominations must be for projects built in the last 5 years. Renders will not be considered – finished projects only.
The “Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award” is a prestigious accolade that celebrates and honours the remarkable achievements and leadership of women who have made significant contributions to the world of business and entrepreneurship. This award recognizes their dedication, vision, and entrepreneurial spirit that have not only led to the success of their ventures but have also served as inspiration to others.
It symbolizes the breaking of barriers and glass ceilings in the business world, showcasing the incredible impact of women entrepreneurs on industries of all kinds. This award acknowledges their ability to navigate challenges, create innovative solutions, and build thriving businesses, all while serving as role models for future generations of aspiring entrepreneurs.
The Woman Entrepreneur Award is a testament to the resilience, creativity, and determination of these women, highlighting their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the business community and society at large. It serves as an inspiration to empower and uplift women in entrepreneurship and emphasises the importance of recognizing and celebrating their achievements.
The “The Living Luxe Award” recognizes excellence in the world of interior design. This award celebrates exceptional talent, creativity, and commitment to transforming spaces into breathtaking, harmonious environments that reflect their clients’ unique visions and lifestyles. It signifies their ability to blend innovation, aesthetics, and functionality seamlessly, elevating the art of interior design to new heights. This accolade acknowledges their influence in shaping interior design trends, setting industry standards, and leaving an indelible mark on the world of aesthetics and ambiance creation.
The “Product Innovation Award” stands as a testament to the groundbreaking spirit of Canadian design excellence. This prestigious accolade recognizes and honours the ingenuity, originality, and visionary thinking encapsulated within products proudly made in Canada. Embracing the essence of aesthetic allure, exceptional design, unparalleled creativity, and an unmistakable touch of uniqueness, this accolade seeks to celebrate the trailblazers within Canadian craftsmanship. It highlights not only the beauty of design but also the transformative power of creativity in shaping a product that resonates with the world.
The Inspirational Impact Award celebrates the generosity of an individual who has been committed to their various philanthropic efforts throughout the year. This award recognizes the passion and unwavering altruism of an individual who is a true humanitarian in our great city, making a real difference in the lives of others and in the causes that they support.
Their donations, be that of their time, experience, skills, talent, or financial support, are helping to make waves and their outstanding contributions deserve to be recognized.
Winners of this award are leaders in their communities and continue to encourage and inspire those around them to rise up and contribute in meaningful ways, not only locally, but nationally and beyond.
This award celebrates excellence in the design of the places where we dine, gather, and celebrate; it recognizes those spaces in the hospitality industry that truly inspire their patrons with their atmosphere and overall guest experience, both upon entry and throughout their visit. Winners of this award are social places that are exemplars of unique and creative design paired with innovation to foster a space that is not only beautiful but is also functional – a place you want to be. These vibrant spaces encourage social interaction in a welcoming, desirable, and comfortable environment.
The Living Luxe Awards celebrates the epitome of distinction. It is a celebration of the paragons of interior design, architecture, fashion, and real estate and honours the relentless passion and groundbreaking achievements of creators, innovators, and trendsetters, and will come alive with an exclusive gala.
Join us for our inaugural Awards Gala to celebrate the best of the best in Canada’s Luxury Interior & Exterior Design Community.
Please check out all of the criteria for each award required to apply here.
The application criteria differs for each award, so be sure to check out the specific requirements for those you wish to apply for.
There is no limit to the number of nominations you may submit. It is highly encouraged that you nominate not just your own work, but some of your favourite projects completed by your industry peers.
You certainly can! Click here to get started!
Congratulations! If you have been nominated for an award, you will be notified by the LLDS team and will be asked to submit the supporting information required to complete your application portfolio.
No, there is no fee for award nominations.
Yes; at this time, the Living Luxe Awards will be celebrating Canadian Excellence in the Interior & Exterior Design World.
The Deadline to submit nominations and all supporting information is January 26, 2025 by 11:59pm.
Our judging panel is comprised of 5 remarkable names in Canada’s Design Industry. Hand-picked for their talent, prestige, and notability, our curated list of judges will be thoroughly reviewing all finalists to select the Winner per category.
Click here to learn more about our fabulous judging panel.
Please note eligible projects for submission must have been completed in Canada within the last 5 years in order to be considered.
Finalists will be contacted by March 3rd, 2025.
Tickets to the 2025 Awards Gala can be purchased by clicking here.
Yes – we would love to have all of our nominees present at The Living Luxe Awards Gala to enjoy the festivities and be present for the formal Awards Ceremony.
We would love to chat in more detail regarding these opportunities – please send us an email to [email protected] with your interest and we will set up a meeting to discuss in more detail.
Please send us an email to [email protected] with your inquiry.
Congratulations to our 2024 Award winners!
THE GUPTA GROUP
LUXURY CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT AWARD
JACK CREASY
EMERGING TALENT AWARD
SEBASTIAN GUARIN
FASHION ICON AWARD
UNION LIGHTING & FURNISHINGS
INSPIRATIONAL SHOWROOM AWARD
AUDAX ARCHITECTURE INC.
ARCHITECTURAL INNOVATOR AWARD
TITLE BUILDING GROUP
MASTERMIND BUILDER AWARD
BARRY COHEN HOMES
BROKERAGE EXCELLENCE AWARD
IGNE FERRO INC.
PRODUCT INNOVATION AWARD
BRENDA DANSO
WOMAN ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR AWARD
LORI MORRIS DESIGN
THE LIVING LUXE AWARD
HELEN ORO
INDIGENOUS ARTISTRY AWARD
MICHAEL LONDON
CUTTING-EDGE BLACK DESIGNER AWARD
WISE NADEL DESIGN
OUTSTANDING BOOTH DESIGN