Join us on October 15 for an exciting two-part event exploring the architectural and cultural significance of the Citadel Theatre. Enjoy an exclusive tour of the iconic Citadel Theatre building and following the tour, join us for lunch and a panel discussion in the Tucker Amphitheatre. The panel will delve into the theatre's impact on the city and its architectural significance.

Theatre Building Tour
Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Citadel Theatre

Lunch and Panel Discussion
Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Tucker Amphitheatre

Hosted by: RAIC, Ian Mulder and David Murray

Tickets: $15-$25

Biophilia is a love of living things and of nature. Biophilic design incorporates elements of nature, connecting people to the natural environment through the use of direct nature, indirect nature, and space and place conditions. It can mimic the sensory delight of a hike through the woods, or bring nature’s smells, sounds, colors and textures indoors.

Biophilia has historically been considered a ‘nice to have’ benefit, but evidence-based design is demonstrating benefits such as employee attraction, wellbeing, performance and retention.

IN THIS SESSION YOU’LL DISCOVER:

• A real life case of how Biophilic Design strategies produce significant ROI

• The resources, tools and tips you can use to embrace this emerging field of design

Tickets: $5

Based on the Capital Modern website, this walking tour led by David Murray and Shafraaz Kaba will take you on around downtown to explore the impact of modernist design on Downtown Edmonton. Participants will learn about some of the most significant and interesting buildings of the mid-century and the people who built them.

Starts and ends at City Hall Plaza. Group will walk over to the kickoff event location after the tour!

Hosted by: Edmonton Heritage Council

Tickets: $15

Join us for an unforgettable experience at Edmonton Design Week 2024 as Seamless Spaces kicks off with the official EDW launch party. Hosted across two floors of the iconic Pendennis building, this showcase and party features the best and brightest furniture designers and pieces from across the province... and beyond. Check out the Student Exhibit and vote for your favorite student work for a our "Best in Show" award. Connect with industry professionals, designers, and enthusiasts while enjoying music, food, drinks, and inspiring conversations. This exclusive evening will be filled with excitement, networking, and celebration as we unveil the latest trends in furniture and interior design.

Trade exhibitor displays by Solutions Business Interiors with pieces from Haworth and Contemporary Office Interiors with pieces from MillerKnoll.Alberta designer furniture by Brix&Co, Loop, Kyle&Co, Studio June, Peppers Upholstery, Zavy Woodworks, Forge 53, Taitlin Studio, Vignettes, Crete Collective, Reichenbach Designs, Hereby, Nanook Designs, and more!

Student Showcase coordinated in partnership with the SDA and the Alberta Craft Council.

Hosted by: Loop, Brix & Co, Petra Fine Furnishing and OfLight in partnership with MADE

Tickets: $50

Rise and shine! Come and get energized by exchanging views over good food with fellow adventurers in Edmonton’s design and construction community and beyond before heading off to other EDW 2024 events.

This annual Open House and industry networking event is hosted by Next Architecture, and will be the first time it is open to the media / architecture / design community at large.

Hosted by: Next Architecture

Tickets: FREE

View a pop-up exhibit detailing the origins of the host firm dating back to 1938 when the iconic Rule Wynn Rule namesake was born, with stories and projects from the past 86 years, including unique innovations continuing to propel Next into the future.

Hosted by: Next Architecture

Tickets: FREE

Join S2 Architecture for an exclusive Design Studio Tour at our stunning Edmonton office, nestled in the beautifully restored historical Molson Brewery building. Discover how our innovative projects are shaping and enhancing the urban landscape of the city.

During the tour, we'll share insights into our core office values and demonstrate the cutting-edge tools and technologies that drive our design process. This event aims to engage and inspire the broader design community, fostering excitement, sparking ideas, and encouraging vibrant conversations.

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and explore the future of design with S2 Architecture!

Hosted by: S2 Architecture

Tickets: FREE

Join us for an engaging panel discussion that delves into the various approaches to multifamily development in the North Glenora community. This event brings together experts and stakeholders to explore the opportunities, challenges, and innovative solutions shaping the future of housing in this vibrant neighborhood.

North Glenora is at a crossroads, balancing its history with the need for sustainable growth and modernization. As the demand for multifamily housing increases, it’s crucial to consider different perspectives and strategies to ensure that development meets the community's needs while preserving its unique character.

Hosted by: Urban Land Institute

Tickets: $20

This walking tour will look at familiar buildings and spaces in downtown Edmonton and hear stories about the lives of the people who built and made their livings and lives in this “boom and bust” town. Cathy Roy, retired museum curator and 4th generation settler in central Edmonton will lead the tour.

We will walk from the Milner Public Library on 102 Avenue and 100 Street to the top of Grierson Hill and back. Participants are given a free copy of the booklet “ALHI Tour of Edmonton Working Class Heritage Buildings”.

Please consider the weather on the day of the walk and wear appropriate clothing and walking shoes. The walk is an approximately 3 km round trip.

Suitable for children over 12 who have an interest in history.

Hosted by: Alberta Labour History Institute

Tickets: $10

Join DIALOG for a timely panel and provocative discussion on the future of the former Royal Alberta Museum Site. We will use this significant landmark as a catalyst for discussion about the end of a building's useful life. Who decides when that is, and how do we determine what the future of the site or building is? How should a building be dismantled in a way that considers its carbon footprint and the ecological impact of its extensive material inventory? How should any future use honor the past of the site while still considering its next iteration? Three experts will weigh in on this important dialogue, highlighting the nuanced considerations for the future that must be considered thoroughly when exploring a decision of this magnitude. 

Hosted by: DIALOG

Tickets: $10

This panel will explore the evolving roles of creatives and entrepreneurs in the digital economy, with a focus on intersectionality and governance. Our distinguished panelists will share insights on how technology is reshaping design and innovation, emphasizing the integration of diverse perspectives and inclusive practices.

Hosted by: Edmonton Unlimited, Edmonton Startup Week, and Efn Pro

Tickets: $10

When Dr. Sarah Bonnemaison first heard about Jean Wallbridge and Marie Imrie, she was blown away by their incredible story. Here were two women architects, partners in work and life, who had a shared vision for what they wanted in the world. And despite all odds, they accomplished it. They were not interested in being famous or fashionable — they believed architecture should be comfortable, affordable, and delightful. In this talk, Sarah will share her extensive research on Wallbridge and Imrie and their remarkable lives and careers.

Dr. Sarah Bonnemaison is a professor of architecture at Dalhousie University. Her design practice specializes in tensile structures and festival architecture. Sarah is also a writer. Her books include Architecture and Nature and Installations by Architects as well as edited books and numerous book chapters such as “Queer Architecture?” Her passion lies on bringing history and theory to life through writing, exhibitions and video. She is currently writing a book about Jean Wallbridge and Mary Imrie.

This talk is part of programming for Mitchell Art Gallery exhibition, GLAD YOU CLOSER HOME / NEW WHITE WHISKER MARY by artists Cait McKinney and Hazel Meyer (September 20 - December 7), the Queer Horizons Speaker Series at the Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD) Speaker Series, MacEwan University, and Edmonton Design Week.

Hosted by: MacEwan Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity (CSGD), Mitchell Art Gallery (MAG)

Tickets: FREE

In this hands-on, charrette-style event, we’ll explore, design, and create placemaking interventions through the lens of play. How can we transform public spaces into playful, dynamic, engaging, and active places for all ages? How can we make sure these places embrace and welcome everyone? How can placemaking interventions go from transformation, to activation, to eventually become destinations in their own right?

This charette invites designers and design enthusiasts of all levels to imagine what’s possible for a revitalized Michael Phair Park, envisioning how playful activations could inspire creativity, foster community connections, and help transform the park into a vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic destination for all ages. Architects from hcma will coach and inspire with their own notes from the field designing successful placemaking interventions like Alley Oop and Ackery’s Alley in Vancouver, and Confetti at Michael Phair Park.

Hosted by: hcma, in partnership with MADE

Tickets: $25

Join us for a dynamic debate on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the design industry, a hot topic that is shaping the future of creative professions. As AI continues to evolve, it brings both opportunities and challenges to the world of design. This debate will delve into the current attitudes toward AI, exploring whether it is seen as a tool that enhances creativity or a disruptive force that threatens traditional design roles.

The discussion will focus on the implications of AI on careers in design, from graphic design to architecture, and everything in between. Will AI augment the designer’s toolkit, allowing for more innovation and efficiency? Or will it lead to the devaluation of human creativity, potentially replacing designers in the workforce? This event is a must-attend for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and design.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, a student, or just curious about the future of the industry, this debate will provide valuable insights into how AI is reshaping the creative landscape. Join us to explore the potential of AI in design and engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the future of the profession.

Hosted by: dTalks in partnership with MADE

Tickets: $25

How does Edmonton's Modern architecture fit into the heritage landscape and contribute to the city building conversation? This forum brings architects and heritage professionals together to discuss Modern architectural history in Edmonton. Join Tai Ziola (Dialog Partner and Architect) who will moderate a panel consisting of Sydney Gross (Principal Heritage Planner), Greg Whistance-Smith (Architect and Historical Researcher), and Dan Rose (Heritage Advocate) to talk about all things architecturally Modern in Edmonton.

The panelists will discuss new tools to assess Modern architecture, strategies to encourage rehabilitation over demolition, and enhancing the preservation culture in Edmonton. Attendees can expect to learn about Modern architectural history in Edmonton, our greatest Modern examples, and new initiatives to protect resources as they become eligible for heritage designation.

Hosted by: The City of Edmonton

Tickets: $10

Hi Signs is excited to host an exclusive shop tour during Edmonton Design Week, showcasing our innovative and high-quality work on projects worldwide, including the Sky Lagoon Spa in Reykjavík, Iceland, and the Banff Gondola. This event aims to provide attendees with a behind-the-scenes look at our state-of-the-art fabrication facility, demonstrating the meticulous process that transforms design concepts into functional and aesthetic signage solutions. Placemaking experiential fabrication.

Attendees will explore various stages of production, from initial design and material selection to advanced fabrication techniques and final installation. The tour will feature case studies of successful projects, highlighting the impact of effective signage and placemaking on user experience and space utilization. Through engaging discussions and practical demonstrations, we aim to inspire and educate fellow designers and architects about the pivotal role of signage in creating cohesive and navigable environments.

Hosted by: Hi Signs

Tickets: $15

An in-depth tour of artists Cait McKinney and Hazel Meyer's exhibition.

The artwork was created from the resonance of the archives and modernist buildings that queer architects Mary Imrie and Jean Wallbridge left behind

Learn about how McKinney and Meyer's work exists in the gap the the Imrie and Wallbridge archive using speculative methods and through experimenting with the aesthetics and materials of modernism.

Hosted by: The Mitchell Art Gallery (MAG)

Tickets: FREE

Join Alberta Craft, Saturday, October 19, 2024, for an opportunity to learn the ancient craft of coiled basketry with artist Tralynn Ganter. In this 2-hour afternoon workshop students will learn the fundamental techniques of creating a coiled basket with raffia. Learning the basic techniques during this class will prepare students up to create coiled baskets with varying materials and at different scales in the future. This workshop is intended for students aged 12 and up.

Tralynn is a local Edmonton artist and recent graduate of the Indigenous Entrepreneurship Diploma Program at Portage College in Lac La Biche. Tralynn is of mixed Cree, Métis, and German ancestry currently living in treaty 6 territory. Her works are her story of reconnecting to her indigenous roots. Talynn works with multiple materials and techniques such as intricate beadwork, caribou tufting, porcupine quills, fish scales, leather work, sewing techniques and basketry. Oftentimes, combining different forms to make beautiful mixed media pieces. Tralynn has a true passion for what she does and is super excited to be able to share her knowledge of the art of Coiled Baskets.

Tickets: $40

Ever wondered about the people who designed the building you live in, and why they made it that way? On October 19, join ECAMP for a public walking tour of Spruce Avenue’s Garden Court townhome complex, designed in the 1950s by Edmonton architects Mary Imrie and Jean Wallbridge. These two trailblazing women started Edmonton’s first all-female architectural partnership – and were romantic partners too. We’ll learn why they added brick fins onto the patios, big shared green spaces out back, and other little features in these two-story homes.

The tour starts at Guuto Mother's Cafeteria - 10412 118 Ave NW with a walk to Garden Court - 10203 Princess Elizabeth Avenue NW. This tour will be led by local architect Greg Whistance-Smith, contributor to a new book about Imrie and Wallbridge. Join us after the tour at Guuto Mothers’ Cafeteria across the street for free coffee, tea, and light snacks. We’ll also give you a behind the scenes scoop about a new exhibit on Imrie and Wallbridge at MacEwan University’s Mitchell Art Gallery. This event is open to anyone.

This event is presented by the Edmonton City as Museum Project (ECAMP) in partnership with MacEwan University’s Mitchell Art Gallery and Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity. ECAMP is an initiative of the Edmonton Heritage Council. Greg Whistance-Smith is an architect and writer rooted in Edmonton. His work explores how technology and culture shape built environments, and how people find meaning in places. He is currently working with Dr. Sarah Bonnemaison on a book exploring the architecture of Wallbridge and Imrie, to be published by the University of Alberta Press.

Hosted by: Edmonton City as Museum Project in partnership with Mitchell Art Gallery and the Centre for Sexual and Gender Diversity

Tickets: $10

Join Alberta Craft, Saturday, October 19, 2024, for an opportunity to learn the ancient craft of coiled basketry with artist Tralynn Ganter. In this 2-hour afternoon workshop students will learn the fundamental techniques of creating a coiled basket with raffia. Learning the basic techniques during this class will prepare students up to create coiled baskets with varying materials and at different scales in the future. This workshop is intended for students aged 12 and up.

Tralynn is a local Edmonton artist and recent graduate of the Indigenous Entrepreneurship Diploma Program at Portage College in Lac La Biche. Tralynn is of mixed Cree, Métis, and German ancestry currently living in treaty 6 territory. Her works are her story of reconnecting to her indigenous roots. Talynn works with multiple materials and techniques such as intricate beadwork, caribou tufting, porcupine quills, fish scales, leather work, sewing techniques and basketry. Oftentimes, combining different forms to make beautiful mixed media pieces. Tralynn has a true passion for what she does and is super excited to be able to share her knowledge of the art of Coiled Baskets.

Tickets: $40

The Blatchford Air Traffic Control Tower was the primary navigational tower for "the Muni"- the Edmonton Municipal Airport, once known as the Blatchford Air Field, the WWII base that hosted Allied air forces in the 1940's. The airport site has been reimagined as Blatchford Development, a forward-looking sustainable community connected to a district energy system with augmented design and building codes. The tower offers a unique view of the city and an experience of a building few get to experience.

The tower is currently being rehabilitated by Dub Architects and there will be a presentation of design proposals on display. A reception featuring brews from a local brewery will be available.

Hosted by: Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC)

Tickets: $25

This walking tour will look at familiar buildings and spaces in downtown Edmonton and hear stories about the lives of the people who built and made their livings and lives in this “boom and bust” town. Cathy Roy, retired museum curator and 4th generation settler in central Edmonton will lead the tour.

We will walk from the Milner Public Library on 102 Avenue and 100 Street to the top of Grierson Hill and back. Participants are given a free copy of the booklet “ALHI Tour of Edmonton Working Class Heritage Buildings”.

Please consider the weather on the day of the walk and wear appropriate clothing and walking shoes. The walk is an approximately 3 km round trip.

Suitable for children over 12 who have an interest in history.

Hosted by: Alberta Labour History Institute

Tickets: $10

Join us this evening for an insightful discussion and film screening about intersectionality within the disability community in Edmonton. Too often, disability and racialization are looked at separately, overlooking the people who live with both. Hear from them first-hand about the challenges and successes this community has in Edmonton as part of MADE’s Design Week.

Hosted by: The Gateway Association in Partnership with ReYu Physiotherapy and the Edmonton Anti Racism Lab

Tickets: $10