We're absolutely excited to kick off the new year by diving into the wonderful world of design at the renowned Interior Design Show (IDS) in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this article, we, the team at Colour Insights, will be your guides through our reflections on the event, shedding light on the moments where colour, design, and creativity came together to reshape the very fabric of aesthetic expression and set the stage for the exciting future of the design industry.
Did you know IDS celebrated it’s 25th year of being Canada’s premier design showcase in 2024?
IDS believes that yesterday's designer can become today's problem solver and tomorrows visionary. As Canadians premier showcase of new products, superstar talent and avant-garde concepts from North America and beyond, IDS hosts the perfect platform in which to firsthand uncover what's new and most importantly - what's next. Encouraging attendees to be a part of the conversation by bringing together compelling concepts, innovative products and key experts in the industry. A place primed for inspiration and the best of future innovation.
Our goal was to preview industries new product debuts, innovations, and more to scope out upcoming interiors trends. All with the intent to validate forecasts shared with our community and look ever forward to what is next to come.
Colours @ Interior Design Show – get your downloadable report today!
Introducing the Colours @ Interior Design Show a colour and trend Report for the January 2024show. Detailed within is a guide to staying ahead of the curve with direct show and industry insights! Available for free to all ColourFal customers. Additionally, if interested in specific trend validation or adjacent offerings such as Colour Training, Forecasting, or Design support through Colour Insights, we can arrange a meeting to discuss the benefits and process.
At a glance, the report features meticulously curated and synthesized information prevailing IDS Toronto and the interior design industry.
Colour Insights Colour IDS Toronto 2024 report – What’s in there
- Three pages of in-depth colour validation summaries with product and usage examples seen at the show. Interested to understand just why blue seems to be so prolific in the paints industry? Colour Insights addresses this and other observations from IDS Toronto in terms of colour.
- Two pages of Forward-Thinking: delving into the trends of 2024 and beyond, our report ensures that you stay ahead of the curve. We go beyond surface-level observations, diving deep into the underlying drivers shaping the industry landscape.
- A colour and material page, summarizing the observations and colour validations seen at IDS Toronto featuring ColourChic colours, starting wood stain formulation by Lorama Group and more.
You might be now asking yourself, what does a report from Toronto have to do with my industry? In today's dynamic business environment, staying ahead requires more than just understanding the trends within your primary industry—it demands an ability to identify and leverage trends beyond your immediate scope. Take for instance, if a furnishing manufacturer is looking to debut a magenta couch as the must have purchase of the year, it may be beneficial to anticipate this craze and prepare for palettes that can harmonize or complement such a colour. This would especially be important for a paint manufacturer, as our painted surfaces rarely exist in a void. So, no matter what colour a consumer selects for their space, it needs to relate or harmonize with the furnishing and décor surrounding it.
We at Colour Insights, strive to provide practical recommendations and strategic guidance to help customers and colour enthusiasts alike integrate trends and colours into product lines and design concepts. Our goal is to empower others with the knowledge and foresight needed to make informed decisions and drive business success.
So, don't miss out on this valuable resource! Look out for our upcoming e-mail with a downloadable link to Colours @ Interior Design Show. For those not already a ColourFal client but interested in accessing the report, contact our dedicated Colour Insights team to learn about how to access our services. We are excited to embark on this trend and colour journey with you, helping you shape the future of your business with confidence and creativity.
Interested in how you or your staff can be confident colour leaders? Establish a competitive edge in your market with any of our training modules. To transform how you see colour and its impact, connect with a Colour Insights representative today to learn more about our "Looking Ahead: Trends" training module.