Special Features

MATERIAL WORLD

Material World returns to IIDEX after a great success in 2009, showcasing the latest new and sustainable materials from emerging Toronto, Canadian and international companies drawn from a wide range of non-traditional suppliers, regions and specialties.

The THINK:Material exhibit, curated by international materials consultant, Jim Salazar and the IIDEX team, will anchor the very popular Material World Pavilion at IIDEX/NeoCon Canada. This dedicated area will showcase product innovation and cutting-edge materials including glass, metals, natural fibres, ceramic, coatings, textiles, polymers and wood. New this year is an expanded program including 100 companies.

Think:Material returns to IIDEX with an expanded format three main areas:

• Inspirational new materials from international suppliers
• A special section devoted to innovative materials available on the show floor.
• As well a new feature will debut in Material world: YP Picks which is an exhibit materials featuring Yabu Pushelberg’s favourite material from there award winning projects.
• Need a break? Then make sure to stop by the “Get Connected Lounge” located in Material World. This IIDEX exclusive features the Flyaway seating system from Arconas and leading fabric manufacturers who have joined forces to showcase the latest in public seating and fabrics, in a cool lounge area.

To exhibit in Material World starting at $2,600, please click here.

For further info on THINK:Material, please click here.

Kitchen Concept 2015 by Hettich

Making it’s Canadian debut, “Kitchen Concept 2015“, offers a look into the future trends of kitchen design circa 2015. Designed and manufactured by Hettich, this kitchen showcases forward thinking design based on four main principles; increased convenience, improved ergonomics, state-of-the–art wiring and multimedia networking. The kitchen boasts several innovative features, such as dual sided drawers and appliances, a hideaway facade, customizable height and full interconnectivity of the appliances through touch screens. Click Here for more information.

LEDiscovery

The third edition of the successful LEDiscovery event will now be held as part of IIDEX/NeoCon Canada in 2010 in September in Toronto. LEDiscovery is Canada’s Exclusive LED Event. This annual conference provides an opportunity to learn about commercial available products and technology advancement for general illumination. LEDiscovery focus on empowering its participants with the expertise and knowledge to successfully incorporate LED into their lighting designs and applications. This event is recommended for any specifier or purchaser interested in specifying and installing LED lighting as an energy efficient lighting option.

Conference Schedule
SESSION 1: CRS Electronics presents The LEDiscovery Keynote Breakfast with Derry Berrigan
SESSION 2: Specify This! Outdoor and Area LED Lighting Advancement and Procurement Best Practices
SESSION 3: From Concept to Completion: Solid-state Lighting R&D and Intellectual Property

For full information on LEDiscovery 2010, please visit our Seminar Section

Jardins de Métis

Les Jardins de Métis makes its IIDEX debut with an innovative Fractal Garden installation designed Legge Lewis Legge Architects. Fractal Garden is a group of 21 low planters on wheels, which can be rolled and arranged into infinite patterns. The set consists of seven planters each of three different diamond-shaped planters containing three different plantings. The Fractal Garden inspires visitors to consider their own ideal design and their own organizing principle. There are as many designs possible as there are visitors, making impossible the attainment of a final perfect pattern.

LIGHT CANADA FEATURE EXHIBIT BY TRAXON

LEDs have the power to transform facades and interiors with animated displays, pulsating colours and unique graphics. The proof is in the dynamic lighting systems created by Traxon Technologies (a division of Osram Sylvania), renowned the world over for its work in architectural projects, and hospitality and retail environments. It’s also employed LEDs in purely whimsical ways, such as in Project Hope, a giant spinning wind turbine-turned-”Christmas star” in Munich, and the hanging dice fixtures in the Firekeepers Casino in Michigan. For IIDEX/NeoCon’s Light Canada, the company is contributing an original installation that promises to be a show-stopper.

PUBLIC SPACES

Interested in the latest products and services for healthcare, education and institutions? Need an update on the hottest trends and innovations in this booming sector? Then be sure to make Public Spaces your first stop at IIDEX/NeoCon Canada. Combine your visit to the Public Spaces pavilion with our CEU accredited seminars on healthcare and facility management and enjoy a one-stop learning destination.

To exhibit in the Public Spaces Pavilion, please click here.

Canadian Facility Management Expo & Conference

If you are in or work with the facility management community, make sure to visit the FM pavilion to find the solutions you need to stay on top of the latest developments within this fast changing industry. The FM pavilion is strategically located near the keynote theatre on the main aisle and ensures that facility management professionals will discover the latest products and services to manage facilities wisely. In addition, the facility management programming includes a comprehensive CEU accredited seminar program which covers the most important issues facing the real world of facility managers.

Be sure to complement your visit to with a seminar from our CEU Accredited FM and Healthcare seminar streams.

To exhibit in the Canadian Facility Management Expo & Conference, please click here.

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RETAIL DESIGN EXPO

Retail design is always at the fore-front of this fast paced industry and what better way to find the latest retail design products and services than by visiting the Retail Design Expo, exclusively at IIDEX. Stay on top of the latest retail design trends by adding in a seminar from our CEU accredited retail design seminar stream and get the complete picture on the changing landscape of retail design. Be sure to complement your visit to with a seminar from our CEU Accredited Retail Design seminar stream.

To exhibit in the Retail Design Expo, please click here.

Hospitality Design Pavilion

The Hospitality Design Pavilion puts a spotlight on hospitality design products from Canada and international markets. The pavilion will include suppliers with accessories, furniture, art, flooring, fabrics, lighting, services and window treatments. Hospitality Design magazine and NEWH Toronto will also offer a targeted education program.

To exhibit in the Hospitality Design Expo, please click here.

The World’s Biggest Bookstore

The major book retailer returns to IIDEX/NeoCon Canada’s bookstore this year. Stay tuned for schedule of book signings from keynotes and speakers at this years show.