Toronto’s Interior Design Show, IDS Toronto, has served as the most influential event for the Canadian design industry. Marking its 27th year, the show focused on the theme of flexibility in design. This year, more than 250 international and local exhibitors participated, including IKEA Canada, Hollis + Morris, and Blum. From expressive surfaces and tailored lighting to a renewed appreciation for the past are some of the main trends at the event.
A surprising number of exhibitors focused on the finish of their products, including IKEA Canada that has released TERRSSJÖ patterned and textured surfaces for its SEKTION kitchen, a great example of designers now preferring innovative materials. To understand the transition in the design industry, check out the standout furniture and lighting highlights from IDS Toronto 2026.
Peaks Modular Sofa
Designed by Yves Béhar for Moooi, the Peaks sofa is designed for connection between family or your friends. Inspired by Alpine landscape, it is made from dual-foam triangles that can be folded up or down to configure infinite landscapes for lounging, conversation, or play. These modules are linked by hidden hinges and invisible zippers, making it possible to configure them as per needs. Crafted from weatherproof Vetta fabric, the sofa can be used inside-out.
Embrace of the Dune Armchair
Inspired by desert landscapes, this sculptural and functional armchair, designed by Yury Goncharov, features a textured surface that looks like a dune. The chair is designed as a hand-shaped sculpture that is further refined through digital processes. The design showcases intentional imperfections that tell about its formation. The piece is coated with an eco-polymer that ensures durability and a tactile look. It invites users to take a pause and sit on it just as they would in a desert after exhaustion.
Aube Side Table
Inspired by modern Scandinavian and Japanese design, this two-tiered side table by Le Tenon et la Mortaise features clean lines and geometric shapes. It can also be used to display your current reads and magazines while serving as a plant stand. The duo has told Homecrux that this creation follows activist philosophy, achieved through zero-waste, short-circuit, and low-VOC emission workshops.
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Alder Lounge Chair
Designed by Thom Fougere for Ourse, this wooden lounge chair features finely tuned ergonomic form and rectilinear upholstered elements that support the human body in a relaxed, reclined posture. The carefully calibrated angles hold the torso and upper legs in equilibrium, easing pressure and encouraging rest. A headrest is also integrated to complete the design, while the chair can be paired with an optional ottoman for even more comfort.
TL-1 Lamp
TL-1 is the debut lamp from Juba featuring a one-of-a-kind cellulose acetate reflector that emits soft, low-glare light. Made from wood pulp and cotton, the reflector is shaped by heat and hand into its final form that displays the material’s internal patterns, making each piece unique. The light intensity can be adjusted with a dimming knob on the rear.
KNIT Lighting Series
The Knit lighting collection by Hollis+Morris in collaboration with BYBORRE is distinguished by its fabric-covered look. Each architectural lighting piece is wrapped in engineered textiles made from traceable, recycled yarns for a tactile, multi-sensory lighting experience. This special fabric with three-dimensional knit structures works like a textured skin of the lamp to soften light.
Vela Armchair
The Vela sculptural armchair by Atriani Furniture is characterized by gentle curves and balanced proportions, offering it a subtle look. It features a low profile along with a spacious, rounded seat to ensure full comfort. It also features two structural wings that wrap around its structure on the rear to form armrests and an open membrane at the spine of the chair. It also includes a plump leather cushion that allows for a more natural alignment against the back.
