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IDC Panel Discussion at 2025 Living Luxe Design Show
April 27 @ 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm EDT
Experience Luxury Unveiled.
Mark your calendar for the 2025 Living Luxe Design Show, happening April 25–27 at the Toronto Congress Centre. Join us for an inspiring celebration of design, décor, and lifestyle. Spanning 120,000 sq ft of curated elegance, this three-day luxury experience is where Living Luxe Magazine comes to life. Expect dazzling showcases, captivating runway moments, and thought-provoking talks from industry experts. Whether you’re a design professional or a luxury enthusiast, it’s your chance to immerse yourself in creativity, connection, and chic sophistication. Don’t just admire luxury—experience it.
Don’t miss The Value of Design Competitions, Case studies of an award-winning project – a panel discussion presented by IDC on Sunday, April 27 at 1:30 p.m.
‘Garden Avenue Laneway Home’ is a much-awarded project collaboration of the clients, Interior Designer Suzanne Wilkinson & Builder Jeff Wilkinson along with their Architect Betsy Williamson of Williamson Williamson. The Garden Laneway House is set between garages that face a service lane. It is a lyrical collection of modern lines, authentic materials, and intentional views. Clad in a rotated brick facade, it brings beauty to the laneway and reimagines the possibilities for small-scale urban densification.
This case study will be a discussion with Suzanne Wilkinson and Jeff Wilkinson moderated by Trevor Kruse, IDC CEO, (FARIDO).
Speakers:
Suzanne Wilkinson – Partner, Figure3
With over 30 years in the interior design industry, Suzanne Wilkinson is a seasoned design leader known for her ability to create environments that balance strategic function with refined, luxurious aesthetics.
Suzanne began her career in Ottawa as the first employee at 2H Interior Design. In 1997, she moved to Toronto following the recession, where her career quickly accelerated through high-profile commercial and government work. Her early projects included the headquarters relocation for Petro Canada, the renovation of the Canadian Department of Justice, and the design of the Rogers Communications headquarters.
In 2006, Suzanne joined Figure3, one of Canada’s leading interior design firms, where she continued to lead innovative corporate workplace projects for clients such as McCarthy Tétrault, The Globe and Mail, the NHL Players’ Association, and Coca-Cola Canada.
After the 2011 economic downturn, Suzanne guided a new chapter for Figure3, leading the firm’s first multi-family luxury residential condominium project. This shift not only redefined the firm’s portfolio but also drove significant business growth, with residential design quickly becoming over 50% of the company’s revenue.
In 2013, Suzanne became a Partner at Figure3. Today, she plays a key role in leading the firm’s continued success nationally and internationally. Most recently, she and her husband received a Governor General’s Award for their custom-designed Laneway House, a project that exemplifies their shared commitment to innovation, sustainability, and high design.
Suzanne brings a thoughtful and sophisticated design perspective to every project, with a focus on how people live, work, and connect in spaces that are both functional and deeply inspiring.
Jeff Wilkinson – President, CB Wilkinson
Jeff Wilkinson brings over 20 years of construction industry experience with a focus on strategic growth, operational excellence, and residential development. A licensed civil engineer with a master’s degree in construction management, Jeff has a proven track record of leading complex projects and scaling construction businesses.
Jeff spent a decade at Wilkinson Construction Services Inc., including five years as President, where he oversaw the company’s expansion into mid-rise residential developments and significantly increased both project volume and scale of work in the GTA. His leadership was central to building a reputation for quality, performance, and client trust.
Jeff’s early career included senior roles at The Rockport Group and Concord Adex Developments, where he managed several complex urban projects, including the $280 million Parade condominium—a 1,700-unit mixed-use development featuring a retail podium and the landmark Skybridge.
As President of CB Wilkinson, Jeff leads the strategic direction of the company, driving growth through excellence in execution, strong stakeholder relationships, and a commitment to delivering high-performing projects that align with market demand and investor expectations.
Moderator:
Trevor Kruse, CEO for the Interior Designers of Canada (IDC), the national association for the interior design profession. As the national advocacy body, IDC represents more than 5,000 interior designers and related professionals. In addition, IDC works with over 200 manufacturers and suppliers who provide products and services for interior design projects and firms.
Trevor has a 40-year career as a professional interior designer along with nearly four decades of volunteer service on provincial, national, and international boards, including the Association of Registered Interior Designers of Ontario (ARIDO), the Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA), the Society of British Interior Designers (SBID), and the International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI).
