think:material design source guide

THINK:Material brings you inspiration from a select group of the world’s most inventive and sustainable materials manufacturers. This Think:Material design source guide is a year-round resource provided by Canadian Interiors. the exhibit at IIDEXCanada 2015 features a small curated selection of materials from thinkmaterial.ca. This website provides 24/7/365 access to our collections, plus every week we will be adding a selection of new material to the website.

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Acrylic CoutureVENTOAlmost a work of art in itself, this design represents the culmination of a new collection of acrylic glass. It evokes a gentle breeze, made visible by feathers that appear to float in space. www.acrylic-couture.com

Acrylic CoutureFIOCCHIMetal flakes float around, evoking small mountain ranges, rock formations and mica. They are captured in crystal clear or transparently tinted acrylic glass. www.acrylic-couture.com

AMICO Canada Inc.AMICO APEX Expanded Mesh Large scale expanded aluminum mesh for use in interior and exterior architectural applications. www.amicoarch.com

3M CanadaDichroic Glass Finish | Booth 825Designed to mimic the brilliant iridescent look of pigmentless butterfly wings, these shimmering color-shifting films are made with premium materials and are available in warm and cool tones.3marchitecturalmarkets.ca

Acrylic CoutureCANCELLO Dazzling light penetrates the intermingling network structures of CANCELLO. Fine metal lines create countless wandering, wave-like shapes. www.acrylic-couture.com

Ambient Glow Technology AGT™ Safety-Coat Resurfacing System This photo-luminescent, weather-proof coating possesses elastomeric properties with full UV stability. It features no VOCs and is suitable for resurfacing any concrete or asphalt surface. www.ambientglowtechnology.com

Aculo DoorsSilk Plaster | Booth 830Silk Plaster is an ecological wall covering material made from 100% natural ingredients. Elgra Inc is the official distributor of Silk Plaster in Canada.http://aculo.ca/

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Anthony Concrete Design IncBoard-Formed Concrete | Booth 641 A great alternative to on-site poured walls, these board-formed concrete panels are only 5/8” thick and can be easily installed for numerous interior design applications.anthonyconcretedesign.com

Armfoam inc. Black Taffeta panel | Booth 505Black Taffeta polyester fabric laminated with high density polyester backing.www.armfoam.com

Atlantic LeatherWolffish 801 F Fish leather produced from wolf fish. The natural color of wolf fish with a full finish. www.atlanticleather.is

Anthony Concrete Design IncRibbed-Contour | Booth 641High-performance concrete offers versatility and durability, making it a fantastic option for interior design. This pattern is suitable for fireplace surrounds, wall features, cladding and more.anthonyconcretedesign.com

Architectural Systems, Inc. Embossed Wood – Geometrix™ Collection This collection offers patterns and veneers inspired by avant-garde art movements. Innovative technology creates dimensional and textured surfaces for an extraordinary effect. www.archsystems.com

Architekt DI Andreas Mangl ZT GmbHZirpIn these panels, waves are machined out of a piece of bonded-wood composite and the routed biscuit cuts are spaced to create partial perforation, giving the surface a certain transparency. www.zirp.at

Beta-Calco Bubble Up Flush illuminated rings of light create formal geometric effects. The system combines high power white LEDs that provide efficiency and functionality with RGB LEDs for active, dramatic colour. www.betacalco.com


Beta-Calco Xacara TirosDesigned for retail and commercial display applications, Xacara’s 26W modular system with 90 CRI LED arrays provides the equivalent illumination of 75W MR16 and ARIII halogen lamps. www.betacalco.com

Brian Greer’s Tin Ceilings, Walls & Unique Metal Work Tin Ceiling Panel #12 | Booth 1808 A historic tin ceiling or wall panel, manufactured out of tin plated steel.www.tinceiling.com

CarnegieBiobased XorelA polyethylene yarn, made from plant-based resources instead of fossil fuels.www.carnegiefabrics.com

Beta-Calco Cylindra Cylindra luminaires feature extruded opal acrylic diffusers. The system is available in three diameters and four standard heights to meet design criteria for both small and large spaces. www.betacalco.com

BlingCreteBlingCrete BlingCrete™ is a novel textile reinforced concrete (TRC) with a light-reflecting surface.www.blingcrete.com

CamiraCentury Century blends wool and recycled jute from hessian cloth sacks, which are broken back into fibre for upcycling into yarn and fabric. The end product is a modern interpretation of classic houndstooth. www.camirafabrics.com

Centura TileStone Mix – Striato WhiteThe Stone Mix collection is the result of a digital process that acquires and uses only the most exquisite stone surface effects, creating a natural look in any space. www.centura.ca


Centura TileVersus – Striato White The Stone Mix collection is the result of a digital process that acquires and uses only the most exquisite stone surface effects, to create a design balance between colours and vein patterns. www.centura.ca

ChloroFill Media Frames and BoothsAn extensive full line of aluminium profiles that are used to produce customizable media frames.www.m-graph.com

Cutler GroupLuxe Hi Gloss Decorative Panels | Booth 1823 These pre-finished 4’ x 9’ decorative panels are available in 18 mm, 16 mm, and 10 mm thicknesses.www.cutlergroup.com

Centura TileMansion – Library The Stone Mix collection is the result of a digital process that acquires and uses only the most exquisite stone surface effects, creating a natural look in any space. www.centura.ca

Chilewich Sultan LLCTerraStrand™

Chilewich has made a significant environmental development by replacing the petroleum-based plasticizers in its yarns with phthalate-free, renewable corn and soy compounds. http://www.chilewich.com/contract

Concrete EleganceIce Storm | Booth 221This limited edition concrete wall-panelling and furniture structural panelling is made from branches reclaimed from the 2013 ice storm in Toronto, embedded in recycled glass concrete.http://concreteelegance.ca/

Cutler GroupLuxe Supermatt Decorative Panels | Booth 1823 These pre-finished 4’ x 9’ decorative panels are available in 18 mm, 16 mm, and 10 mm thicknesses.www.cutlergroup.com


Domus Terrazzo SupplyTerroxy Acoustical Membrane | Booth 707Terroxy Acoustical Membrane is a 100% solid, highly-flexible epoxy membrane designed to reduce sound transmission and suppress reflective cracking in terrazzo flooring systems. www.domusterrazzo.com

EconCore N.V. ThermHex Honeycomb Core With their uniform mechanical characteristics, ThermHex polypropylene cores are suitable for the manufacture of sandwich panels using different types of skin lamination. www.econcore.com

ErthCOVERINGSMemento Asiago Mosaic, ErthCOVERINGS MementoNewly introduced to Canada, this high-end 100% Italian-made porcelain tile collection features a time-worn stone finish made to look and feel like natural stone. www.erthcoverings.com

Dinoflex Group LP Walk Soft | Booth 1603Created with a unique lamination technology,this recycled rubber flooring has been specifically designed to enable long periods of standing in one place without discomfort or pain. www.dinoflex.com

Dumas UmemotoMetropolis Series These artistic wall tiles are made from recycled cast aluminium. The series of three patterns can be laid out in random combinations.www.dxucollections.com

Elite Window FashionsKOOLBLACK™ | Booth 919This patented technology enhances dark coloured yarn’s energy reflectivity. E Screen fabrics with KOOLBLACK™ Technology are cooler at the window and provide exceptional glare control.www.elitewf.com

ErthCOVERINGSLatte Swirl, ErthCOVERINGS Swirl SeriesThese glass tiles are hand-poured and hand-coloured, making each tile a unique work of art. These 2”x12” tiles are available in 7 stocked colours in a matte finish.www.erthcoverings.com


Formica GroupFormica Envision™ | Booth 905Formica Envision™ is a completely custom laminate that allows you to create a totally unique surface using your design, photography, logo, illustration or painting.http://www.formica.com

GlassCan CorporationStoneglassStoneglass is a man-made product that combines the advantages of glass and the durability of stone. It can be used in interior or exterior applications where glass or stone would be considered. www.glasscan.ca

Green World Lumber Inc.Wood | Booth 217Green World Mahogany is sustainably sourced from government managed Swietenia Macrophylla plantations on the island of Fiji. Mahogany offers rot resistance and unmatched stability. http://www.greenworldlumber.com/

Fogliart Decorative SurfacesFIORI This composite material is made of resin with embedded rose petals. It is used to manufacture indoor table tops and surfacing panels for interior applications. www.fogliart.com

Forms+SurfacesViviGraphix Spectra Glass, Zoom Azure Glass Graphic | Booth 217An interactive design tool, Zoom Digital Darkroom maximizes the photographic potential of Spectra glass. Zoom provides access to manipulate Spectra’s large-scale, super-high-resolution images.www.forms-surfaces.com

Graphic Concrete Ltd.Folded CheckGraphic Concrete’s standard patterns are designed to be cast locally on concrete elements. www.graphicconcrete.com

IntecturalBioSurfThese customized architectural surfaces incorporate 3D texture and digital printing. All BioSurf products are derived from corn and soy, emit no VOCs, and are produced without formaldehyde.www.intectural.com


International Exchange Mexico Sa De CvAFRICAM LINERS Metal coated resin linerswww.inexmexico.com

KAZA Concrete Ltd.Fiber Reinforced Concrete Boasting a small ecological footprint, this concrete cures best at room temperature rather than in high-heat kilns, and uses natural raw materials. Moulds are also reused multiple times.http://www.kazaconcrete.com/

Levey Industries Inc. Mad Gab & Mine A Million | Booth 1509 Mad Gab and Mine A Million from York Contract are NSF/ANSI 342 Certified vinyl wallcoverings. Both Mad Gab and Mine A Million are each available in 13 standard colourways. www.leveyindustries.com

InterfaceNet Effect Carpet Tiles | Booth 1219Launched in 2012, this collection is made from discarded fishing nets collected from coastal communities. The six modular carpet tile options embrace sustainability in construction and concept. www.interface.com

Iris IndustriesDenimite Denimite is made from shredded recycled blue jeans, mixed with a bio-based resin to create a Zero VOC sheet material that can be used for horizontal and vertical interior finishes.www.iris-industries.com

Levey Industries Inc. Sanfoot Acoustical Panels | Booth 1509Offering noise attenuation, these prefinished natural wood veneer wall coverings come in over 90 wood species and cuts, bonded to a chemically hardened fiberglass acoustic pane.www.leveyindustries.com

Levey Industries Inc. Jemma by DeNovo Wall | Booth 1509 This organically inspired Type II wallcovering features a washcoat finishing process which evenly distributes encapsulated mica pearlescent particles, creating an overall sparkling effect. www.leveyindustries.com


Media Graph Media Graph DESCOR® Acoustic | Booth 1319These wall and stretch ceiling coverings can be installed at room temperature. The DESCOR® acoustic ceiling is mounted on a

www.m-graph.com

Metro Wallcovering Arte Wallcoverings | Booth 1119Intrigue is an exquisite three-dimensional textile wallcovering on non-woven backing with acoustic qualities. Thermoforming gives the fabric a luxurious satin sheen. www.metrowallcoverings.com

Monarch Custom Plywood Inc.PREMIUM HARDWOOD VENEER PLYWOOD FACES | Booth 539These premium veneers are hand-made and pressed in Vaughan, Ontario, and are designed for custom applications in architecture, interiors and millwork. www.monarchply.com

Madoc RocksRocksincreteThese artistic concrete panels embed the beauty of unique Canadian rocks in a matrix of engineered composite concrete. The concrete is coloured to complement the rock slices. www.madocrocks.com

Meltdown Glass Art & Design, LLCIce Blue Cobalt Bubble Glass

unique textures. www.meltdownglass.com

MIORippleThese molded paper tiles are made from 100% pre-consumer waste paper. They are modular, light weight, paintable and easy to install temporarily or permanently. http://mioculture.com/

Nathan Allan Glass Studios Inc. Teardrop XL Teardrop XL scintillates with softly contoured facets. The Freeform series is forged with dimensional patterns and smooth textures,

www.nathanallan.com


OctopusOTP 27 | Booth 923The OctoTerra design is made from solid oak, hand-split to give a very rough quality to the surface. The OTP 27 sheets are 2 x 8’ with interlocking ends.www.octopusproducts.com

PladecPladec PanelsRecycled barrels are used to create these wooden wall panels. www.pladec.pt

PlexwoodOakPlexwood products can be used for walls, ceilings and floor applications, as well as staircases, doors and furniture pieces. Available in 11 product groups and 9 types of wood. http://www.plexwood.com

Nathan Allan Glass Studios Inc. Sawtooth Mega Sink your teeth into our latest texture, Sawtooth, part of the new Oblique Series. Sawtooth is offered in three textures – Mega, Mini and Micro. All options allow for Clear and Low Iron Glass. www.nathanallan.com

Oneplot Photoplex Photoplex panels are made of plain stainless steel sheets, mounted on a polished black polymethylmethacrylate support panel. Any image can be featured. www.oneplot.com

PladecPladec PanelsRecylced barrels are used to create these wooden wall panels. www.pladec.pt

RichelieuBrillanté | Booth 1209 The Brillanté Collection revitalizes the MDF panel, offering components designed to create stunning interiors.www.richelieu.com


RubarocRubarocThis poured-in-place rubber safety surface offers slip resistance.www.rubaroc.com

Senosan GMBHScratch Resistant High Gloss PMMA Acrylic Environmentally-friendly high gloss acrylic has been widely used in contemporary style furniture, chosen for its mirror depth and even surface. AM1800TopX provides unprecedented scratch [email protected]

Shaw Contract GroupVantage | Booth 1409Bold pattern interplays with color, stripe and a shifting ombre – achieving a directional impact within a vast space. Designed for public ambiance and engineered for heavy foot traffic.http://www.shawcontractgroup.com/

RichelieuNature Plus | Booth 1209The patterns and textures offer an impressive range of options for creating stunning custom interior spaces. Azimut embossing is inspired by the lively textures of aged and worn cedar wood. www.richelieu.com

Sailmaker International SpAK-NThese free-form, multi-directional grids are made of resin-impregnated, high-tenacity carbon fibre. www.i-mesh.eu

Sensitile Systems Scintilla Thousands of light conducting channels give these panels a magically interactive surface that responds to the shadows, movements, lights and colors around them – no power needed. www.sensitile.com

Slate-ishSoot Custom Large PanelThese larger panels come in standard and custom sizes and shapes. The tiles weigh less than 1 pound per square foot and can be cut with woodworking tools.www.slate-ish.com


Stone Tile InternationalSTP – Trencadis | Booth 806 Evoking the look of a hand-crafted, site-finished floor, these panels come in a wide variety of wood species, colours and finishes. The patented LockSTP system allows for glueless installation. www.stone-tile.com

Suzanne Brown and AssociatesBottoms UpA luxurious natural cork wallcovering with iridescent silver undertones and a white-washed glaze over top. http://www.suzannebrown.ca/

Tappatec Inc.Bergo Tiles | Booth 1813Made of a polypropylene composite, this flooring material is sufficiently durable to be used indoors and out.www.tappatec.com

Stone Marketing + Design Services Inc.Stone Italiana Quartz | Booth 709 Made from street sweeping debris, DNA urbano is a versatile, durable and eco-friendly slab material. Stone Italiana collaborated with a waste collection company on the low-impact product line. www.stoneitaliana.ca or www.smds.net

Sun GlowDX FabricThis duplex fabric maintains a white backing regardless of the interior-facing fabric colour. This maximizes daylighting and views, while preserving glare and heat reflecting properties. www.mysunglow.com

Tableros Raclima, S.L. Join Art Dark Starting from simple geometric shapes, this product combines different natural veneers of various tonalities to create larger panels. Available in natural, matte, satin and semi-gloss finishes. http://en.raclima.com/

Thames Valley Brick & Tile / Thames Valley Building Products Ltd.Clay Thin-Brick & TABS Wall System | Booth 804The TABS Wall System, a structural metal support and spacing panel, can be used for exterior walls in combination with a drainage layer and rain screen, such as clay thin-bricks.www.thamesvalleybrick.com


Toyobo U.S.A. Inc.BREATHAIR This 3D spring structure offers exceptional breathability and water repellency while maintaining high elasticity. Durable and lightweight, it’s been used in applications from cushions to lighting.http://www.toyobo.co.jp/e/

WillisMomji | Booth 417Created using nanotechnology and next-generation thermoplastic resins, FENIX NTM’s irregular surface offers low light reflectivity and a soft texture, in a non-porous material. www.4willis.com

TorZo SurfacesBlue Stain PineMade from trees killed by mountain pine beetles, these boards celebrate the unique aesthetic of a material considered waste by commercial loggers. The wood is infused with an acrylic polymer.www.torzosurfaces.com

Vahallan PapersBroken Lines This hand-painted wall covering represents random cut lines in a 29” block application. Its modern appearance with textured rope in various directions makes a bold statement. www.vahallan.com

Wood-Skin SRLSWood-SkinMalleable like a fabric, this product is entirely customizable with parameters that can be adapted to fit project needs. Sizes, patterns and thickness may be specified. www.wood-skin.com


THINK: Material is curated in collaboration with international materials

consultant and the IIDEX Canada team including Jeremy Vandermeij,

Tracy Bowie, Maria Ropotyn, Juan Carlos Leal, Tiffany Moreside, Thatcher Tran,

Bahar Zaeem, Isabella Sniatowski and Alan Huang.

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