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Aug 6

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🌟 **New Accredited Member Spotlight: Rida Wasim**

Please join us in welcoming Rida Wasim, Founder and Principal Designer of Rida Interiors as a new DDA Accredited Member!

Rida Interiors is a full-service interior design studio specializing in luxury residential interiors throughout the Greater Toronto Area. The studio creates timeless, functional and personalized spaces that reflect each client’s lifestyle while balancing beauty with everyday practicality.

From complete home renovations and custom millwork to kitchen and bathroom design, lighting, furniture selection and project management, Rida guides her clients through every stage of the design process.

Rida joined DDA to connect with a professional community that values excellence, education and collaboration. She looks forward to continuing her professional growth while contributing to and learning from talented designers across Canada.

Welcome to the DDA community, Rida! We are delighted to have you with us.

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Aug 6

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As we are waiting for the upcoming DDA Awards Gala 2026, we are featuring our outstanding 2025 winners!

Congratulations to Olivia Botrie of Dart Studio, Gold Winner in the Renovation $200K–$500K category. Your creativity, vision, and commitment to design excellence continue to inspire Canada’s design community.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating creativity, talent and excellence.

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Aug 6

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Volunteer Spotlight: Lana McIver

Director and Treasurer, DDA Canada

Since joining DDA Canada in 2013, Lana McIver has generously shared her time, experience and leadership with our professional community.

Lana is the Founder and Interior Design Director of Interior Design Group, an award-winning firm based in Nanaimo, British Columbia. Her diverse portfolio includes residential and commercial projects, from private homes and multi-family developments to hotels, restaurants, retirement communities, yachts and ski chalets.

Throughout her years with DDA, Lana has served in several leadership roles, including Co-Chair and Director of Education. Today, as Director and Treasurer, she continues to help guide the organization and support its growth.

Thank you, Lana, for more than a decade of dedication and service. We are proud and grateful to have you as part of DDA Canada’s leadership!

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Aug 6

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As we look forward to the DDA Awards Gala 2026, we are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our 2025 award winners!

Congratulations to Interior Design Group, Bronze Winner in the Whole Home category.

Your creativity, talent, and dedication represent the very best of Canadian design excellence.
Join us as we continue celebrating last year’s remarkable winners and prepare for another unforgettable evening at the DDA Awards Gala 2026!

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Aug 5

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We are excited about the upcoming DDA Awards Gala, and we want to celebrate and feature our incredible 2025 winners!

Congratulations to Anita Vizzini Design, recipient of the Gold Award in the Interior Decoration: $50K–$100K category.

Stay tuned as we continue highlighting more of our 2025 award winners leading up to this year’s Gala!

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Aug 5

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Volunteer Spotlight: Kate Dickson

National Vice Chair, DDA Canada

Kate Dickson joined DDA Canada in 2012 and has been a dedicated member of our leadership team ever since.

After beginning her career in the corporate world, Kate followed her passion for design and studied at George Brown College. She is now the Founder and Principal Designer of The Dickson Design Group, a Toronto-based residential design firm.

Before becoming National Vice Chair, Kate also served as Chair of Education, supporting professional development and learning opportunities for DDA members.

We are incredibly fortunate to have Kate as our National Vice Chair. Her creativity, business experience and commitment to our community continue to help DDA Canada grow and move forward.

Thank you, Kate, for your leadership, dedication and many years of service!

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Aug 4

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As we look ahead to the upcoming DDA Awards Gala on October 1, 2026, at the Atrium at Ricarda's, we're celebrating the outstanding winners who inspired our industry in 2025.

Congratulations to Ana Cummings, Ana Interiors Ltd., recipient of the Silver Award in the Whole Home category at the 2025 DDA Canada Awards Gala.

✨ DDA Canada Awards Gala
📅 October 1, 2026
📍 Atrium at Ricarda's

Congratulations once again, Ana—we look forward to celebrating many more achievements!

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Aug 4

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As we look ahead to the upcoming DDA Canada Awards Gala, we’re shining a spotlight on our 2025 award winners and the remarkable projects that earned this recognition.

Gold Winner — Whole Home
Glen Peloso, Glen Peloso Design

This beautifully designed home reflects creativity, thoughtful planning and exceptional attention to detail. Congratulations to Glen Peloso on this well-deserved achievement!
Stay tuned as we continue celebrating the talented designers and outstanding projects recognized at the 2025 DDA Canada Awards Gala.

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