For designers, ceramic tiles are an evolving well of inspiration. On November 27, AZURE and Tile of Spain are exploring the future — and heritage — of ceramics with a free talk and exhibition. Taking place at the University of Toronto’s Hart House, the event brings together a trio of acclaimed Canadian designers as well as a group of leading companies represented under the Tile of Spain umbrella. Hosted by AZURE Senior Editor Stefan Novakovic, a dynamic panel discussion with architects and interior designers Miren Etxezarreta-Aranburu, Ali McQuaid Mitchell and Anna Kao, will be followed by an exhibition by Tile of Spain companies, as well as a lunch of Spanish tapas.

Following up on last year’s talk with Odami’s Aránzazu González Bernardo and Office Ou’s Nicolas Koff, the discussion will explore the evolving possibilities of ceramics in Canadian design, highlighting diverse case studies and design strategies applied at projects of varying scales and typologies. The talk will also explore the convergence of Spanish and Canadian design cultures, with insights on use of Spanish ceramics in the North American context.